Job Description

Anesthesiology - Pediatrics Physician at University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School summary:

This position is for a Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesiologist at Dell Children’s Medical Center and Dell Medical School, focusing on care before, during, and after pediatric cardiac surgeries. The role includes developing clinical protocols, supervising anesthesia care, leading quality improvement, and participating in educational and outreach efforts. The candidate must have board certification in Anesthesiology and Pediatric Anesthesiology and be eligible for a Texas medical license, with opportunities for faculty appointment.

Dell Children s Medical Center and the Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin are seeking a talented and innovative Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesiologist to join the growing Texas Center for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease.

Founded in 2018, the Center has rapidly expanded, earning a reputation for outstanding clinical outcomes and a strong, collaborative care model. Our program performed 275 pediatric cardiac cases in 2019 including 45 neonatal operations and has continued to grow in scope and innovation.
Highlights include:

• Opening of a dedicated pediatric cardiac critical care unit
• Central Texas s first pediatric ventricular assist device
• A state-of-the-art cardiac operating room (opened February 2020), with a second OR soon to follow

This position aligns with Dell Medical School s mission to redesign academic medicine and revolutionize healthcare delivery, education, and innovation.

What You ll Do:

• Provide and supervise direct care for patients before, during, and after cardiac surgery
• Develop and implement clinical protocols
• Oversee quality improvement registries related to pediatric cardiac anesthesia
• Lead educational, quality assurance, and performance improvement efforts
• Participate in coordinated outreach for the Heart Center

Qualifications:

• Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution
• Board certification in Anesthesiology and Pediatric Anesthesiology by the ABA
• Additional formal training in Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesia
• Eligible for an unrestricted Texas medical license (or able to obtain prior to appointment)
• Demonstrated skills in clinical teaching, evaluation, and communication
• Strong ability to lead, influence, and collaborate at multiple professional levels
• Innovative self-starter with a commitment to excellence and teamwork
• Eligible for faculty appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor or higher in the Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery

Why Dell Medical School?

• Departmental resources to support basic, translational, and clinical research.
• A collaborative and mission-driven academic environment.
• A meaningful role in shaping the future of pediatric cardiac care

Life in Austin, Texas
Consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S., Austin offers:

• A vibrant music and cultural scene, including international festivals like SXSW.
• Excellent public and private schools.
• Award-winning cuisine and thriving local businesses.
• Scenic lakes, rivers, and the Texas Hill Country

Application Instructions
Interested and qualified candidates should complete the required application form and submit their most up to date resume online at .

Keywords:

Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesiologist, Pediatric Anesthesia, Cardiac Surgery, Clinical Protocols, Quality Improvement, Pediatric Critical Care, Medical Education, Patient Care, Board Certification, Texas Medical License

Job Tags

Internship, Live in, Local area,

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