Adult Cardiothoracic Intensivist

The University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical Center; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Dell Medical School in Austin, TX seeks a board-certified or board-eligible Critical Care Physician to join the Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery. You will care for adults in the CVSICU after complex cardiovascular procedures.

The role emphasizes multidisciplinary collaboration, teaching, and scholarly activity, with opportunities for academic appointment and ongoing clinical innovation in a state-of-the-art ICU.

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited institution.
• Board certified or eligible in critical care medicine (anesthesiology, internal medicine, or surgery-based pathway).
• Fellowship training completion in critical care medicine.
• Eligible for unrestricted Texas medical license prior to start date.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex cardiovascular ICU patients.
• Strong procedural skills and clinical judgment.
• Outstanding communication, collaboration, and leadership abilities.
• Commitment to academic excellence and clinical innovation.
• Able to foster a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and empathy in the ICU
• Eligible for academic appointment as Assistant or Associate Professor.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert care to critically ill cardiovascular and thoracic surgical patients in the CVSICU.
• Collaborate closely with surgical and critical care teams in a multidisciplinary, team-based model.
• Participate in bedside teaching, simulation, and didactics formedical students, residents, and advanced practice providers.
• Engage in research and scholarly activity (clinical, translational, health services, or basic science).
• Contribute to departmental governance, academic programming, and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Critical care expertise

Communication

Team leadership

Education

MD or DO from an accredited institution

Fellowship training in critical care medicine

Job description

Adult Cardiothoracic Intensivist

College/School/Unit: Dell Medical School
Department: Department of Cardiovascular Surgery
Posted: Jul 27, 2026
Apply By: Open until filled

Description

About Dell Medical School

As part of The University of Texas at Austin, one of the nation'sleading research universities, the Dell Medical School pursuesinnovation in the redesign of healthcare delivery, excellence inhealthcare research, and programs in interdisciplinary andinter-professional education. It is the fifth medical school in theUT System and the first medical school established in nearly fivedecades by a member of the Association of American Universities, anorganization of leading public and private researchuniversities.

The University of Texas Medical Center, anchored by Dell MedicalSchool, is defining the future of health. Announced in August 2023 with planning and implementation underway, The University of Texas Medical Center will cement Austin as a premierdestination for health care alongside other major Texas cities. With two new, state-of-the-art hospitals - A UT specialty hospitaland a cancer center being built by MD Anderson - plus the academicand research expertise of UT, The University of Texas MedicalCenter will provide the integrated, world-class care that is ahallmark of academic medicine.

The Dell Medical School is especially interested in qualifiedcandidates who can contribute to excellence within the learninghealth system.

About the Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery

The Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery at Dell Medical School is dedicated to delivering comprehensive,high-acuity surgical care while advancing innovation in clinicalpractice, education, and research. Our team provides the fullcontinuum of care for patients with complex cardiac, thoracic, andvascular conditions, in close collaboration with partners acrosscritical care, cardiology, and anesthesiology.

• Complex aortic surgery, including open andhybrid approaches to thoracic aortic aneurysms anddissections.
• Cardiogenic shock, with robust integration oftemporary and durable mechanical circulatory support includingextra-corporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO).
• Heart transplantation and advanced heartfailure therapies.

• Delivering high-value, multidisciplinary care centered onpatient outcomes.
• Training the next generation of cardiovascular and thoracicsurgeons and intensivists.
• Advancing research in surgical innovation, critical care, andsystems-based performance improvement.

About the Adult Intensivist Position

Dell Medical School is seeking a board-certified or board-eligibleCritical Care Physician to join the Department of Cardiovascularand Thoracic Surgery. The successful candidate will help shape a high-performing, multidisciplinary team delivering post-operativecare to adult patients undergoing advanced cardiovascular andthoracic procedures.

This is a unique opportunity to practice in a state-of-the-artCVSICU, collaborate with top-tier faculty, and participate inacademic pursuits in a thriving, mission-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert care to critically ill cardiovascular andthoracic surgical patients in the CVSICU.
• Collaborate closely with surgical and critical care teams in amultidisciplinary, team-based model.
• Participate in bedside teaching, simulation, and didactics formedical students, residents, and advanced practice providers.
• Engage in research and scholarly activity (clinical,translational, health services, or basic science).
• Contribute to departmental governance, academic programming,and quality improvement initiatives.

Live in Austin a Vibrant, Lively, University City

Known for its excellent schools, lively music scene, superbcuisine, and international festivals such as South by Southwest. The city typically ranks among the country's best places to live. Nearby lakes and rivers as well as the beautiful adjacent TexasHill Country provide ample opportunities for outdooractivities.

Why Join Our Team

We offer an attractive compensation and benefits package that iswell rounded and competitive, making it desirable for individualswith excellent clinical skills, a passion for education, andpotential for scholarly contributions to join a dynamic departmentin an innovative and growing medical school.

Qualifications

Required:

• MD or DO from an accredited institution.
• Board certified or eligible in critical care medicine(anesthesiology, internal medicine, or surgery-based pathway).
• Fellowship training completion in critical care medicine.
• Eligible for unrestricted Texas medical license prior to startdate.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex cardiovascular ICUpatients.
• Strong procedural skills and clinical judgment.
• Outstanding communication, collaboration, and leadershipabilities.
• Commitment to academic excellence and clinical innovation.
• Able to foster a culture of teamwork, professionalism, andempathy in the ICU
• Eligible for academic appointment as Assistant or AssociateProfessor.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equalopportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with allapplicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination andaffirmative action. The University is committed to a policy ofequal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on thebasis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex,sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability,religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs andactivities, and admissions.