Head & Neck Oncology Physician – Dallas, TX

UT Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 300,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO plan day one

100% preventive care coverage

Paid Time Off from day one

TRS retirement programs

Paid Parental Leave

Wellness programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX, Division of Hematology & Oncology, seeks an outstanding faculty member for the Head and Neck Cancer program located in Dallas, Texas.

We are looking for a vibrant, patient-centered physician who is passionate about delivering outstanding and compassionate cancer care, advancing clinical trials, and contributing to education and multidisciplinary collaboration within a leading academic medical center.

Qualifications

• MD degree from LCME medical school.
• ACGME-accredited Hematology & Oncology fellowship.
• Board-Certified/Board-Eligible in Hematology and Medical Oncology.
• Experience treating Head and Neck Cancers is required.
• Eligible for Texas medical licensure.
• Commitment to enrolling patients in clinical trials.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert care to patients with head and neck cancers in a multidisciplinary setting.
• Lead and participate in clinical trials enrollment and institutional research activities.
• Contribute to education, mentoring, and collaborative patient management across teams.

Skills

Clinical excellence

Education & mentorship

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

MD degree from LCME medical school

ACGME-accredited Hematology & Oncology fellowship

Job description

UT Southwestern is the No. 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth and ranks among the top 50 hospitals nationally in 11 specialties – the most of any hospital in Texas, according to U.S. News & World Report's annualBest Hospitals rankings for 2026-27. In addition, UT Southwestern ranks in the top 10 nationwide for Neurology & Neurosurgery, is among the top 25 in seven other specialties (Cancer; Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery; Diabetes & Endocrinology; Gastroenterology & GI Surgery; Geriatrics; Pulmonology & Lung Surgery; and Rehabilitation), and has been named No. 1 for cancer care in Dallas-Fort Worth.

UT Southwestern's Harold C. Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center is the only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center in North Texas, offering access to cutting-edge clinical trials, robust subspecialty collaboration, and strong institutional support for program development. Faculty hold academic appointments in the Department of Internal Medicine with rank based on experience, along with clear opportunities for career advancement and growth as Clinical Educators.

Job Summary

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (UTSW), Division of Hematology & Oncology, is seeking an outstanding faculty member for the Head and Neck Cancer program located in Dallas, Texas.

We are looking for a vibrant, patient-centered physician who is passionate about delivering outstanding and compassionate cancer care.

Qualifications

• M.D. degree from an approved LCME medical school
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Hematology & Oncology fellowship
• Board-Certified/Board-Eligible in both Hematology and Medical Oncology
• Experience treating Head and Neck Cancers is required
• A minimum of 2 years of post-training clinical experience is preferred
• Eligible for Texas medical licensure
• Commitment to enrolling patients in clinical trials (experience preferred but not required)
• Strong commitment to clinical excellence, education, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare – no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/

About Dallas, TX

Dallas, Texas is a vibrant, fast-growing metro of over 7.5 million residents, known for its strong economy, diverse neighborhoods, and thriving arts, dining, and entertainment scenes. The region is home to six major professional sports teams. From walkable urban living in Downtown and Uptown to family-friendly suburban communities, abundant parks, cultural attractions, and year-round activities, Dallas offers an exceptional quality of life for professionals and families alike.

Security

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.