Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesiologist

The University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical Center; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical Center invites applications for a Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesiologist. The position is affiliated with Dell Medical School and Dell Children's Medical Center of Central Texas, emphasizing care of children with complex congenital heart disease and adults with CHD.

Candidates will provide expert anesthesia before, during, and after cardiac surgery, contribute to care protocols, participate in quality improvement registries, and engage in medical

Qualifications

• Medical degree from an accredited medical school.
• Meets applicable credentialing and privileging standards for his/her specialty. Currently Board certified.
• Unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of Texas(or the ability to obtain prior to appointment).
• Demonstrated clinical teaching, evaluation, and communicationskills.
• Ability to influence/motivate others at all professional andadministrative levels.
• Must be an innovative self-starter with a commitment toexcellence.
• Must possess tenacity, self-motivation and initiative necessaryto perform as part of a team for both established and new programs;demonstrates behaviors of a team player.
• Eligible for appointment as an assistant professor or higher inthe Department of Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care before, during, and after pediatric cardiac surgery.
• Develop and implement care protocols; oversee QI registries for Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesia; supervise education and QA initiatives.
• Participate in coordinated outreach efforts for the Center.

Job description

Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesiologist

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 inAugust 2023 with planning and implementation underway, TheUniversity 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.

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About the Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesiologist Position

The Dell Medical School at the University of Texas at Austin andDell Children's Medical Center of Central Texas (DCMCCT) areseeking experienced pediatric cardiac anesthesiologists to join theTexas Center for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease.

Candidates will possess experience in caring for children withcomplex congenital and acquired heart disease and adults withcongenital heart disease. Primary responsibilities will includeoversight and provision of direct care to patients prior to,during, and after cardiac surgery. Other responsibilities includedeveloping and implementing care protocols, overseeing the QIregistries pertinent to Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesia and to overseeeducation, quality assurance and ongoing performance improvementinitiatives. Candidates will also participate in coordinatedoutreach efforts for the Center.

A successful candidate will have an appointment within theDepartment of Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery at Dell MedicalSchool, and regular participation in educational activities withmedical students and residents will be expected. Opportunities forcollaboration with medical and adjunct specialties will beencouraged to allow for the pursuit of innovative programdevelopment and clinical research initiatives.

Candidates will be board certified by the American Board ofAnesthesiology in Anesthesia and Pediatric Anesthesia withadditional formal training in Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesia.

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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:

• Medical degree from an accredited medical school.
• Meets applicable credentialing and privileging standards forhis/her specialty. Currently Board certified.
• Unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of Texas(or the ability to obtain prior to appointment).
• Demonstrated clinical teaching, evaluation, and communicationskills.
• Ability to influence/motivate others at all professional andadministrative levels.
• Must be an innovative self-starter with a commitment toexcellence.
• Must possess tenacity, self-motivation and initiative necessaryto perform as part of a team for both established and new programs;demonstrates behaviors of a team player.
• Eligible for appointment as an assistant professor or higher inthe Department of Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery.

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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.