Physician (Cardiology)- Recruitment/Relocation Incentive/EDRP Authorized

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in the United States seeks a cardiothoracic surgeon to lead perioperative care for veterans. The role emphasizes collaborative care, complex cardiovascular procedures, and advancing clinical protocols through mentorship of residents and fellows.

The position supports veteran-specific care with emphasis on outcomes, education, and multidisciplinary collaboration within a major VA medical system.

Qualifications

• United States citizenship is required.
• Proficiency in English, both spoken and written.
• Preferred fellowship/residency in Cardiac and/or Thoracic surgery.
• Demonstrated proficiency in complex cardiovascular and thoracic surgical procedures (CABG, valve repair/replacement, aortic surgery, lung resection, MIS thoracic interventions).

Education

Cardiac/Thoracic Fellowship

Job description

Summary

This vacancy will remain open until filled. The first cut-off date is 09/01/2026. Additional applications will be referred as needed. (open continuous announcement).

Summary

This vacancy will remain open until filled. The first cut-off date is 09/01/2026. Additional applications will be referred as needed. (open continuous announcement).

Qualifications

To qualify for this position - you must meet the basic requirements as well as any additional requirements (if applicable) listed in the job announcement. Applicants pending the completion of training or license requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Currently employed physician(s) in VA who met the requirements for appointment under the previous qualification standard at the time of their initial appointment are deemed to have met the basic requirements of the occupation.

Basic Requirements

• United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy
• Education: Degree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in allopathic medicine or osteopathic medicine
• The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed
• License: Current - full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State - Territory - or Commonwealth of the United States - or in the District of Columbia
• Residency Training: Physicians must have completed residency training - approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification
• (NOTE: VA physicians involved in academic training programs may be required to be board certified for faculty status.) Approved residencies are: (1) Those approved by the accrediting bodies for graduate medical education - the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or American Osteopathic Association (AOA) - in the list published for the year the residency - or fellowship if applicable - was completed
• OR (2) One year of post medical school training (internship - first year of residency - or transitional year residency) approved by ACGME or AOA followed by two years of post‑training independent practice (performing under a full and unrestricted license) in the United States
• OR (3) Non-US residency training programs followed by a minimum of three years of verified independent practice in the United States (performing under a full and unrestricted license) performing duties related to the position they are applying for (United States fellowships would be creditable towards this requirement) - which the local Medical Staff Executive Committee deems to have provided the applicant with appropriate professional training and believes has exposed the Physician to an appropriate range of patient care experiences
• Exceptions: Residents currently enrolled in ACGME/AOA accredited residency training programs and who would otherwise meet the basic requirements for appointment are eligible to be appointed as "Physician Resident Providers" (PRPs)
• PRPs must be fully licensed physicians (i.e. - not a training license) and may only be appointed on an intermittent basis
• PRPs are not considered independent practitioners and will not be privileged
• rather - they are to have a "scope of practice" that allows them to perform certain restricted duties under supervision
• Additionally - surgery residents in gap years may also be appointed as PRPs
• In rare and unusual circumstances - the Facility Director can submit a memo to the VISN Director through the VISN Chief Medical Officer - who may approve requests for reasonable exceptions to the residency training requirement for Physicians whose composite record of experience - accomplishments - performance - and qualifications warrant such action
• English Language Proficiency: Proficiency in spoken and written English
• Preferred Experience: Fellowship/Residency training in Cardiac add/or Thoracic surgery
• Demonstrated proficiency in complex cardiovascular and thoracic surgical procedures - including coronary artery bypass grafting - valve repair and replacement - aortic surgery - Lung resection - and minimally invasive thoracic interventions
• Extensive experience collaborating within multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive perioperative care - optimize patient outcomes - and advance evidence-based clinical protocols for veteran populations
• Proven track record in managing acute and chronic cardiothoracic conditions among diverse patient populations - including veterans with multimorbidity - and tailoring surgical interventions to address unique clinical needs
• Commitment to advancing surgical education through mentorship of residents - fellows - and medical students - and participation in