Permanent Physician Leadership Jobs in Texas

Department Chair, Department of Nuclear MedicineDivision of Diagnostic ImagingMD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TexasThe OpportunityThe University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is conducting a national search for Chair of the Department of Nuclear Medicine. This leader will oversee all departmental functions and operations. The Department Chair is responsible for providing leadership and assumes full administrative responsibility for all areas of the academic department, including, but not limited to, direct patient care; basic, translational, and clinical research within the department; faculty development and evaluation; integration of educational programs; finance and budgeting; and departmental strategic planning that aligns with institutional direction. The Chair will inspire professional growth by ensuring career development opportunities and mentorship for department faculty and trainees, and foster their growth in clinical, research, academic, and professional areas. The Chair will also represent the department, division, and institution in local, regional, state, and national matters. From caring for patients, to conducting cutting-edge research, our faculty and staff are dedicated to the mission of eliminating cancer. The Ideal CandidateThe Chair of Nuclear Medicine will be charged with leading a nationally recognized department and contributing to the prevention and elimination of cancer, transformative research, and exceptional education. Chair candidates must have a defined vision and possess the necessary skills to identify clinical and research opportunities. Leadership experience, specifically in collaboration with multiple stakeholders to achieve shared vision is required.Successful candidates will be expected to hold a Tenure track Faculty Appointment and be a proven leader. The Department of Nuclear Medicine is part of the Division of Diagnostic Imaging and the Chair reports to the Division Head.Ideal applicants will be known nationally and internationally in their field and will have:• 10 years of experience post clinical degree.• M.D. or equivalent degree• Board certification by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine• Eligible for licensure in the State of Texas • Leadership experience in leading multi and transdisciplinary programs. • Experience in mentorship and development of clinical researchers. • Experience in bridging multidisciplinary collaborations between diverse disciplines across fields.  • Demonstrated skills in programmatic development, including the negotiation of agreements with clinical and industry partners.• Demonstrated administrative competence to ensure the fiscally sound and efficient day-to-day operation of the department.• A record of exceptional outcomes-driven patient care in academic settings, and in building clinical practice.The OrganizationEmbedded in the fourth largest U.S. city – and the Texas Medical Center, the world’s largest medical center, MD Anderson is one of the premier cancer centers in the world. MD Anderson is invested and determined in their collective focus on one goal: end cancer. From basic discoveries to impacts in the clinic, back to the lab and out to the community, the clinicians and scientists at MD Anderson create a virtuous cycle of innovation, grounded in a culture of collaboration, connectivity and data-based science. Interested candidates should send a copy of their curriculum vitae and a supplemental narrative statement addressing their qualifications (2-3 pages) to Charlotte Tinsley at AMN Healthcare charlotte.tinsley@amnhealthcare.com by August 1, 2024, or through: https://jobs.mdanderson.org/search/jobdetails/department-chair-nuclear-medicine/83924d2a-b19d-41d0-9219-517c8eb85c53It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html#AMNHealthcare#BESmith#BESRecruitment#LI-CT1

  The Opportunity: McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston), a leading academic health center, invites applications and nominations for the position of Chief, Pediatric Cardiology and Executive Co-Director, Children’s Heart Institute. The Children’s Heart Institute is seeking an established leader in pediatric cardiology with established leadership experience and excellence in clinical, research and education. This is a unique opportunity to lead the Division of Pediatric Cardiology and co-lead the Children’s Heart Institute. The other Executive Co-Directors of the Children’s Heart Institute are Jorge Salazar, MD, Professor and Chief, Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery and Jon Meliones, MD, Chief, Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care. The Children’s Heart Institute at Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital is ranked nationally in Cardiology and Heart Surgery by U.S. News & World Report (#35) and offers innovative solutions for patients with congenital or acquired heart disease delivering high-quality outcomes. The Children’s Heart Institute at Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital earned a three-star rating, the highest possible distinction from the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS). The Children’s Heart Institute received this rating for its patient care and outcomes in congenital heart surgery. As one of only 12 three-star programs of the STS’s 119 participating programs, Children’s Heart Institute ranks among the elite in the United States and Canada for congenital heart surgery. Reporting to the Office of the President, the Chief, Pediatric Cardiology and Executive Co-Director, Children’s Heart Institute will provide vision, leadership and innovation to the Division of Pediatric Cardiology and the Children’s Heart Institute. The Chief will work closely with the other Executive Co-Directors of the Children’s Heart Institute, leadership, faculty and staff and is responsible for the division’s overall clinical, academic, research and administrative activities.   The Division:  The faculty and staff of the academic division are involved in multiple functions with a major emphasis on excellence in patient care, teaching and research. Their internationally recognized pediatric cardiologists are dedicated to providing patients with the best standard of pediatric cardiac care, including access to the latest advances in pediatric cardiovascular research. At their disposal are the extensive healthcare resources of The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, The University of Texas McGovern Medical School at Houston, The Memorial Hermann Hospital Health Care System, The Memorial Hermann Hospital-Texas Medical Center, The Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital, The University of Texas Professional Building, and The LBJ General Hospital. Apart from diagnosis and management of heart murmurs, chest pain, syncope, and palpitations in children referred to them from Houston and other parts of Texas, they provide comprehensive pediatric cardiac care including; pediatric interventional cardiology, pediatric electrophysiology and ablation, diagnosis and management of cardiac problems in the unborn child (fetus), neonatal cardiology, preventive cardiology, adult congenital heart disease, and implantation and management of pacemakers, ICDs, and bi-ventricular resynchronization devices. Cardiac studies, such as electrocardiography, echocardiography (trans-thoracic, contrast, trans-esophageal and fetal), stress testing, tilt table tests, Holter and event monitor testing, signal-averaged ECGs, ambulatory blood pressure monitoring, trans-esophageal electrophysiology testing, and advanced cardiac and vascular imaging are also offered by our staff. They also perform, supervise and interpret electrocardiograms, Holters and trans-thoracic echocardiograms in approximately 20 hospitals located in and around Houston metropolitan area. Neonates, children, and adolescents requiring surgical intervention are cared for by the members of the Division of Pediatric Cardiovascular Surgery of The University of Texas McGovern Medical School at Houston/Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital. The teaching programs are tailored to the level of trainee’s background and experience and include separate programs for junior medical students, senior medical students, resident physicians, fellows and practicing physicians. They provide formal fellowship training in general pediatric cardiology in their ACGME-accredited program for board-certified/eligible pediatricians and interventional pediatric cardiology training in their TSBME-approved program for board-certified/eligible pediatric cardiologists. The Pediatric Cardiology team consists of 21 faculty members specializing in general pediatric cardiology, pediatric cardiac imaging, pediatric cardiac heart failure, interventional, and adult congenital.   Members of the Pediatric Cardiology Division are involved in clinical and basic research. Areas of investigation include:

• Feasibility, safety and efficacy of device occlusion of congenital and acquired defects in the cardiovascular system (atrial septal defects, patent ductus arteriosus, ventricular septal defects, and abnormal vascular connections).
• Long-term results of balloon angioplasty and valvuloplasty of obstructive lesions of the cardiovascular system (aortic stenosis, pulmonary stenosis, coarctation of the aorta and others).
• Feasibility, safety, and efficacy of stent therapy for vascular obstructive lesions (branch pulmonary artery stenosis, coarctation of the aorta and other vascular stenoses).
• Evaluation of cardiovascular end-organ damage in children with hypertension.
• Prevalence of undiagnosed congenital cardiac defects in older children.
• Evaluation of cardiac function with new modalities of echocardiography.
• Determination of genetics of childhood onset of essential hypertension.
• Gene screening for mutations in dilated cardiomyopathy

  The Ideal Candidate: The successful candidate will possess exceptional communication skills, strong financial acumen, a demonstrable record of promoting diversity among trainees, staff and faculty and a sincere commitment to promoting a culture of collaboration, innovation and inclusion across the Health Science campus. The new Chief must be a respected leader who is operationally savvy and a visionary leader in the field of pediatric cardiology. The Chief will be the model of adaptability and possess skills for conflict resolution and management of adversity. Importantly, all stakeholders must view the Chief as a strong advocate for balancing all missions of the division, Children’s Heart Institute and the institution. Education/Certifications:

• MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent with a robust record of professional leadership roles in an academic institution.
• American Board Certification in Pediatrics with a sub-specialty certification in Pediatric Cardiology required.
• Must have or be able to obtain an unrestricted medical license in the state of Texas.

The Organization: UTHealth Houston is a comprehensive academic health science university, and their mission is to educate health science professionals, discover and translate advances in the biomedical and social sciences, and model the best practices in clinical care and public health. UTHealth Houston is one of six health institutions in the University of Texas System and UTHealth Houston has six colleges including the McGovern Medical School.    UTHealth Houston has 2,133 full-time and part-time faculty in 80+ specialties, 6,786 total staff and 5,758 total students. Their faculty and students conduct research to improve the dual pillars of health and well-being while addressing the nation’s most pressing public health crises. UTHealth Houston ranks in the top four universities in Texas in terms of total NIH funding, with $129.6 million awarded to date. Total research expenditures are greater than $290 million.   Children’s Heart Institute   In collaboration with pediatric subspecialists at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth, the affiliated team provides comprehensive care for newborns, children and adolescents, with a smooth transition into adult congenital cardiac care. The Children’s Heart Institute partners with The Fetal Center at Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital to offer patients with congenital heart defects a complete range of prenatal testing and fetal interventions with a coordinated program for mother and child before, during and after birth. The Fetal Center is a national referral center and an interventional leader in fetal diagnosis, fetal intervention and comprehensive fetal care for infants with congenital anomalies or genetic abnormalities.   With the Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and a dedicated pediatric Children’s Heart Institute Intensive Care Unit (CHI-ICU) at Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital, critical pediatric heart patients have access to the highest level of specialized care. By utilizing state-of-the-art techniques and services, the Children’s Heart Institute strives to offer patients with the most complex problems the greatest opportunity for a healthy life.   The Region: UTHealth Houston and Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital are part of the Texas Medical Center (TMC), the largest medical city in the world and the 8th largest business district in the U.S. The Texas Medical Center is at the forefront of advancing life sciences and home to the brightest minds in medicine. TMC nurtures cross-institutional collaboration, creativity and innovation because together, they can push the limits of what is possible. TMC is housed on 675 acres and is home to 42 nonprofit and government institutions, including 13 teaching hospitals, two medical schools, four colleges of nursing, a dental college, a college of pharmacy and a college of optometry. The TMC is just 10 minutes from downtown Houston.  Alive with energy and rich in diversity, Houston is a dynamic mix of imagination, talent and first-class attractions that makes it a world-class city. Home to a vibrant economy, beautiful surroundings and a population full of optimism and spirit, it’s no wonder that Houston is a popular international destination. Houston is the fourth most populous city in the nation, with an estimated July 2018 population of 6,997,384 for the Houston Metropolitan Area, with 99,013 births per year. Houston is the largest in the southern U.S. and Texas and is expected to become the third most populous U.S. city during the second half of the decade of the 2020s. Greater Houston is the most ethnically diverse metropolitan area in the U.S. At least 145 languages are spoken by city residents, and 90 nations have consular representation in the city.  The Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) consists of nine counties: Austin, Brazoria, Chambers, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, Liberty, Montgomery, and Waller. Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land MSA covers 9,444 square miles, an area slightly smaller than Massachusetts but larger than New Jersey. Houston’s size is 665 square miles.  Educational opportunities play a key role in Houston’s quality of life. Houston is a city known to be rich with distinguished school districts and prominent colleges and universities. Nominations are greatly appreciated and may be sent to: Jennifer Schaulin, Pediatric Practice Leader & Principal c/o Molly Johnson, Consultant  Executive & Physician Leadership Search, AMN Leadership Solutions Email: Molly.Johnson@AMNhealthcare.com   UTHealth Houston is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, employment, or policy administration based on race, religion, age, sex, color, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, or status as a disabled veteran or other protected veteran under U.S. federal law.     #BESmith #BESrecruitment #LI-MJ1

Join The Texas A&M University School of Medicine as their new Department Head of Cell Biology and GeneticsThe OpportunityThe Texas A&M School of Medicine seeks to fill a position for the Head of the Department of Cell Biology and Genetics (CBGN). Reporting to the Dean of the School of Medicine, the Department Head is a member of the senior leadership team of the School working collaboratively with the central administration, fellow department heads, center and institute directors, and faculty members to support and advance the strategic goals of the University, School and Department. The School of Medicine seeks applications from distinguished academicians with proven scientific, strategic and collaborative leadership skills. The successful candidate should be a leader committed to the development of the Department as a leading research unit of the School of Medicine with a focus on extramural grant funding and academic excellence in support of the research and educational missions of the institution. The School welcomes applications from outstanding scientists with international reputation in the fields of or related to biochemistry, genetics, cellular and molecular biology, data science and translational biomedical research. The OrganizationTexas A&M University is a top-tier research university with >$1billion of annual research funding and an outstanding record of training undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. The School of Medicine is the largest of five schools at the Texas A&M Health Science Center, which is based on the main university campus in Bryan/College Station, Texas and includes campuses distributed throughout the State of Texas. The CBGN Department, which includes the Institute of Regenerative Medicine, is located on the main Health Science Center campus in Bryan/College Station. Research in the CBGN Department spans a wide range of both basic and translational biomedical research, from basic studies on the structure and function of biomolecules to genetics and genomics and stem cell therapeutics. Emphasis is placed on understanding normal and abnormal biological functions at the molecular and cellular levels and also includes translational studies on therapeutics and regenerative medicine. The educational mission of the Department encompasses the training of medical and graduate students and postdoctoral fellows. The Department’s faculty teach in the pre-clinical years of the undergraduate medical curriculum, which includes the new Intercollegiate School of Engineering Medicine and in the graduate (PhD, MD/PhD and MD+) programs. The CBGN Department faculty participate in multiple university-wide Interdisciplinary Degree Programs in fields such a Neurosciences and Genetics and many have strong collaborative ties with Texas A&M University research groups in the Chemistry, Biochemistry and Biophysics and Biomedical Engineering Departments and the Institute of Biosciences and Technology. The Position/QualificationsApplicants should have a PhD, MD, MD/PhD or equivalent degree and a record of scholarship commensurate with appointment as a tenured Professor of the School of Medicine. The successful candidate will be expected to conduct a vibrant, externally-funded research program and should have an international reputation and track record of success in some aspect of cellular and molecular medicine. The successful candidate will also have a demonstrated commitment to excellence in academics including medical, graduate and post-graduate education and the mentoring of trainees and junior faculty. The candidate will be expected to provide leadership for the CBGN Department, promoting the development of innovative research programs that align with the research mission of the School of Medicine, the Health Science Center and Texas A&M University (https://medicine.tamu.edu/research/focusareas/index.html). Successful candidates should have prior experience in directing research and educational programs and should have demonstrated leadership qualities commensurate with directing an academic unit. Since the Department Head has administrative, financial, and operational responsibilities the successful candidate should have a record of commitment to a culture of institutional stewardship and transparency and efficient and effective business operations. As a key leader at the Texas A&M School of Medicine, the new Head will be expected to build on the successes of prior leadership, leveraging the talents of a diverse faculty, staff, and students, to chart continued success and increase the national and international reputation of the Department’s research and educational endeavors. Procedure for CandidacyThe School of Medicine is especially interested in candidates who, through their research, teaching and/or service, will contribute to the excellence of the academic community. Texas A&M University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Applicants interested in being considered for appointment as Head of the CBGN Department should submit to beth.ross@amnhealthcare.com a cover letter and Curriculum Vitae.#BESmith#BESrecruitment#LI-BR1

Chief of Pediatric Radiology   We are accepting applications and nominations for Chief of Pediatric Radiology, UT Health San Antonio. The Chief of Pediatric Radiology is the clinical, operational, and academic leader of the Pediatric Radiology Divisional faculty and staff appointed by, and reports to the Stewart R Reuter Distinguished Chair in Radiology.   UT Health San Antonio, one of six health institutions in The University of Texas System, is the major source of health professions education and life sciences research in South Texas and is a major center for patient care in South Texas. UT Health San Antonio is a comprehensive academic health center with more than 3,250 students enrolled in five schools: the Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine, the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, the School of Dentistry, the School of Nursing, and the School of Health Professions. The University also offers cooperative programs in public health with UT Health Houston and in pharmacy with The University of Texas at Austin. In addition, collaborations exist between The University of Texas at San Antonio through the San Antonio Life Sciences Institute and a biomedical engineering degree program.    UT Health San Antonio’s pediatric radiology section provides comprehensive imaging services for the children of San Antonio. The patient population includes inpatients at the newly built state of the art Sky Tower of the University Health System, 58-bed level IV neonatal ICU at the university hospital, pediatric trauma (only level II trauma center in South Texas), pediatric and cardiac ICU. The Pediatric Radiologists also provide imaging services for the outpatient clinics including Robert B. Green Campus in downtown, Express-Med Clinic, Medical Arts & Research Center (MARC) in the South Texas Medical Center, and UT Health Hill Country. We offer all dimensions of imaging modalities including radiography, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, CT, MRI, and nuclear imaging services.    The Division Chief leads collaborative efforts to ensure that they provide the highest quality pediatric care in a professional, cost-effective manner. The Chief works with the Department Chair to ensure that faculty are engaged in scholarly activity that includes provision of clinical training and mentorship to residents and medical students. The Chief, Pediatric Radiology promotes a culture of collaboration amongst the Divisional faculty that promotes clinical excellence, innovation, and scientific discovery.    The Division Chief is an advocate for and representative of the Pediatric Radiology Divisional faculty in Departmental and Hospital leadership activities. The Chief, Pediatric Radiology will embody UT Health San Antonio’s core values in all interactions with patients, families, and colleagues.   Education and Certifications:  

• MD, DO or MD/PhD with a track record of leadership roles in an academic institution
• Board certification by the American Board of Radiology and fellowship training in Pediatric Radiology
• Must have or be able to obtain an unrestricted Texas medical license, DEA and Texas DPS certificates.
• Demonstrated experience in recruiting faculty and staff is preferred
• Demonstrated experience in mentoring faculty
• Demonstrated ability to develop and build innovative programs
• An understanding of the general clinical disciplines within Pediatric Radiology

  The City of San Antonio is the seventh most populous city in the United States of America and the second most populous city in the state of Texas, with a population of over 1.5 million. The city is in the south-central part of Texas, and the southwestern corner of an urban region known as the Texas Triangle. San Antonio also thrives as one of the fastest growing cities in the United States.   #BESmith #BESrecruitment #LI-BR1