Division Chief of Neuroradiology and Intervention

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, ranked the No. 1 hospital in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and tied for the No. 1 hospital in Texas by U.S. News and World Report (2023-2024), is seeking applicants for Chief of Neuroradiology and Intervention. This individual is expected to make a significant impact in the field of Neuroradiology by leading the team and contributing to a collegial environment that will promote the academic and clinical growth of the division.

The candidate must have a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree or foreign equivalent, have completed an ACGME-accredited fellowship in Neuroradiology, be American Board of Radiology-certified, and have an ABR-subspecialty certification in Neuroradiology. Eligibility for full Texas medical license and its acquisition prior to start of employment is required. Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishments and experience.

 The candidate will be a committed leader and have the ability to provide high-quality clinical services; initiate research projects; actively engage in teaching of residents and fellows; participate in quality improvement and value initiatives; and assist division members to excel in their academic missions. The candidate will be a committed leader with deep expertise in all aspects of neuroradiology, including interpreting the full range of diagnostic imaging studies, knowledge of image-guided spine procedures, and providing consultations to referring physicians. The candidate is expected to be superior in all aspects of diagnostic neuroradiology and capable of teaching CT, angiography, myelography, and MRI to neuroradiology fellows, Radiology residents, and medical students through didactic lectures and participation in various multidisciplinary conferences.

  Neuroradiology Division, & Facilities:

·         Growing Neuroradiology practice with 20 faculty members, 7 diagnostic fellows, and 2 neuro IR fellows

·         ACGME-accredited fellowship program in neuroradiology and Texas Medical Board-accredited fellowship program in endovascular surgical

          neuroradiology/neuroendovascular surgery

·         Central reading rooms at Parkland Hospital and Clements University Hospital and associated outpatient clinic

·         Freestanding reading stations located throughout the hospital systems

·         Remote conferencing capabilities to allow participation in virtual resident read-out sessions, lectures, and multidisciplinary conferences

Cutting Edge Technologies

·         Magnetoencephalography (MEG) – the most advanced MEG technology available and the only MEG in Dallas (200 MEG patients per
          year)

·          Optically Pumped Magnetometer (OPM) system

·          MRI Guided Transcranial HiFU (high intensity focused ultrasound)

·          Performed first commercial staged, bilateral MRgHiFU

·          7T whole body MRI scanner

·          Photon-counting CT, PET-CT, and PET-MRI

Research Environment:

·          Research interests are supported by a culture of collaboration with our strong basic science and clinical teams within the department and 
           across the campus

·          Interdisciplinary care conferences that serve as springboards for clinically relevant research

·          Robust research coaching and mentorship

·          NIH-funded clinical and basic science investigators and projects

·          Advanced clinical and pre-clinical instruments and resources

·          National and international collaborations

·          Multiple clinical trials: liquid biopsy & drug delivery

Compelling Faculty Benefits:

·              Excellent healthcare plans, competitive salary, and retirement benefits

·              Dedicated academic time

·              Administrative, biostatistical, and logistical support

·              On-campus transportation system ensuring mobility between clinical locations

·              Nearby daycare with UTSW-affiliated rates

·              Flexible work-plans as appropriate

Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex:

·              Ranked among top 10 U.S. places to live

·              A thriving culinary scene, world-renowned arts districts, major professional sports teams, trendy entertainment venues, unparalleled                      shopping opportunities, and extensive parks and recreation

·              A richly diverse metropolitan region of 7.1 million residents, with more than 200 unique cities

·              Two major commercial airports

·              High-quality elementary and secondary schools, and 45 colleges and universities

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.

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

Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.

To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/

Salary : $1,000 - $1,000,000