DescriptionThe Division of Burn, Trauma, Acute and Critical Care Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking an academic Surgical Critical Care Director and Trauma/Acute Care and Critical Care Surgeon to join our growing team of faculty. This is an extraordinary opportunity to be part of a high-volume, nationally recognized program committed to excellence in patient care, research, and surgical education.
Clinical Responsibilities:The successful candidate will have a clinical appointment within the Division and devote
their clinical time to providing care at Parkland Health & Hospital System (Level I Trauma Center),William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital (a state-of-the-art tertiary care facility) and UT Southwestern's expanding Frisco campus, which serves a growing population in North Dallas and is designated as a Level III Trauma Center.
Depending on qualifications and experience, the successful candidate may also be appointed Surgical Director of the Surgical Intensive Care Unit.
Program Overview:The Division of Burn, Trauma, Acute and Critical Care Surgery is one of the largest and most active in the country, with:
- Over 20 university-appointed faculty providing comprehensive surgical care across four major institutions: Parkland Health, Clements University Hospital, Children's Medical Center Dallas, and Zale Lipshy Pavilion.
- More than 4,500 operative cases performed annually, generating over 160,000 RVUs.
- Care for over 3,500 trauma patients annually, with an integral role in a mature, regional trauma system.
- A robust Emergency General Surgery practice performing over 3,000 emergency non-trauma operations each year
- An internationally recognized Burn Program performing 800+ burn operations annually, housed at one of the leading burn centers in the nation.
Research & Education:UT Southwestern offers exceptional support for academic surgeons interested in clinical, translational, or health services research. The Division is deeply committed to surgical education and mentorship at all levels, including medical students, residents, and fellows in Trauma/Surgical Critical Care and Burn Surgery.
Ideal Candidates:We are seeking candidates who are board certified/board eligible in General Surgery and Surgical Critical Care, with strong clinical skills in trauma, emergency general surgery, and critical care. A passion for academic medicine, mentorship, and multidisciplinary collaboration is essential. The Division values personal wellness and work-life integration and the successful candidate should embody these values.
This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic academic environment, contribute to meaningful advancements in surgical care, advance personal wellness and mental wellbeing, and help shape the future of trauma and critical care surgery.
For Additional Information Contact:Benjamin Levi, M.D.
Professor and Division Chief
Division of Burn, Trauma, Acute and Critical Care Surgery
