General Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon- Ft. Worth, Tx

UT Southwestern Medical Center | Ft. Worth, TX

UT Southwestern is the No. 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth and ranks among the top 50 hospitals nationally in 12 specialties ranging from brain to heart to cancer care – the most of any hospital in Texas, according to U.S. News & World Report’s annual Best Hospitals rankings in the 2025 report, with nine specialties ranked in the top 25 nationally.

The Department of Plastic Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center is nationally recognized for excellence in patient care, education, and research, and is committed to advancing innovation and multidisciplinary collaboration in reconstructive surgery.

Job Summary  

The Department of Plastic Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center invites applications for a General Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon with broad clinical interests across reconstructive and cosmetic plastic surgery, including oncologic and cancer?related reconstruction.

This is a clinically focused faculty position with primary responsibilities centered on delivering high?quality surgical care across the full spectrum of reconstructive plastic surgery. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary care teams across a variety of surgical and medical specialties.

Position Highlights

• Comprehensive general plastic and reconstructive surgery practice, including cancer?related reconstruction
• Surgical care across a broad range of reconstructive and cosmetic procedures, tailored to patient and institutional needs
• Participate in a high-volume, complex reconstructive practice supported by a comprehensive academic health system
• Access to advanced surgical technology and integrated clinical support services
• Faculty appointment at UT Southwestern Medical Center with rank commensurate with experience

Qualifications

• D. or M.D./Ph.D. degree from an accredited institution
• Board certified or board eligible in Plastic Surgery
• Fellowship training in oncologic reconstruction and microsurgery required
• Eligible for medical licensure in the state of Texas
• Demonstrated leadership, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to delivering excellent patient-centered care

Compensation & Benefits

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare – no copay
• Paid Time Off available day one
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Two types of retirement programs, including a lifetime annuity pension plan with substantial employer match contribution

Fort Worth, Texas

Fort Worth is now the 11th largest city in the U.S. after recently surpassing Austin. The city offers an exceptional lifestyle with a vibrant cultural scene highlighted by the renowned Kimbell Art Museum, Modern Art Museum, and Amon Carter Museum in the Cultural District. The city is a sports hub, home to Texas Motor Speedway and Dickies Arena, with convenient access to Dallas Cowboys and Texas Rangers venues nearby. Residents enjoy iconic steakhouses, award-winning BBQ, Tex-Mex, craft breweries, and an expanding selection of chef-driven restaurants. Fort Worth’s rich Western heritage comes to life in the Stockyards, daily cattle drives, and annual festivals. With no state income tax, a cost of living approximately 4% below the national average, and a wide selection of affordable, family-friendly neighborhoods and top-rated schools, the city provides an outstanding quality of life for professionals and families alike.

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

EEO
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.

Contact:

Dustin Floyd

Clinical Physician Recruiter, Talent Acquisition 

Office of Human Resources 

UT Southwestern Medical Center 

P: 972-823-9478

Email: 

dustin.floyd@utsouthwestern.edu