Medical Director – Advanced Heart Failure
Location : University Health, San Antonio, TX
Position Type : Full-time, Employed (W2)
University Health seeks an accomplished Medical Director of Advanced Heart Failure to lead the growth and excellence of our expanding heart failure program. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of advanced cardiovascular care in South Texas.
Role Highlights :
- Provide clinical and strategic leadership for a comprehensive advanced heart failure program.
- Oversee outpatient and inpatient services, advanced therapies (LVAD, ECMO), and the development of future transplant capabilities.
- Lead multidisciplinary teams focused on improving outcomes and reducing readmissions.
- Partner with system leaders to expand regional referral networks and establish University Health as a center of excellence.
Qualifications :
MD or DO with Board Certification in Cardiovascular Disease and Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiology.Minimum 5 years of advanced HF experience, including LVAD or transplant care.Proven leadership in program development, quality improvement, and team building.University Health Highlights
700+ bed University Hospital with 6 state-of-the-art cath labs and a dedicated CVICU.Expanding system with new community hospitals and outpatient cardiac centers opening in 2026–2027.UMA and University Health are proud to offer the following :
Competitive total compensation package with incentive programsRelocation Expense ReimbursementInternal Loan Repayment Program not limited to HPSA shortage areasAnnual Professional Business Expense Allowance & CME DaysDeferred Compensation Retirement Plan w / 100% Employer MatchAdditional retirement plan with employer matchGenerous Paid-Time-Off benefitAffordable Medical Insurance / BenefitsEmployer-paid Occurrence Malpractice InsuranceMentoring programs and regular provider meetings foster a supportive and collaborative environmentOpportunities to clinically teach medical students and residentsAll the amenities of a large metropolitan area with great public and private schoolsNo State TaxJoin a health system committed to innovation, collaboration, and exceptional patient-centered care. Shape a program that will transform the future of heart failure management in our region. Highly qualified and committed physicians are encouraged to send their CV to Amy Hensz . We provide sponsorship for H1B Visas. University Health is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer.