Lead Lung Transplant Surgeon & Academic Program Leader

Ctsnet, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Sign-on bonus

CME allowance

Paid malpractice with tail coverage

Excellent health benefits

401(k) matching

Job summary

Banner University Medical Center Phoenix seeks a board-certified thoracic surgeon to build and lead a new lung transplant program, shaping clinical protocols, the multidisciplinary team, referral network, and UNOS certification. Ideal candidates have fellowship training in thoracic surgery, lung transplant experience, and the vision to establish a program serving patients across the Southwest.

Academic appointment with the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix available, with

Qualifications

• Board-certified in surgery and thoracic surgery or eligible.
• 5+ years of experience required.
• Academic and research setting with teaching residents, fellows, and medical students.
• Experience in general thoracic surgery with focus on lung transplant.
• Experience in minimally invasive and robotic techniques.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead a new lung transplant program.
• Shape clinical protocols, multidisciplinary team, and referral network.
• Pursue UNOS certification and academic collaboration with the university.

Skills

Leadership

Academic medicine

Teaching

Clinical excellence

Education

American Board of Surgery certified or eligible

American Board of Thoracic Surgery certified or eligible

Job description

Banner University Medical Center Phoenix seeks a board-certified thoracic surgeon to build and lead a new lung transplant program, shaping clinical protocols, the multidisciplinary team, referral network, and UNOS certification. Ideal candidates have fellowship training in thoracic surgery, lung transplant experience, and the vision to establish a program serving patients across the Southwest.

Academic appointment with the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix available, with