Lung Transplant Program Director

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 154,000 - 307,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health is seeking an Organ Transplant Program Manager to lead the Lung Transplant Program, ensuring strategic growth and high-quality patient outcomes. You will oversee operations from referral through post-transplant care, coordinating with clinical, administrative, and external partners.

The role requires RN licensure, transplant/ICU leadership experience, and strong knowledge of CMS/UNOS regulations. A results-driven leader with budget and team-management skills is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing required.
• Registered Nurse (RN) license in California required.
• Experience in transplant/ICU operations and leadership.
• Knowledge of CMS/UNOS regulatory requirements.
• Experience with strategic planning and program development.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Lung Transplant Program.
• Oversee transplant operations from referral to post-transplant care.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with UNOS, CMS, HRSA, and accrediting bodies.
• Lead cross-functional teams and manage budgets and partnerships.
• Monitor quality metrics and drive performance improvement.

Job description

UC San Diego Health is seeking an Organ Transplant Program Manager to lead the Lung Transplant Program, ensuring strategic growth and high-quality patient outcomes. You will oversee operations from referral through post-transplant care, coordinating with clinical, administrative, and external partners.

The role requires RN licensure, transplant/ICU leadership experience, and strong knowledge of CMS/UNOS regulations. A results-driven leader with budget and team-management skills is essential.