Organ Donation Recovery Surgeon – Life-Saving Impact

Indiana Donor Network; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 220,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance paid

Annual bonuses

Paid time off & holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Indiana Donor Network seeks a Recovery Surgeon to lead surgical organ recovery from deceased donors for transplantation and research. The role requires MD/DO, Indiana licensure, and 3+ years of transplant surgery experience.

You will perform organ dissections, biopsies when requested, and ensure high-quality recovery aligned with INDN standards. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong clinical skills, communication, confidentiality, and teamwork to support life-saving missions and

Qualifications

• Licensed physician in Indiana.
• Minimum of three years’ experience as a transplant surgeon.
• Valid state driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Perform organ recovery procedures for DBD and DCD donors per INDN policies.
• Dissect, remove, and prepare abdominal and/or thoracic organs for transplantation and research.
• Conduct intraoperative assessments to determine donor suitability.
• Document organ anatomy and quality, including abnormalities and surgical damage.
• Assist in perfusion, preservation, cannulation, and staff training for organ recovery.
• Promote INDN’s mission and core values in daily operations.

Skills

Surgical experience

Clinical skills

Interpersonal communication

Emotional intelligence

Delegation

Initiative

Organization

Confidentiality

Education

MD or DO

Job description

Indiana Donor Network seeks a Recovery Surgeon to lead surgical organ recovery from deceased donors for transplantation and research. The role requires MD/DO, Indiana licensure, and 3+ years of transplant surgery experience.

You will perform organ dissections, biopsies when requested, and ensure high-quality recovery aligned with INDN standards. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong clinical skills, communication, confidentiality, and teamwork to support life-saving missions and