Procurement Surgeon

University of Utah Department of Surgery; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Utah Department of Surgery seeks a thoracic transplant procurement surgeon to join our Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery. The role focuses on procurement of adult and pediatric hearts and lungs, including DCD donors, TA-NRP implementation, and involvement with ambulatory ECMO and eCPR services.

The candidate should be board-certified or eligible by ABTS and meet Utah licensure criteria; MD or equivalent degree required.

Qualifications

• MD or Equivalent.
• Board Certified/Board Eligible with American Board of Thoracic Surgery (ABTS).
• Must meet criteria for licensure within the State of Utah (including ECFMG/USMLE steps).

Responsibilities

• Procure adult and pediatric hearts and lungs from donors (including DCD donors).
• Implement TA-NRP as part of the procurement process.
• Support ambulatory ECMO and eCPR services as needed.
• Participate in teaching Thoracic Surgery residents.

Skills

ABTS board certification/eligibility

Utah licensure eligibility

ECFMG/USMLE steps

Education

MD or equivalent

Job description

Procurement Surgeon, University of Utah

The Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery within the Department of Surgery at the University of Utah School of Medicine is actively recruiting for a thoracic transplant procurement surgeon. Individuals would join the faculty of the Division at a rank appropriate with their experience within the School of Medicine. Candidates will include those that are board-certified or eligible by the ABTS as well as those that meet criteria for licensure within the state of Utah (ECFMG certification/USMLE steps). Responsibilities are dedicated to the procurement of adult and pediatric hearts and lungs, including DCD donors and implementation of TA-NRP, as well as supporting ambulatory ECMO and eCPR services. In addition, applicant will be expected to participate actively in the teaching of Thoracic Surgery residents.

Position Available February 1, 2027

The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty, and patients from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.

The University of Utah is an Affluent Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

MD or Equivalent

Board Certified/Board Eligible with American Board of Thoracic Surgery

Must meet criteria for licensure within the State of Utah