Procurement Surgeon - Rank Dependent of Qualifications

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 260,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

The Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of Utah School of Medicine is actively recruiting a thoracic transplant procurement surgeon. The appointment will be at a rank commensurate with experience and focus on procurement of adult and pediatric hearts and lungs, including DCD donors and the implementation of NRP.

Candidates must be board-certified or eligible by the ABTS and eligible for Utah licensure (ECFMG/USMLE steps).

Qualifications

• Board-certified or eligible by the ABTS for thoracic surgery.
• Eligible for licensure in Utah (ECFMG/USMLE steps).
• Experience in procurement of both adult and pediatric hearts and lungs.

Responsibilities

• Procurement of adult and pediatric hearts and lungs, including DCD donors.
• Support implementation of NRP and ambulatory ECMO/eCPR services.
• Active teaching of Thoracic Surgery residents.

Skills

Board-certified/eligible (ABTS)

Education

ABTS certification/eligibility

Utah licensure eligibility (ECFMG/USMLE)

Job description

Procurement Surgeon - Rank Dependent Of Qualifications

Details

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 commensurate with experience. 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 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.

Interested applicants should contact Craig H. Selzman, MD, Professor and Chief of the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery c/o Heather Clark, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University of Utah: [e-mail]

Position Available February 1, 2025

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.

Department: 00265 - Cardiothoracic Division

City: Salt Lake City, UT

Track: Non Tenure Track

Open Until Filled: Yes

Requisition Number: PRN03743F

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

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