Recurrent Faculty Member - Transplant Surgery

Texas Tech University - Health Sciences Center; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is seeking a recurrent transplant surgeon to provide coverage for a new program serving West Texas and Eastern New Mexico. Initially focused on kidney transplants, the role aims to build a regional center of excellence and collaborate with the transplant nephrology team.

The position is part-time, based in Lubbock, with compensation commensurate with education and experience.

Qualifications

• MD/DO or equivalent is required.
• USMLE Step 3 completed is required.
• Board certified or eligible in Surgery is required.
• Completion of an American Society of Transplant Surgeons‑accredited Fellowship in transplantation is required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, perform operations and manages care of patients donating and receiving kidney transplants.
• Participates in multidisciplinary collaboration with nephrology, nursing, social workers, etc.

Skills

MD/DO or equivalent

USMLE Step 3

Board certified or eligible in Surgery

Transplant surgery fellowship

Education

MD/DO or equivalent

Job description

Extended Job Title

Recurrent Faculty Member - Transplant Surgery

Position Description

The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Department ofSurgery is seeking a recurrent transplant surgeon to help providecoverage in our new program, serving a large region of West Texasand Eastern New Mexico that has previously not had access totransplantation. Initially aimed at kidney transplants, thisprogram will fill a huge unmet need in this region, provide anopportunity to build a regional center of excellence, and developan enduring legacy in collaboration with the transplant nephrologyteam.

Requisition ID

45838BR

Optional Attachments

Recommendation/Referral

Travel Required

None

Pay Grade Maximum

salary commensurate with related education, experience and/orskills

Major/Essential Functions

• Evaluates, perform operations and manages care of patientsdonating and receiving kidney transplants;
• Participates in multidisciplinary collaboration with nephrologyteam, nursing, social workers, etc.

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Grade Minimum

salary commensurate with related education, experience and/orskills

Pay Basis

Monthly

Work Location

Lubbock

Department

Surgery Dept Lbk Genl

Required Attachments

Resume / CV

Job Type

Part Time

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of theindividual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiringdepartment, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additionalinformation, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan .

Shift

Other

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,disability, genetic information or status as a protectedveteran.

Required Qualifications

• MD, DO or equivalent
• Completion of the United States Medical Licensing Examination(USMLE) Step 3.
• Board certified or eligible in Surgery.
• Completion of an American Society of Transplant Surgeonsaccredited Fellowship in transplantation.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

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Introduction

Nationally recognized as a Great College to Work For ,TTUHSC provides much more than just a job! Enjoy excellentbenefits , including paid leave,retirement plans, wellness programs, health insurance and so muchmore. Ready to start building a rewarding career in a positiveenvironment where you can develop and thrive? Join us as wechange the future of health care.

About TTUHSC

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the livesof others by educating students, providing excellent patient care,and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSCgraduates more health care professionals than any other health careinstitution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees andcertificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. Byproviding comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 millionindividuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancingthe health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is whereworld-class education meets compassionate patient care – and webelieve that our people are the reason for our institution’slasting success and bright future.

Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative andsupportive community that empowers each individual to do their bestwork. Through our values-based culture , TTUHSC iscommitted to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with apositive culture that puts people first.

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our teammembers can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being.Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options –Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time teammembers
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leaveand more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members byproviding opportunities for personal and professional growth,including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, andhealth and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a varietyof other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms andgolf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities,and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

Visa Information

TTUHSC, at its sole discretion, may initiate new H-1B I-129 visapetitions in accordance with the directive issued by GovernorAbbott. Approval from the Texas Workforce Commission is required.On a limited, case-by-case basis, the institution may also sponsoreligible individuals for change-of-status or change-of-employerpetitions for qualifying positions. TTUHSC will not pay the$100,000 fee, if applicable.