Experienced Transplant Surgeon/Surgicalist/Travel Required
Job at a glance
Job description
TRANSPLANT SURGEON OPPORTUNITY
COMMUNITY
Live and practice in the heart of the Midwest. Greater Indianapolis has everything to offer. Whether downtown or in the suburbs, this region is a great place to raise a family with a vibrant economy, great schools and outdoor activities for the whole family. Well known for its ties to the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries. Locals enjoy a relaxing lifestyle with affordable cost of living. Attractions include professional sports, NCAA athletics, music festivals, fine dining and culture leaving nothing to the imagination. Conveniently located along major expressways, all sides of town are easily accessible plus a large airport to travel from as well.
OVERVIEW /HOSPITAL
State of the art facility with 2 Operating Rooms located on a major expressway. Enjoy support from a staff to ensure rapid responses.
ROLE
1 week on /1 week off schedule or flexible
Join 1 other Surgeon
Responsible for performing organ biopsies & facilitating the interpretation of organ biopsies by donor hospital or other pathologists to determine suitability when biopsy requested.
Responsible for inspecting the abdominal cavity for abnormalities that necessitate pathological evaluation.
Responsible for recovering liver, pancreas & kidneys from deceased donors for transplantation.
Responsible for recovering lungs for transplantation (added to ACIN once performed under proctorship).
Provides & documents an accurate- verifiable description of organ anatomy to include assessment of quality, anatomical abnormalities & surgical damage.
Recovers or assists in the recovery of heart valves& organs for research when requested.
Assists clinical organ staff in perfusion, preservation, cannulation & train appropriate staff for transplant organ recovery.
EMR software iTransplant
Case # varies with 2-3 on one day, then up to 7- 10 the next day
Team consists of multiple certified scrub technicians, critical care RN, recovery coordinator +
Profusionist team which is 24 on/72 off
Will be flying on private jet to do procurement & maximize organ, tissue & cornea recovery
No overnight travel however urgency of procurement will necessitate immediate short trips
Ability to teach if desired
PACKAGE
Salary up to $400k + bonuses
Malpractice covered
- 100% employer paid health, dental, and vision insurance for our employees and dependents
- Annual health savings account contributions
- Paid pet insurance
- Annual bonuses for performance and retention
- Generous paid time off and holiday pay
Qualifications
Fellowship required in Surgical Critical Care or Abdominal Transplant surgery (preferred)
Board Certified/Board Eligible General Surgery