Surgery - Surgical Director, Kidney Transplant Program

Job Description

Job Description

Our organization, in collaboration with a prominent medical institution, is on the lookout for an outstanding transplant surgeon to take on the role of Surgical Director of the Kidney Transplant Program within the Department of Surgery. The ideal candidate will be a distinguished leader with a proven track record in clinical practice, education, and academic research related to kidney transplantation.

The Kidney Transplant Program is a vital part of our abdominal transplant services, encompassing living and deceased donor kidney transplants , robotic kidney surgeries, pancreas transplants, and involvement in the National Kidney Registry . Additionally, the program collaborates with a nearby VA kidney transplant program to provide living donor services for veteran patients. The chosen individual will be dedicated to fostering the growth, quality, and innovation of the kidney transplant program, with prior leadership experience being highly desirable.

As the Surgical Director, you will be responsible for providing leadership, guidance, and oversight for all surgical elements of kidney transplantation. This includes managing clinical operations, educational initiatives, quality enhancement, and ensuring compliance with regulations. You will work closely with departmental and service line leaders to support strategic planning, mentor faculty, uphold clinical excellence, and prepare for CMS, OPTN, and UNOS evaluations.

Applicants must have completed an ASTS-approved fellowship or equivalent training , and should be Board eligible or Board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Eligibility for licensure in the State of Illinois at the time of hiring is also required. Furthermore, candidates should meet the qualifications set by UNOS/OPTN for primary surgeons. The successful applicant will be appointed at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor , with a salary that reflects their experience.

This position comes with a competitive compensation and benefits package, which includes:

• Starting salary ranging from $159,000 to $985,945
• Compensation based on academic rank and experience
• Comprehensive benefits package:
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Coverage for malpractice, including post-employment tail coverage
• Reimbursement for relocation expenses (in accordance with IRS guidelines)
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) days and allowance
• Additional benefits from the institution or VA (if applicable)

We encourage interested candidates to submit a cover letter and CV to the Chair of the Department of Surgery, c/o the Physician Recruitment Office, and to apply online.

All qualified candidates will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion (unless religion is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or protected veteran status. We are committed to ensuring that no individual is discriminated against based on disability.