Surgeon - Heart Transplant examines, diagnoses, and surgically treats patients with end-stage cardiac disease. Surgically replaces a diseased or damaged heart with a healthy heart. Being a Surgeon - Heart Transplant reviews patient history and confirms need for surgery. Determines which instruments and method of surgery will be most successful in achieving the desired outcome. Additionally, Surgeon - Heart Transplant may provide medical personnel with direction concerning patient care. May provide in-service training as needed to address new technology in health care treatment. Provides charting in compliance with all laws and regulations. Requires a MD degree from an accredited school. Typically reports to the chief of surgery. Requires a license to practice. Surgeon - Heart Transplant's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Summary
The We Are Sharing Hope SC Transplant Recovery Surgeon will be responsible for the recovery of abdominal organs for transplant, research and therapy. The Transplant Recovery Surgeon oversees the surgical recovery of abdominal organs and ensures that these organ system are recovered respectfully and in a manner that is consistent with the gift. The Transplant Recovery Surgeon will be responsible for maintaining the highest quality of recovery standards and work with local and regional transplant centers to ensure that the standards of organ recovery are well understood and maintained by SHSC. The Transplant Recovery Surgeon will assist in the development of surgical recovery policies and surgical support staff. The Transplant Recovery Surgeon will also be responsible for maintaining the standards set forth in the American Society of Transplantation (AST) Code of Conduct.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
M.D./ D.O Degree with eligibility for South Carolina Licensure
Board certified or eligible in surgery
Completion of an ASTS approved transplant surgery fellowship preferred
Two (2) years of experience with an organ procurement organization required
Must have and maintain a valid South Carolina driver’s license
Strong decision-making capabilities, excellent interpersonal and communication skills