Multiorgan Abdominal Transplant Surgeon/Surgical Director, Living Donor Liver Transplant Program
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT
Full-time
Health Care Provider
Posted on April 8, 2024
Posting Details
The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.
Position Information
Position/Rank
Multiorgan Abdominal Transplant Surgeon/Surgical Director, Living Donor Liver Transplant Program
Department
01102 - Liver Transplant Program
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Track
Non Tenure Track
New Position to Begin
September 2024
Details
Multiorgan Abdominal Transplant Surgeon
The Department of Surgery, Division of Transplantation and Advanced Hepatobiliary Surgery at the University of Utah is actively recruiting qualified applicants for the position of Multiorgan Abdominal Transplant Surgeon, and Surgical Director, Living Donor Liver Transplant Program.
The Division of Transplantation and Advanced Hepatobiliary Surgery is one of nine divisions within the Department of Surgery at the University of Utah. The Division is a highly cohesive faculty of abdominal transplant surgeons and advanced practice clinicians who are dedicated to high quality, value-driven patient care, education, and innovation & discovery through basic science, clinical, and/or health services research. The division faculty are also instrumental in caring for patients with benign and malignant hepatic and biliary disease in conjunction with the University of Utah/Huntsman Cancer Institute, a NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. We also are proud of a strong collaboration with Primary Children's Hospital Abdominal Transplant Program.
Requirements:
The selected candidate will be a strategic partner who will promote a strong culture of institutional stewardship throughout the University of Utah Health Care system.
Education/Qualifications:
Prospective candidates must have an MD degree and will be Board Certified in General Surgery and completed an ASTS certified fellowship in abdominal solid organ transplantation.
For additional information, please contact Dr. Talia Baker at talia.baker@hsc.utah.edu
Interested applicants should apply at: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/162562
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, diversity, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.
EEO/Non-Discrimination Information
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at:
https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
Notice
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen and immunizations. https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Special Instructions for Candidates
Open Date
03/29/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Requisition Number
PRN03527F
Type
Faculty
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.
Position Information
Position/Rank
Multiorgan Abdominal Transplant Surgeon/Surgical Director, Living Donor Liver Transplant Program
Department
01102 - Liver Transplant Program
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Track
Non Tenure Track
New Position to Begin
September 2024
Details
Multiorgan Abdominal Transplant Surgeon
The Department of Surgery, Division of Transplantation and Advanced Hepatobiliary Surgery at the University of Utah is actively recruiting qualified applicants for the position of Multiorgan Abdominal Transplant Surgeon, and Surgical Director, Living Donor Liver Transplant Program.
The Division of Transplantation and Advanced Hepatobiliary Surgery is one of nine divisions within the Department of Surgery at the University of Utah. The Division is a highly cohesive faculty of abdominal transplant surgeons and advanced practice clinicians who are dedicated to high quality, value-driven patient care, education, and innovation & discovery through basic science, clinical, and/or health services research. The division faculty are also instrumental in caring for patients with benign and malignant hepatic and biliary disease in conjunction with the University of Utah/Huntsman Cancer Institute, a NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. We also are proud of a strong collaboration with Primary Children's Hospital Abdominal Transplant Program.
Requirements:
- Recognized academic transplant surgeon qualified for, or at the rank of, Associate Professor or Professor, who has completed an ASTS certified multiorgan abdominal fellowship.
- Clinical expertise in living and deceased donor kidney and liver transplant, Deceased donor procurement experience preferred. Interest in Pediatric Liver and Kidney Transplant also encouraged. Robotic transplant experience viewed highly.
- Strong experience and ability to influence and motivate the transplant team and support a culture of collaboration, quality, and efficiency.
- Demonstrated commitment to foster the growth of others through a collaborative mind-set, and aptitude to motivate others through inspiration, effective communication and good listening skills that result in a strong level of trust and guidance.
- Strong commitment to the educational excellence and advancement of faculty, trainees, students, and advanced practice clinicians (APCs).
The selected candidate will be a strategic partner who will promote a strong culture of institutional stewardship throughout the University of Utah Health Care system.
Education/Qualifications:
Prospective candidates must have an MD degree and will be Board Certified in General Surgery and completed an ASTS certified fellowship in abdominal solid organ transplantation.
For additional information, please contact Dr. Talia Baker at talia.baker@hsc.utah.edu
Interested applicants should apply at: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/162562
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, diversity, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.
EEO/Non-Discrimination Information
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at:
https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
Notice
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen and immunizations. https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Special Instructions for Candidates
Open Date
03/29/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Requisition Number
PRN03527F
Type
Faculty
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Please describe your living donor transplant experience.
(Open Ended Question) - Please describe your robotic transplant surgery experience.
(Open Ended Question) - Are you Board Eligible or Board Certified in Surgery?
(Open Ended Question) - Do you have an MD or equivalent degree?
(Open Ended Question) - Have you ever had a license or privileges denied, restricted, limited, suspended, or revoked?
- Yes
- No
- Have you ever been permitted to resign or surrender your license or privileges while under investigation or while any action was pending against you?
- Yes
- No
- Are you currently under investigation or is any disciplinary action pending against you?
- Yes
- No
- Is any action related to your conduct or patient care pending against you at any hospital or health care facility?
- Yes
- No
- Have you ever had a controlled substances registration denied, restricted, suspended, or revoked in any way? Is any such action pending?
- Yes
- No
- Have you ever been terminated from a position because of drug or alcohol use or abuse?
- Yes
- No
- Have you ever been convicted or pleaded guilty or no contest for any felony? Is any such action pending?
- Yes
- No
- One measure of faculty diversity at the School of Medicine is the proportion of faculty members who come from a rural background. Did you graduate high school from a town with less than 10,000 persons?
- Yes
- No
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169
- Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission
