Cardiothoracic Surgery Instructor, Department of Surgery (M67840)

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key operative leader in the evaluation and surgical recovery of donor organs.
• Independently perform heart and lung procurements in collaboration with national organ-sharing networks.
• Work closely with transplant physicians, coordinators, and perfusion teams to ensure optimal graft quality and seamless communication throughout the procurement process.
• Assist in the recipient surgery, share call coverage, inpatient management of pre- and post-transplant patients, and participate in the cardiac surgery, ECMO call schedule.
• Manage complex cardiothoracic conditions, support mechanical circulatory support patients, and provide timely operative and critical care interventions as needed.
• Teach cardiothoracic surgery CT surgery residents, general surgery residents, and medical and undergraduate students.
• Mentor cardiothoracic fellows with graded surgery responsibilities.
• Participate in clinical research and trials.
• Serve on departmental, College, and/or University committees as necessary, and in a professional capacity in their field.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated training in cardiothoracic surgery and thoracic transplantation.
• Virginia state licensure.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with high emotional intelligence.
• Effective skills in managing conflict.
• Commitment to clinical excellence, education, and clinical research.
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with a diverse population of faculty, staff, and students.