Piedmont Healthcare
Thoracic Surgery - Lung Transplant Program Director
Piedmont Healthcare, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
Description:
Are you looking to work at a nationally recognized Best Places to Work? Piedmont Heart Institute is seeking a highly skilled Thoracic Surgeon to co-lead the development of a new Lung Transplant program at Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, alongside the Transplant Pulmonology Medical Director. The candidate will establish and co-manage all aspects of the program, including patient evaluations, surgical procedures, and post-transplant care, working closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient care.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Developing policies and procedures for the lung transplant program in accordance with CMS and UNOS/OPTN guidelines. Evaluating potential transplant candidates for lung eligibility. Performing lung transplant surgeries and managing postoperative care. Coordinating with transplant team members to ensure seamless patient care. Providing education and support to patients and families throughout the transplant process. Engaging in research and quality improvement initiatives to enhance outcomes. Requirements: Meet OPTN bylaws for Primary Lung Transplant Surgeon (Appendix I, pg. 168-172). OPTN Bylaws Document Piedmont Offers: Competitive salary with guarantee and sign-on bonus. Comprehensive benefits, including 401(k) match and CME allowance. Epic EMR system. Reputation for quality and service. Piedmont Atlanta, a 643-bed hospital, is ranked as the best hospital in Georgia and among the top 5% nationally for cardiac care (2023, Healthgrades). It features a Level I Cardiovascular Center with a multidisciplinary team providing expert cardiac, thoracic, and vascular care, with over 180 cardiovascular physicians and surgeons across more than 20 offices statewide.
Piedmont Healthcare encompasses 23 hospitals, over 2,500 physicians, and 1,600+ offices across Atlanta and North Georgia. The region offers vibrant communities, coastal beaches, and mountain views. Join Piedmont to live and work in the Peach State.
To apply, email Aimee.Ingram@piedmont.org.
"Applicants must be authorized to work in the US. We sponsor H-1B visas but do not sponsor J-1 visas at this time."
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Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Developing policies and procedures for the lung transplant program in accordance with CMS and UNOS/OPTN guidelines. Evaluating potential transplant candidates for lung eligibility. Performing lung transplant surgeries and managing postoperative care. Coordinating with transplant team members to ensure seamless patient care. Providing education and support to patients and families throughout the transplant process. Engaging in research and quality improvement initiatives to enhance outcomes. Requirements: Meet OPTN bylaws for Primary Lung Transplant Surgeon (Appendix I, pg. 168-172). OPTN Bylaws Document Piedmont Offers: Competitive salary with guarantee and sign-on bonus. Comprehensive benefits, including 401(k) match and CME allowance. Epic EMR system. Reputation for quality and service. Piedmont Atlanta, a 643-bed hospital, is ranked as the best hospital in Georgia and among the top 5% nationally for cardiac care (2023, Healthgrades). It features a Level I Cardiovascular Center with a multidisciplinary team providing expert cardiac, thoracic, and vascular care, with over 180 cardiovascular physicians and surgeons across more than 20 offices statewide.
Piedmont Healthcare encompasses 23 hospitals, over 2,500 physicians, and 1,600+ offices across Atlanta and North Georgia. The region offers vibrant communities, coastal beaches, and mountain views. Join Piedmont to live and work in the Peach State.
To apply, email Aimee.Ingram@piedmont.org.
"Applicants must be authorized to work in the US. We sponsor H-1B visas but do not sponsor J-1 visas at this time."
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