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Liver Transplant Medical Director, University of Utah Health

University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193

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Liver Transplant Medical Director, University of Utah Health The Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition at the University of Utah is recruiting a Liver Transplant Medical Director. The Medical Director will collaborate with the surgical directors of Living Liver Donation and Liver Transplantation and Transplant Service Line Director to expand the liver transplant program, promote cutting-edge evidence-based clinical services to achieve high-quality outcomes, and engage with community physicians to ensure regional access for transplant-eligible patients. The Medical Director will have a concentrated focus on the delivery of top-quality patient services, operational excellence, and service growth. The individual chosen will also be involved in all clinical and administrative activities of the Liver Transplant Program as well as academic activities of the Department and Division.

Unique features of our program include a strong Comprehensive Multidisciplinary Liver Tumor Program in collaboration with Huntsman Cancer Institute, our affiliated NCI-designated Cancer Center. Our program has a strong focus on Liver Transplant oncology and living donor liver transplant. The individual chosen will demonstrate the ability to thrive within our outstanding multidisciplinary team to provide the best care possible for our patients. Responsibilities Collaborate with Surgical Directors of Living Liver Donation and Liver Transplantation and Transplant Service Line Director to expand the liver transplant program. Promote evidence-based clinical services to achieve high-quality outcomes and engage with community physicians to ensure regional access for transplant-eligible patients. Deliver top-quality patient services, drive operational excellence, and support service growth within the Liver Transplant Program. Engage in all clinical and administrative activities of the Liver Transplant Program and participate in the academic activities of the Department and Division.

Qualifications

Academic track and rank will be commensurate with qualifications. Required: Eligible for unrestricted licensure in the state of Utah MD with board certification in Hepatology and Transplant Hepatology Advanced expertise in Liver Transplant and living liver donation that meets or exceeds OPTN criteria for Directorship

Preferred: Broad capabilities in the medical management of Liver Disease Proven leader with an integrated approach to care and program growth Effective collaborator and communicator with referring providers to expand the referral network Strong orientation towards patient-focused care, quality improvement, and team building Active participation in creating an environment that promotes initiative, innovation, and continued learning Professional competence and ethics enabling the Medical Director to serve as a role model Engage in teaching of students, residents, and fellows in liver disease management including transplantation Promote and support research in hepatology and liver transplantation Develop an inclusive and equitable environment for a diverse faculty to thrive

Contact and How to Apply

Contact for inquiries: Dr. John Fang, Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition at john.fang@hsc.utah.edu To apply online submit CV with a letter of interest describing your research and/or teaching background, here: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/165990 To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/166178 About University of Utah Health

The University of Utah is in beautiful Salt Lake City, offering an outstanding quality of life in a metropolitan area of 1.5 million residents. The city is vibrant with access to outdoor activities, arts, theater, and diversity. The University of Utah Health is a patient-focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. It values candidates committed to compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, diversity, integrity, quality, and trust. Additional Information

Department: 00229 - Gastroenterology City: Salt Lake City, UT Track: Dependent on Qualifications Open Until Filled: Yes Requisition Number: PRN03586F

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