Piedmont Healthcare
Transplant Pulmonology Lung Transplant Medical Director Summary: Are you looking to work at a Nationally recognized Best Places to Work? Here at Piedmont Healthcare, we seek an experienced and visionary Transplant Pulmonology Medical Director to co-lead the establishment of a new lung transplant program at Piedmont Atlanta Hospital alongside the Lung Transplant Surgical Director. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic leader to build and direct a comprehensive lung transplant service, enhance patient care, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to improve outcomes for patients with advanced lung disease. The successful candidate will establish and co-manage all aspects of the program, from patient evaluations to post-transplant care and follow-up. Ideal candidate will be able to perform all the following responsibilities including, but not limited to:
- Lead the initiation and development of a state-of-the-art lung transplant program, including establishing clinical protocols, guidelines, and operational workflows.
- Oversee all aspects of clinical care for lung recipients, including pre-transplant evaluations, post-transplant follow-up, and management of complications.
- Provide high-quality, compassionate care to patients with advanced lung disease, ensuring a patient-centered approach throughout the transplant process.
- Work collaboratively with transplant surgeons, cardiologists, thoracic surgeons, nurses, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to create a cohesive and effective transplant team.
- Implement quality and monitor quality improvement initiatives, ensuring compliance with national transplant standards and optimizing patient outcomes
- Develop and implement educational programs for medical staff regarding lung transplantation and advanced pulmonary care.
- Engage and promote clinical research initiatives related to lung transplantation, including participation in clinical trials and other scholarly activities to advance the field.
- Foster relationships with referring physicians and community organizations to raise awareness of the new lung transplant program and improve patient access to care.
- Participate in the administrative oversight of the program, including budgeting, staffing, and policy development, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and objectives.
- Must meet OPTN bylaws for Primary Lung Transplant Physician requirements. (Appendix I, pg. 173-179)
- Competitive Salary with Guarantee, Sign-on Bonus
- Comprehensive Benefits, to include 401k match and annual CME allowance
- Epic EMR
- Quality, Service, and Reputation