Advanced Fellow – Thoracic Transplant and Adult Cardiac Surgery

Temple University, Office of Physician & Faculty Recruitment • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

The Department of Surgery, Division of Cardiovascular Surgery at Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University seeks a board-eligible or board-certified cardiothoracic surgeon for an advanced fellow role in thoracic transplant, mechanical circulatory support, and adult cardiac surgery, with attending surgeon’s privileges. The position includes clinical responsibilities across the Division’s established and future campuses and partner sites. Clinical duties and the call schedule are guided directly by the Chief of the Division.

The Department describes its practice environment as supportive, emphasizing quality patient care, research, teaching, individual career development, and collegiality among faculty members. Applicants are encouraged to submit a curriculum vitae, a personal statement describing their qualifications, ABTS certification or proof of eligibility or equivalent, names and contact information for three professional references, and a statement describing participation in diversity and inclusion activities and/or plans for future contributions.

Requirements

• M.D. or D.O.
• Board certification or eligibility by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery, or foreign equivalent.
• Eligibility for unrestricted medical licensure in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong commitment to diversity and inclusivity.

Responsibilities

• Participate in heart and lung organ procurement and implantation, including screening, selection, and follow-up of cardiothoracic patients.
• Examine, diagnose, and surgically treat patients with end-stage cardiopulmonary diseases and cardiovascular patients.
• Participate in management of patients in the ICU, on the floor, and in clinic on the heart/lung transplantation and cardiovascular surgery services.
• Provide surgical treatments as needed, such as tracheostomy, chest re-exploration, and ECMO.
• Take ownership of patient outcomes and morbidity and mortality as defined by STS and SRTR.
• Assist with and/or perform other cardiac surgeries as assigned by the Division Chief.
• Participate in adult cardiac, aortic, thoracic transplant, and shock/VAD call.
• Provide services at locations served by the Division, including established and future campuses and partner sites.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree