Liver Transplant Medical Director, University of Utah Health

The University of Utah•Salt Lake, UT

About The Position

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. Academic track and rank will be commensurate with qualifications.

Requirements

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.

Nice To Haves

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 referral network and provide the best possible care for patients
Strong orientation towards patient-focused care, quality improvement, and team building.
Proven ability to actively participate in creating an environment that promotes initiative, innovation, and continued learning.
Demonstration of professional competence and ethical standards that allow the Medical Director to serve as a role model.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with surgical directors to expand the liver transplant program
Promote cutting-edge evidence-based clinical services
Engage with community physicians to ensure regional access for transplant-eligible patients
Focus on the delivery of top-quality patient services, operational excellence, and service growth
Involved in all clinical and administrative activities of the Liver Transplant Program
Participate in academic activities of the Department and Division
Provide the best care possible for patients
Engage in the teaching of students, residents, and fellows in the art and science of liver disease management including transplantation.
Promote and support research in hepatology and liver transplantation.
Develop an inclusive and equitable environment in which a diverse group of faculty can thrive