Assistant/Associate/Professor of Surgery Clinical or Tenure Track – Cardiothoracic Surgery

Position Summary

The Indiana University School of Medicine’s Department of Surgery, Division of Cardiovascular Surgery Thoracic Transplantation section is seeking a trained surgeon. They will be working in an academic hospital, Indiana University Health Methodist Hospital in the Indiana University Health network, which is among the top 10 largest transplant programs nationally. The Indiana University Health Physicians network is one of the premier tertiary centers in the state of Indiana.

The appropriate candidates will be responsible for providing patient care, teaching residents and students in their specialty of CV thoracic transplantation surgery and participating in clinical research. They will support, and contribute to, a growing practice with highly collaborative and interdependent processes in place for successful patient outcomes. This is a full-time position. Salary and academic / clinical rank will commensurate with experience.

Department of Surgery – The IUSM Department of Surgery is committed to the education and development of excellent surgical clinicians, incorporating the skills, knowledge, and competencies essential for providing a high standard of care to residents across the state of Indiana and beyond. Faculty educators in the Department of Surgery strive to advance surgical scientists and their research and aim to instill the leadership qualities that will empower graduates to excel in all practice settings.

Indiana University School of Medicine – IUSM is committed to being an institution that reflects the learners we teach and the patient populations we serve and pursues the values of equity and inclusion that inform academic excellence. We desire candidates whose work contributes to equitable and inclusive learning and working environments for our learners, staff, and faculty. We invite individuals who will join us in our mission to improve health equity and well-being for all throughout the state of Indiana.

IU Health – IU Health is Indiana’s most comprehensive healthcare system (ranked No. 1 in the state by U.S. News & World Report). Our unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, one of the nation’s leading medical schools, provides physicians opportunities in breakthrough research and high-quality patient care. Based in Indianapolis, Indiana, with dozens of facilities statewide, IU Health is a regional leader in providing the right healthcare when and where it is needed.

Indianapolis – Indianapolis is the capital and most populous city in the State of Indiana. It is growing economically thanks to a strong corporate base anchored by the life sciences. Indiana is home to one of the largest concentrations of health sciences companies in the nation. Indianapolis has a sophisticated blend of charm and culture with a wonderful balance of business and leisure. The growing residential base is supported by rich amenities and quality of life – the city possesses a variety of professional sports, arts venues, and outdoor recreation areas. Residents of this dynamic city, and surrounding suburbs, enjoy leading educational systems and top-ranked universities, paired with a diverse population. Indianapolis International Airport is a top-ranked international airport, being named “Best Airport in North America” by Airports Council International for many years.

Basic Qualifications

• Qualified candidates must have M.D., or equivalent education. Doctorate or Terminal Degree required.
• Completed a cardiothoracic surgery fellowship
• American BC/BE in Surgery
• Must be able to provide clinical education centering around complex heart and lung transplant, VAD, and ECMO procedures
• Collaborate and successfully interact with a multi-disciplinary team to promote high-quality patient outcomes.
• Requires excellent interpersonal skills and clear written and verbal communication skills.

Department Contact for Questions

Please direct questions about the process to:

Meghan Hutchinson

Human Resources Business Partner

Department of Surgery

[email protected]

Additional Qualifications

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