Surgical Director of Abdominal Transplant - St. Joseph's Hospital - Tampa, Florida

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    "description": "<h2>Position Overview</h2>\n<p><strong>Surgical Director, Abdominal Transplant Surgery</strong></p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Kidney & Kidney–Pancreas Transplant Program</strong><strong>BayCare Health System | St. Joseph’s Hospital – Tampa, Florida</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>BayCare Health System is seeking an accomplished <strong>abdominal transplant surgeon</strong> to serve as <strong>Surgical Director of Abdominal Transplant Surgery</strong> for its developing kidney and kidney–pancreas transplant program at <strong>St. Joseph’s Hospital in Tampa</strong>. In partnership with <strong>Northwestern Medicine</strong>, BayCare is launching a new solid organ transplant program, with kidney transplants anticipated to begin in <strong>2027</strong>—offering a rare opportunity to shape a high‑quality transplant service from the ground up.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>As Surgical Director, you will provide <strong>strategic and clinical leadership</strong> for the surgical transplant program while serving as the <strong>primary kidney and kidney–pancreas transplant surgeon</strong>, as defined by <strong>OPTN and UNOS</strong> requirements. This role is ideal for a surgeon who thrives in collaborative leadership, values quality and regulatory excellence, and is motivated to build a sustainable transplant program within a community‑based academic health system.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>You will work in a close <strong>dyad partnership</strong> with transplant nephrology leadership and administrative leaders at both BayCare and Northwestern Medicine to ensure complete surgical coverage, regulatory compliance, quality outcomes, and long-term program sustainability.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<ul>\n <li>Serve as the <strong>OPTN-designated Primary Surgeon</strong> for the kidney and kidney–pancreas transplant program, ensuring continuous, high-quality surgical coverage.</li>\n <li>Provide leadership and oversight for all surgical aspects of the transplant program, ensuring full compliance with OPTN policies, CMS Conditions of Participation, UNOS requirements, and hospital governance standards.</li>\n <li>Deliver comprehensive surgical care across the transplant continuum, including: </li>\n <ul>\n  <li>Evaluation of transplant recipient and living donor candidates</li>\n  <li>Donor and recipient operative management</li>\n  <li>Peri‑operative decision-making and postoperative surgical follow‑up</li>\n  <li>Related general surgical procedures as needed</li>\n </ul>\n <li>Partner with multidisciplinary teams to advance patient safety, surgical quality, and outcomes.</li>\n <li>Collaborate closely with nephrology, transplant coordinators, anesthesia, and hospital leadership to support program growth, operational efficiency, and sustainability.</li>\n <li>Contribute to the development and maintenance of clinical protocols, quality metrics, and readiness activities required for OPTN certification and ongoing compliance.</li>\n <li>Foster a culture of excellence, teamwork, and accountability within a growing academic transplant program.</li>\n</ul>\n<h2>Qualifications</h2>\n<p> </p>\n<ul>\n <li>MD or DO with completion of an ACGME‑accredited residency in General Surgery or Urology.</li>\n <li>Board Certification in General Surgery or Urology.</li>\n <li>Completion of an ASTS‑accredited abdominal transplant surgery fellowship (or equivalent experience).</li>\n <li>ASTS Board Certification (or equivalent).</li>\n <li>Meets eligibility requirements to serve as OPTN Primary Surgeon for kidney and kidney-pancreas transplant program, including required case logs.</li>\n <li>Unrestricted Florida medical license, or ability to obtain prior to start.</li>\n <li>Demonstrated excellence in clinical judgment, quality assessment, and surgical outcomes.</li>\n <li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with providers, staff, patients, and families.</li>\n</ul>\n<h2>Company Overview</h2>\n<p><strong>Benefits</strong>:</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>BayCare Medical Group offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to attract and retain top talent. As a valued member of our team, you can expect the following benefits:</p>\n<p> </p>\n<ul>\n <li>Competitive Base Salary</li>\n <li>Incentive Bonus</li>\n <li>Sign-On Bonus </li>\n <li>Retirement Plan plus employer match</li>\n <li>Paid Time Off</li>\n <li>CME Allowance</li>\n <li>Malpractice Insurance</li>\n <li>Insurance Coverage including Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance and Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance</li>\n <li>Extras including College Savings Plans, Child Care, Auto & Pet Insurance, Wellness Centers, Product & Service Discounts and more</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Join BayCare Medical Group and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that not only supports your professional growth but also enhances your overall well-being and quality of life. We value our team members and are committed to providing a rewarding and fulfilling work environment.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>About BayCare:</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>BayCare</strong> continues to be a top destination to work, receive, and provide care — a commitment that’s reflected in our recent recognitions. Nationally, we were honored as a <strong>2025 Top Workplace in the USA by <em>USA Today</em></strong> and <em>Energage</em>. Locally, <strong><em>Tampa Bay Times</em></strong> and <em>Energage </em><strong>named BayCare a Top Workplace for the 11th consecutive year</strong>. This year, we’re especially proud to be recognized as <strong>the top health care system in the country</strong> <strong>and the highest-ranked Florida-based company</strong> at No. 17, and recognized for the fifth time by the prestigious <strong><em>PEOPLE</em>® <em>Companies That Care </em>list</strong>, as well as an eight-time recipient of the <strong><em>FORTUNE Best Workplaces in Health Care</em>™ award</strong>.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>BayCare Health System</strong> is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization, comprising a network of 16 hospitals and a wide range of services, including imaging, laboratory, behavioral health, home health care, and urgent care. Our mission is to connect patients with a full spectrum of preventive, diagnostic, and treatment services to meet their health care needs throughout their lifetime.</p>",
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