What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advanced Fellow – Thoracic Transplant and Adult Cardiac Surgery position at Temple University, Office of Physician & Faculty Recruitment?
Summary of Position
The Department of Surgery, Division of Cardiovascular Surgery at Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University is seeking a BE/BC cardiothoracic surgeon for the role of advanced fellow for thoracic transplant, mechanical circulatory support and adult cardiac surgery with attending surgeon’s privileges.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
• Participate in heart and lung organ procurement and implantation including the screening, selection,
and follow up on cardiothoracic patients.• Examine, diagnose, and surgically treat patients with end-stage cardiopulmonary diseases and
cardiovascular patients. • Participate in the management of patients in the ICU, Floor and Clinic in heart/lung transplantation
service and cardiovascular surgery service and provide surgical treatments such as tracheostomy, re-
exploration of the chest, ECMO, etc. as needed. • Must have ownership of patients’ outcomes, Morbidity and Mortality defined by STS and SRTR.• Assist and/or perform other cardiac surgeries as assigned by the Division Chief.• Expected to participate in adult cardiac call, aortic call, thoracic transplant call and shock/VAD call. • Clinical responsibilities and call schedule are directly guided by the Chief of the Division. Services will
be rendered at any location serviced by the Division of Cardiovascular Surgery including all established
and future campuses and partner sites.
The Department of Surgery offers potential candidates a uniquely supportive practice environment with an emphasis on quality patient care, research, teaching, individual career development, and collegiality among faculty members.
Candidates must possess an M.D. or D.O with Board Certification/Eligibility by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery or foreign equivalent; eligibility for unrestricted medical licensure in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is required. Lastly, applicants will have excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong interpersonal, organizational and problem-solving skills and strong commitment to diversity and inclusivity.
Procedure for CandidacyIn order to be considered for this position, you must submit an online application.
Application materials should include: a curriculum vita, personal statement stating your qualifications, ABTS certification or proof of eligibility or equivalent, three professional references names/contact information and a statement describing participation in activities that promote diversity and inclusion and/or plans to make future contributions is strongly encouraged.
Please address your application to: Yoshiya Toyoda, MD, PhD, William Maul Measey Professor of Surgery, Chief, Division of Cardiovascular Surgery., C/O William Mawhinney, Sr. Physician/Faculty Recruiter, Physician Faculty Recruitment and Retention, Email: William.mawhinney@tuhs.temple.edu