Medical Director of Lung Transplant (3-309-1232)

Medical Director of Lung Transplant (3 )-(HP)

Key Responsibilities :

• Oversee and direct all clinical, operational, and academic activities related to lung transplantation.
• Develop and implement strategies for growing the lung transplant program and improving outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory bodies including UNOS, CMS, and Joint Commission.
• Collaborate with hospital leadership to set program goals, secure necessary resources, and ensure financial sustainability.
• Ensure integration of the lung transplant program with other departments (e.g., cardiology, critical care, surgery).
• Develop partnerships with referring physicians and other medical institutions to enhance the lung transplant referral network.
• Work closely with the hospital’s marketing and outreach teams to promote the lung transplant program regionally and nationally.
• Participate in community outreach and education regarding organ donation and transplant opportunities.

Expected faculty rank is Associate Professor or higher, however, rank, tenure status and salary will be dependent upon qualifications and experience.

We offer competitive salary and benefits, as well as an environment supportive of professional development.

Qualifications

This position requires an MD / DO degree from a recognized accredited university (or foreign equivalent).The Medical Director of Lung Transplant will lead and oversee all aspects of the lung transplant program, including patient care, research initiatives, and program development.

This leadership role requires a physician who is board-certified in pulmonary diseases, has completed a transplant fellowship or equivalent, and has extensive experience in lung transplantation.

The director will work closely with multidisciplinary teams including surgeons, intensivists, pulmonologists, pharmacists, transplant coordinators, and researchers to ensure the highest standards of patient care, medical education, and clinical research.

Eligibility to obtain an independent license to practice medicine in the State of Maryland is required.Experience in transplant-related clinical and / or translational research is strongly encouraged.

We are proud to offer a competitive salary, medical / dental benefits, disability plans, retirement plans, and more through the State of Maryland! UMB was ranked 13th in Forbes’ America’s Best Large Employers Survey and was also ranked 6th among educational institutions for Best Employers for Diversity in also by Forbes.

The University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore was ranked as one of the Best Hospitals in both the State of Maryland and the Baltimore Metro Area by the U.

S. News & World Report in .

For immediate consideration, please provide a cover letter and current CV, as well as contact information of three references.

Though not required, candidates are also invited to include a perspective statement on equity, diversity, inclusion, and civility.

UMB is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy.

We value diversity and how it enriches our academic and scientific community and strive toward cultivating an inclusive environment that supports all employees.

Faculty

Organization

School of Medicine - Clinical Departments

Job Posting

Oct 9,