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Responsibilities

The Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Mayo Clinic Arizona is searching for an innovative leader to join a world class Division of Cardiovascular Surgery at its Destination Medical Center (DMC) in Phoenix, Arizona.   We are in search of a Cardiac Surgeon who will serve as the Surgical Director for the Heart Transplant program at Mayo Clinic Arizona.  The candidate may also have an opportunity to be a candidate for Division Chair depending on interest and experience.  Surgical Director of ECMO may also be considered as an additional opportunity.  

The Surgical Director of Heart Transplantation (and potentially the Division Chair of Cardiovascular Surgery), aligned with CT Surgery Department vision of Bold. Forward. Preeminent., will be expected to advance patient care, support the Division’s research efforts and to help guide in educating and developing the future generation of cardiovascular surgeons.  She/he will be responsible for achieving exceptional patient outcomes, as well as actively recruiting and retaining top talent to advance Mayo’s mission.  As Surgical Director of Heart Transplantation, she/he will be responsible for partnering with the medical director for heart transplantation to plan, organize, conduct and direct the activities of the heart transplant program. 

Mayo Clinic is ranked the No. 1 hospital in Arizona and the Phoenix metro area according to U.S. News & World Report's “Best Hospitals” 2023-2024, with excellent scores in outcomes and experience.  In addition to a broad-based practice in routine and complex cardiac surgery and the close ties with other Mayo sites, provide streamlined patient care and excellent opportunities for academic and scholarly activities.   

Outcomes Expected

Prioritize strategies to position the heart transplant program (and potentially the division) for the futureDrive innovation across Practice, Education, and ResearchBuild and sustain a robust and diverse cardiovascular surgery practiceFoster collaboration across the organization to provide the best patient outcomesEffective management that will align to Mayo Clinic’s 2030 strategy of identifying new cures for patients, connections through a digital strategy and transformational business models  Partner with the Transplant Center to support our high-quality heart transplant program.  

For more information on the history and success of our program, please watch our video: 500th Heart Transplant - Mayo Clinic Arizona - YouTube

Ideal Candidate Profile

Board certified in Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of CanadaMeets eligibility requirements of Primary Heart Transplant Surgeon delineated in UNOS bylawsSuccessful completion of a 2-3 year accredited cardiothoracic surgery fellowshipM.D., D.O. or equivalent degree who is eligible to be licensed to practice in ArizonaEvidence of continued academic and scholarly activity in laboratory or clinical research; including those with interest in translational researchStrong leadership qualitiesSuperb clinician with understanding of cardiovascular surgery, ECMO, and heart transplant practicesDrive on-going practice innovationAdept at mentoring junior staffAbility to seamlessly work in a cardiovascular team concept and to build relationships and networks globallyRecognized as an expert in their fieldThis is a leadership position which requires the ability to effectively develop others, recruit and retain talent and have an understanding/appreciation for creating and supporting diverse teams.

Organizational Requirements

Individual will be based in Arizona

Inquiries can be sent to the attention of Jonathan D’Cunha, M.D., Ph.D., Chairman of the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery and search committee chair to: Coleman.Katelyn@mayo.edu.

*Please include CV and letter of interest.

Qualifications

License or Certification:

Eligible for Arizona state licensure.

Exemption Status

Exempt

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

International Assignment

No

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Recruiter

Kate Coleman