Deceased Donor Director Kidney Transplant - (250004XT)
At the TGH Transplant Institute, we’re building something extraordinary. As the nation’s highest-volume transplant center, we are recognized for our innovation, research, and team-based care. Our abdominal transplant programs consistently exceed national benchmarks in liver and kidney transplant survival rates (SRTR), and we are pioneering advancements in organ preservation through cutting-edge machine perfusion technologies. With over 70 active clinical trials, our surgeons thrive in a high-performance, collaborative environment that fosters growth as clinicians, educators, and innovators.Position HighlightsApproximately 50/50 split between liver and kidney transplantationLiving donor liver and kidney transplantsNo donor callOpportunities to develop other clinical niches based on experience and interestMonthly GI fellow and surgery resident rotations on the Liver Transplant ServiceClinical FTE negotiable based on prior experience (e.g., grant funding)Faculty appointment with USF Health Morsani College of Medicine.Program Excellence#1 Transplant Institute in the Nation by Volume279 liver and 500 kidney transplants performed in 2024Over 14,000+ transplants performed since inceptionOver 50 years of transplant excellenceOnly center in West Central Florida performing adult heart, lung, kidney, pancreas, and liver transplants99% of liver transplants and most kidney transplants performed during daytime hoursOnly center in West Central Florida performing all 5 organsStrong focus on health equity and excellent clinical outcomesInnovative machine perfusion program for organ preservation Advancing Transplantation Through ResearchOur abdominal transplant team is actively engaged in research that shapes the future of care:Organ preservation and perfusion technologiesImmunosuppression minimizationLiving donor transplant optimizationEquity and access to transplantationTraining the Next GenerationWe proudly offer an ASTS-accredited Abdominal Transplant Surgery Fellowship, providing comprehensive training in liver, kidney, and pancreas transplantation. With only one fellow accepted annually, the program ensures personalized mentorship and advanced surgical exposure—including robotic and laparoscopic techniques—working alongside our expert physicians and surgeons.BenefitsHighly competitive salary commensurate with experienceRobust medical, dental, and vision plansGenerous accrued time off (ATO)403(b) retirement plan with matching opportunitiesAnnual CME benefit including monetary allowance and days off
Who We’re SeekingWe are seeking a board-certified transplant surgeon to join our nationally acclaimed transplant team. This hospital-employed position includes a faculty appointment at the University of South Florida (USF) and offers a strong emphasis on clinical excellence, academic engagement, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Ideal CandidateMinimum of 3 years of experience in a multi-organ transplant programInterest in academic medicine and multidisciplinary collaborationClinical research background preferred but not requiredMust be board certified and/or eligible for unrestricted Florida medical licensure.
: Tampa
Transplant
409 Bayshore Blvd. 4th Floor
Tampa 33606
Eligible for Remote Work: On Site
: Physicians
: Florida Health Sciences Center Tampa General Hospital
: Full-time
: Day Job
: On Site
Shift Hours: varies
: Oct 23, 2026, 1:02:06 PM
Tampa General is a private not-for-profit hospital and one of the most comprehensive medical facilities in West Central Florida serving a dozen counties with a population in excess of 4 million. As one of the largest hospitals in Florida, Tampa General is licensed for 982 beds, and with over 15,000 team members, is one of the region’s largest employers.
Consistently recognized for world-class care, Tampa General Hospital is ranked as the #1 hospital in Tampa Bay by U.S. News & World Report for 2024-25 and is nationally ranked as among the top 50 hospitals in the nation in eight specialties. Additionally, Tampa General was ranked as “high performing,” or among the top 10% of hospitals in the nation, in five more specialties along with 12 procedures and conditions.
TGH partners with the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine to pioneer breakthrough treatments, conduct game-changing clinical research and train the next generation of health care professionals. TGH is the region's only academic health system, having been affiliated with the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine since the school was created in the early 1970s.
TGH is the area’s only Level I trauma center and one of two ABA-verified Adult & Pediatric burn centers in Florida. With five medical helicopters, we are able to transport critically injured or ill patients from 23 surrounding counties to receive the advanced care they need. The hospital is home to the leading organ transplant center in the country, having performed more than 14,000 adult solid organ transplants, including the state’s first successful heart transplant in 1985. Tampa General Hospital is committed to serving all residents of West Central Florida. We provide comprehensive health services, ranging from wellness and primary care to the most complex specialty care and post-acute services.
