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The Division of Nephrology and Hypertension in the Department of Internal Medicine at the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City, Utah is seeking applications for Kidney and Pancreas Transplant Medical Director.
Candidates should have expertise in kidney and pancreas transplantation, must be board certified in Internal Medicine and Nephrology, and must have UNOS certification or eligibility. They must also be eligible to hold an unrestricted Utah medical license. Applicants must have the ability to independently manage all kidney and pancreas transplant patients, as well as live kidney donors, through all phases of transplantation or donation. The Transplant Medical Director will work with a multidisciplinary team to provide outstanding care for patients and to grow the kidney and pancreas transplantation program at the University of Utah. Academic track and rank will be commensurate with qualifications.
The Transplant Medical Director will be involved in all clinical and administrative activities of the Kidney and Pancreas Transplant Program as well as the academic activities of the Department of Internal Medicine and the Division of Nephrology and Hypertension. The Medical Director will oversee a dynamic team of transplant nephrologists and advanced practice clinicians and will work closely with University of Utah Health senior leadership as well as leadership and colleagues across departments, including Surgery, Anesthesia, Nursing, Pharmacy, and Laboratory Medicine. Successful candidates will have strong leadership and communication skills, and knowledge of national and local transplant practices and policies. The primary duties will focus on the care of kidney transplant patients, including initial evaluation, pre-transplant care, and post-transplant care at the University of Utah Hospital and Clinics, as well as outreach activities in Utah and neighboring states. The Transplant Medical Director serves as OPTN/UNOS Primary Physician for the Kidney and Pancreas Transplant Program at the University of Utah.
The Transplant Medical Director will also oversee kidney and pancreas transplant education for trainees (e.g. medical students, internal medicine residents, and general nephrology fellows) and will work together with the Program Director of the ACGME-certified Transplant Nephrology fellowship to train transplant nephrology fellows. The Transplant Medical Director is also expected to lead research and quality improvement projects. Applications from transplant nephrologists leading federally funded research programs are encouraged. Candidate reviews will begin upon receipt and continue until a successful candidate is identified and/or the search is closed.
Minimum Qualifications: Medical Degree, must be board certified in Internal Medicine and Nephrology, and must have UNOS certification or eligibility. Candidates must also be eligible to hold an unrestricted Utah Medical License.
Inquires may be sent to: Dr. Aylin Rodan, Division Chief, Division of Nephrology & Hypertension, 30 North Mario Capecchi Drive, 3rd Floor South, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT 84112; aylin.rodan@hsc.utah.edu; phone: (801) 587-7929.
To apply online submit CV with a letter of interest describing research and/or teaching background, here: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/201705.
Nestled amidst the Wasatch Front and Oquirrh Mountains on the west side of the Rockies, Salt Lake City offers an excellent quality of life, with cultural events, college and professional sports, restaurants, nightlife, family-friendly activities, and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Members of the University of Utah community hail from across the U.S. and the world, and come from varied backgrounds, as does the broader Salt Lake City community. Restaurants, food markets, and cultural activities (such as dance, music and festivals) reflect this cultural variety. The Salt Lake City International Airport is located close to the city and is expanding, providing direct flights across the U.S. and to international destinations.
The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.

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