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Cleveland Clinic

Organ Procurement Surgeon

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$242K - $290K/yr

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Organ Procurement Surgeon CLEVELAND CLINIC The world class cardiothoracic surgery program at Cleveland Clinic's Sydell and Arnold Miller Family Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute is seeking Organ ...

LiveOnNY

Procurement Surgeon

Long Island City, NY

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Join LiveOnNY and Make a Lasting Impact LiveOnNY is a federally designated organ procurement ... The Procurement Surgeon serves as the primary surgical subject matter expert (SME) for deceased ...

LiveOnNY

Procurement Surgeon

Long Island City, NY · On-site

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Join LiveOnNY and Make a Lasting Impact LiveOnNY is a federally designated organ procurement ... The Procurement Surgeon serves as the primary surgical subject matter expert (SME) for deceased ...

LiveOnNY

Procurement Surgeon

Long Island City, NY · On-site

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Join LiveOnNY and Make a Lasting Impact LiveOnNY is a federally designated organ procurement ... The Procurement Surgeon serves as the primary surgical subject matter expert (SME) for deceased ...

UW Health

RN - Organ Procurement Coordinator

Madison, WI · On-site

$43.52 - $65.28/hr

UW Organ and Tissue Donation is one of the highest performing Organ Procurement Organizations in ... with surgical, critical care, emergency services or O.R. expertise Required * Critical care ...

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How much do organ procurement surgeon jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for organ procurement surgeon in the United States is $31.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.04 and $36.54 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are typical work hours and environments like for an organ procurement surgeon?

Organ Procurement Surgeons often work irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, since organ retrieval procedures must be performed promptly after donor identification. The work environment is predominantly in operating rooms at hospitals or organ procurement organizations, sometimes requiring travel to different facilities. Surgeons collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, including transplant coordinators, anesthesiologists, and surgical staff, to ensure the timely and safe procurement of organs. The role requires flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to work efficiently under time-sensitive conditions to maximize the chances of successful transplantation.

What does an organ procurement surgeon do?

An Organ Procurement Surgeon specializes in the surgical recovery of organs from deceased and living donors for transplantation. They work closely with transplant teams, organ procurement organizations, and hospitals to ensure the safe and efficient retrieval of organs such as kidneys, liver, heart, and lungs. Their responsibilities include assessing donor suitability, performing surgical organ recovery with precision, and preserving the organs for successful transplantation. This role requires extensive surgical training, attention to detail, and the ability to work under time-sensitive conditions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an organ procurement surgeon?

To thrive as an Organ Procurement Surgeon, you need advanced surgical skills, in-depth knowledge of human anatomy, and completion of medical training with board certification in surgery or a related specialty. Proficiency in utilizing surgical instruments, sterilization protocols, and organ preservation technologies like perfusion pumps is essential. Exceptional communication, teamwork, and decision-making skills will set you apart when coordinating with transplant teams and donor families. These competencies are vital to ensure precision, minimize complications, and maximize organ viability for successful transplantation outcomes.

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Infographic showing various Organ Procurement Surgeon job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,936 per year, or $31.7 per hour.

Organ Procurement Surgeon

Stanford University School of Medicine

Stanford, CA • On-site

$153K/yr

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Posted 19 days ago

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7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 25 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

208th of 618 rated colleges and universities

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ORGAN PROCUREMENT SURGEON - DEPARTMENT OF CARDIOTHORACIC

SURGERY, DIVISION OF ADULT CARDIAC SURGERY

The Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Division of Adult Cardiac Surgery is seeking a candidate for an Organ Procurement Surgeon position. Duties will include participation in the procurement of heart, lung, and heart/lung allografts. The Organ Procurement Surgeon will be on rotating call for retrieval of organs. Travel by aircraft and ground vehicle is a required component of this position. Depending upon qualifications, the surgeon may also work as an assistant surgeon with the heart or lung transplant attending surgeons, assist with office practice, and participate in research and academic activities. This position will be an integral part of one of the largest transplant programs in the U.S.

The desired candidate may be board-eligible or non-board eligible in cardiothoracic surgery. Individuals who have completed a training program in cardiothoracic surgery and are interested in additional training in adult cardiac surgery may apply. The candidate must have demonstrated clinical ability and experience to perform duties and responsibilities outlined above and work effectively in a surgical service environment. Clear verbal communication skills are a must.

The expected base pay for this position is $153,000 to 210,000 a year. This amount reflects base pay and may not include all components of compensation or pay from participation in departmental incentive compensation programs. Stanford University has provided a pay amount representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for the position.

Stanford University is an equal opportunity employer and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Stanford welcomes applications from all who would bring additional dimensions to the University's research, teaching and clinical missions.

Interested applicants should send their CV to William Hiesinger, M.D., Associate Professor, Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, C/O Eunice Lin, Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, via email (elin94@stanford.edu) or by mail: 870 Quarry Road Extension, Falk Building CVRB, Stanford, CA 94305-5407.

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