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Organ Procurement Surgeon

Cleveland, OH

$242K - $290K/yr

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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How much do organ procurement surgeon jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 3, 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 in the Organ Procurement Surgeon position, and why are they important?

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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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 seekingOrgan Procurement Surgeons to join our cardiac surgery program. The surgeons will be appointed as a Clinical Associate with excellent compensation, comprehensive benefits package, and a collegial work environment.

Cleveland Clinic Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute performs over 5000 cardiac operations annually, while both our heart and lung transplant services are among the busiest in the nation with more than 150 thoracic transplant yearly. This allows a unique opportunity to advance technical skills and gain operative experience in cardiothoracic transplantation.

Clinical responsibilities include:

  • Evaluation of transplant organs and organ procurement, including DCD heart and lung procurement
  • Participation in ex-vivo heart perfusion and normothermic regional perfusion
  • Exposure to and education in ex vivo lung perfusion
  • Participation in ECMO cannulation and management
  • Opportunity to participate in and develop expertise in heart and lung transplant operations and post-transplant management
  • Opportunity to participate in nontransplant operations., including all aspects of cardiac surgery
  • Opportunity to participate in research

Requirements:

  • Previous surgical experience with heart and lung procurement

Graduate of a US ACGME-accredited Thoracic Surgery Integrated Residency, Thoracic Surgery Traditional Fellowship, or Canadian accredited Cardiothoracic Residency.

  • International applicants (if from a non-accredited program) must have a minimum of 2-3 years of fellowship experience in the United States and be fluent in English.
  • Eligible for Ohio State Licensure
  • Interest in education and research are highly valued

Candidates must possess strong surgical skills, exceptional collaboration, and communication skills.

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Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit, multispecialty academic medical center that's recognized in the U.S. and throughout the world for its expertise and care. Cleveland Clinic integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education. Located in Cleveland, Ohio, it was founded in 1921 by four renowned physicians with a vision of providing outstanding patient care based upon the principles of cooperation, compassion and innovation. Cleveland Clinic has pioneered many medical breakthroughs, including coronary artery bypass surgery and the first face transplant in the United States. U.S. News & World Report consistently names Cleveland Clinic as one of the nation's best hospitals in its annual America's Best Hospitals survey. Among Cleveland Clinic's 80,642 employees worldwide are more than 5,743 salaried physicians and researchers, and 20,166 registered nurses and advanced practice providers, representing 140 medical specialties and subspecialties. Cleveland Clinic is a 6,690-bed health system that includes a 173-acre main campus near downtown Cleveland, 23 hospitals, more than 270 outpatient facilities, including locations in northeast Ohio; southeast Florida; Las Vegas, Nevada; Toronto, Canada; Abu Dhabi, UAE; and London, England.In 2025, there were 15.9 million total outpatient visits, 343,000 hospital admissions and observations, and 336,000 surgical cases throughout Cleveland Clinic's health system. Patients came for treatment from every state and 185 countries.



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