Description
Medical Director, Heart Transplant Program
University Hospitals Harrington Heart & Vascular Institute
Cleveland, Ohio
University Hospitals (UH) in Cleveland, Ohio—an affiliate of the Case Western Reserve University (CWRU) School of Medicine—invites applications for the position of Medical Director, Heart Transplant Program within the Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Center at the University Hospitals Harrington Heart & Vascular Institute. The Medical Director will provide clinical and administrative leadership for all aspects of the heart transplant program. The Medical Director will join an established multidisciplinary program embedded within a collaborative team of nine Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiology (AHFTC) cardiologists and four advanced heart failure surgeons, and will report directly to the Director of the Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Center.
Position Overview
We are seeking a physician leader with a proven track record in heart transplantation and advanced heart failure management. This role includes protected administrative time to support program leadership, innovation, and quality improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic, clinical, and operational leadership for the Heart Transplant Program
- Oversee patient selection, perioperative management, and long-term post-transplant care
- Ensure compliance with all UNOS/OPTN, CMS, and institutional regulatory standards
- Collaborate closely with cardiac surgery, critical care, and multidisciplinary heart failure teams
- Lead and participate in research, quality, and innovation initiatives
- Contribute to the education and mentorship of fellows, residents, and students
Qualifications
- Physician with ABIM-board certification in AHFTC
- Minimum of five (5) years of post-fellowship experience directly related to heart transplantation (medical management, selection committee participation, peri/post-transplant care, and quality oversight)
- Demonstrated leadership and clinical excellence in heart transplantation
- Eligibility for faculty appointment at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
- Strong interpersonal, collaborative, and organizational skills
Academic Environment
The University Hospitals Harrington Heart & Vascular Institute is a leading academic cardiovascular program and the primary teaching affiliate of Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. The Heart Transplant Program is part of the Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Center, a regional and national referral hub with a strong commitment to clinical innovation, research, and education. The successful candidate will have opportunities for academic promotion through CWRU and support for scholarly and leadership development activities.
Why Join University Hospitals
- Leadership position with protected time for program development and quality initiatives
- Robust institutional support for clinical excellence, research, and education
- Collaborative multidisciplinary culture across a large integrated health system, including nine AHFTC cardiologists
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
- Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and professional growth
Application Instructions
Interested candidates should submit a curriculum vitae and cover letter outlining clinical and leadership experience interests to Dr. Eiran Gorodeski (Eiran.Gorodeski@UHHospitals.org).
