Lead surgical strategy, performance, and growth for adult heart transplantation * Partner with heart failure cardiology, anesthesia, perfusion, CTICU, and transplant operations to drive outcomes, throughput, and patient experience * Advance and integrate mechanical circulatory support (LVAD/ECMO/temporary support) as a unified heart replacement and recovery platform * Leverage institutional capabilities in advanced donor pathways and organ preservation technologies (e.g., DCD platforms and perfusion innovation) * Seeking a proven heart transplant surgeon with leadership readiness: outcomes-driven, collaborative, and comfortable building a "team-of-teams" * Expertise in donor evaluation and acceptance strategy, complex reoperative surgery, and high-acuity perioperative decision-making * Track record in quality improvement, program development, and multidisciplinary alignment * Strong Academic background and ability to contribute to education and scholarship * Active involvement in resident/fellow/medical student teaching * Strong environment for clinical and translational research, including institutional and industry-sponsored studies * Robust APP/ICU/OR infrastructure supporting high-acuity CT and transplant care, including a specialized CTICU model> * Opportunity to shape future recruitment, service-line design, outreach strategy, and regional transplant growth Situated in Tampa, Florida, this opportunity combines professional fulfillment with outstanding quality of life: * No state income tax * Major international airport access * Professional sports, vibrant dining/arts, excellent schools * Year-round boating, fishing, beaches, and outdoor living Rob Rector Direct: 404-591-4218 rrectorweb@pinnaclehealthgroup.com Cell / Text: 678-234-6192 MENTION CODE 240704 JOB-03319 - CTS Minimum Requirements: MD or DO Medical Degree Eligible to be state licensed in the United States United States Residency and / or Fellowship training United States Board Eligible or Certified5c143e31-5e48-4549-b638-05792d185386