Leadership & Strategy: Provide strategic vision and operational oversight for VAD & Transplant services, Advance growth in mechanical circulatory support and transplant volumes, Maintain superior clinical outcomes and regulatory excellence, Strengthen multidisciplinary collaboration with Heart Failure cardiology, intensivists, and the Heart Center, Expand regional referral relationships across St. Qualifications: Board-certified CardioThoracic Surgeon, Demonstrated expertise in: Ventricular Assist Device implantation and management, Heart transplantation, Advanced mechanical circulatory support systems, Leadership experience in program development or medical directorship preferred, Commitment to quality, research, and team-based care.