Job Description:

UToledo Health and the University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences invite applications for a Medical Director of Transplant Infectious Disease, with a primary focus on solid organ transplant recipients (kidney and pancreas transplantation) in the Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Disease.

In addition to providing exceptional patient care, this role involves leading multidisciplinary collaboration and overseeing protocols for infection prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. The position directs program development, quality improvement, and antimicrobial stewardship efforts while ensuring alignment with national standards. It also supports research, education, and mentorship within transplant infectious diseases.

Candidates must be board-certified in Infectious Diseases, with demonstrated expertise in transplant-related infections, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to high-quality, evidence-based care.

Position Highlights:

• Provide expert clinical care and consultation in the management of infectious diseases in solid organ transplant recipients (kidney and pancreas), including complex and high-risk cases.
• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of protocols for infection prevention, diagnosis, and treatment in transplant populations.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary transplant teams to ensure coordinated, high-quality care across the transplant continuum.
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds, case reviews, and selection meetings, offering infectious diseases expertise to optimize patient outcomes.
• Direct and support research initiatives and quality improvement projects focused on transplant infectious diseases, including prevention strategies and vaccination efforts.
• Contribute to scholarly activity through publications and presentations at regional and national forums.
• Oversee infection prevention programs and ensure compliance with national guidelines, regulatory standards, and best practices.
• Lead or support antimicrobial stewardship and infection control initiatives specific to transplant and immunocompromised populations.
• Provide education and mentorship to physicians, trainees, pharmacists, and allied health professionals.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in institutional committees, educational forums, and professional meetings.
• Fulfill a balanced role encompassing clinical care, administrative leadership, research, and education, with appropriate institutional support and coverage.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution.
• ABIM Board certification in Infectious Diseases.
• Subspecialty training or fellowship in transplant infectious diseases or significant experience in the care of solid organ transplant patients with infectious disease complications.
• Expertise in managing infections in solid organ transplant recipients, including pre-transplant infection screening, post-transplant infectious complications, and long-term care of transplant recipients.
• Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills to work effectively with a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Proficiency in evidence-based practices for infectious disease management and infection control in transplant populations.
• Ability to educate medical staff, fellows, and residents.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to navigate complex clinical scenarios in a high-acuity environment.

Benefits:

• Retirement Benefits, Including Two Pension Plans
  • UTP Pension Plan with Employer Contribution
  • UT Academic Pension Plan
• Eligibility for Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Coverage through the University of Toledo
• Paid Time Off, Sick Time, Paid Parental and Maternity Leave
• UToledo Provides a Tuition Fee Waiver Program for Employees and Dependents
• Long-Term and Short-Term Disability
• UTP Opts Out of FICA, Reducing the Employee's Payroll Taxes

Discover Toledo, Ohio:

Located in Northwest Ohio along the Maumee River and the western shore of Lake Erie, Toledo offers an appealing blend of urban amenities, outdoor recreation, and affordable living. With a population of more than 200,000, the city provides a welcoming community with plenty of opportunities to enjoy life both inside and outside of work.

Outdoor enthusiasts can explore 19 Metroparks and more than 120 miles of trails for hiking, biking, and walking. Downtown Toledo offers a vibrant arts and entertainment scene, featuring the Toledo Museum of Art, the Toledo Zoo, and the Toledo Symphony Orchestra. Sports fans can enjoy minor league baseball, hockey, and numerous golf courses and clubs throughout the area.

Toledo is also known for its affordability, offering a variety of housing options, from downtown lofts and apartments to established suburban neighborhoods and spacious homes. Families can choose from a range of highly regarded schools, colleges, and universities, making Toledo an attractive place to live, work, and raise a family.

Conditions of Employment:

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation. 

The University is dedicated to attracting and retaining the best and brightest talent and fostering a culture of respect.

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