Surgery - Transplant Physician

Kidney and Liver Transplant Surgeons Needed at VA Pittsburgh Medical Center

The Pittsburgh VA Health Care System (VAPHS), among the most innovative and forward-looking in the nation, provides exceptional healthcare to our nation s Veterans, trains America s future healthcare providers, and conducts research that contributes to medical advancements. VHA is the largest healthcare system in the United States, and VAPHS has state-of-the-art surgical technologies and serves as the acute tertiary care referral center for a large veteran population in Western Pennsylvania and surrounding areas. VAPHS is closely affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh.

We are seeking a highly qualified Kidney/Liver Transplant Surgeons (either fee basis or full/part time permanent) to provide care to our nation s Veterans. This role blends clinical excellence, program leadership, education, and collaborative team-based care. As a Transplant Surgeon, you will be a key member of a nationally recognized transplant center within the VA system, working closely with National partners to deliver transplant evaluations, optimize Veteran transplant candidates, and ensure continuity of care post-transplant.

Benefits: Below benefits are available to full/part-time employees. Fee basis physicians receive generous fee schedule and malpractice insurance.

Work Schedule: Negotiable

Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP): Eligible for up to $200k in student loan reimbursement

Hiring Incentive: Incentives are authorized for highly qualified candidates.

Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases.

Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME)

Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA

Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)

Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory

CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification)

Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided

Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting

Pittsburgh Highlights:

• Family-friendly city with low cost of living and affordable housing in green, beautiful neighborhoods


• Abundant historical/cultural sites and events including the Carnegie Museums (Art, Natural History, Science, and Andy Warhol), a multitude of other visual/performing arts institutions, and a lively music scene featuring local, national, and international stars.


• Plenty of outdoor activities with green parks for hiking/biking (Schenley Park, Frick Park, and Highland Park) and rivers for canoeing and kayaking.


• If you are a sports fan, Pittsburgh is home to the Steelers, Penguins, and Pirates professional teams.


• Pittsburgh International Airport for ease of travel to your other favorite destinations.

Interested candidates may respond with CVs:

Michael Hahn

Physician Recruitment

US Dept of Veterans Affairs

Pittsburgh VA Medical Center