Organ Recovery Surgeon

DCI Donor Services West Sacramento, California, United States Full-Time Medical

About this position


DCI Donor Services

Sierra Donor Services is seeking a board-certified Organ Recovery Surgeon to assist with the clinical, operational and research activities.

The candidate will have the following responsibilities:

  • Surgically recovers abdominal (liver, kidney, pancreas, and small bowel) organs for transplantation and research in donor hospitals throughout the service area.
  • Assumes on-call responsibilities as required to assure adequate coverage for donor activity and must be available to surgically recover organs at the specified time.
  • Supports compliance to CMS and UNOS regulations and AOPO standards and/or other medical/legal requirements.
  • Provides education and training to OPO staff and hospital personnel involved in the donation process.
  • Serves as an advisor between the organization and hospital staff when organ procurement is in progress.

The ideal candidate will have the following education and work experience qualifications:

  • Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), board certified in general surgery with a current licensure
  • 5+ years of experience in organ recovery and transplantation, medical management of organ donors, and/or in critical care
  • Availability for weekdays and weekends of donor recovery call (number of call days to be determined)
  • Well-developed interpersonal communication skills necessary to interact with all management, supervisors, and staff. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

* New employees must have their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine by their potential start date or be able to supply proof of vaccination.*

We offer a competitive compensation package including:

  1. Paid Time Off
  2. Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
  3. 403(b) plan with matching contribution
  4. Company provided term life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
  5. Wellness Program


DCIDS is an EOE/AA employer – M/F/Vet/Disability

Salary Information

$250000 - $350000 Annual Salary