Medical Director - Liver Transplant

Job Description

This role blends clinical excellence, program leadership, education, and collaborative team-based care. As the Liver Transplant Medical Director, you will be a key member of a nationally recognized transplant center within the VA system, working closely with National partners to deliver liver transplant evaluations, optimize Veteran transplant candidates, and ensure continuity of care post-transplant.

Major Duties include, but are not limited to :

Veteran-Centered Liver Transplantation

Diagnose and manage the full spectrum of chronic liver diseases, including hepatitis C, NAFLD / NASH, autoimmune liver disease, and alcohol-associated liver disease.

Coordinate and conduct comprehensive pre- and post-liver transplant evaluations, including medical optimization and longitudinal transplant care in partnership with VA transplant centers.

Actively participate in multidisciplinary transplant boards and collaborate with hepatology, surgery, psychology, addiction medicine, pharmacy, and social work teams.

Development of Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) Optimization Program

Lead the design and implementation of a dedicated AUD care pathway for Veterans with alcohol-associated liver disease being considered for transplant.

Work alongside transplant psychologists and addiction medicine specialists to provide integrated, evidence-based care-including structured behavioral interventions, abstinence monitoring, and relapse prevention plans.

Establish robust post-transplant monitoring and support protocols tailored to the needs of Veterans, including coordination with VA mental health services and community resources.

Other Key Duties Active participation in the weekly Tumor Board to evaluate and discuss complex oncology cases. Attendance at the weekly Transplant Huddle to coordinate care and align on patient management strategies. Leadership of the Transplant Selection Committee, guiding multidisciplinary decisions on transplant candidacy.

Engagement in the Liver Transplant Multidisciplinary Clinic, working closely with a team of specialists to provide comprehensive patient care. Management of a personal Telehealth Clinic, offering remote consults and continuity of care for transplant patients. Oversight of post-transplant monitoring and long-term care, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and addressing complications. Review and acceptance of referrals from VA referral centers nationwide, ensuring timely access to transplant services. Triage of clinical calls from referring VA facilities, providing expert guidance on the care of veteran patients. Transplant Hepatologist