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Job Description/Responsibilities
Perform complex cardiothoracic surgical procedures, including but not limited to coronary artery bypass grafting, heart valve repair/replacement, and thoracic surgeries.
Conduct thorough patient assessments, including medical history reviews, physical examinations, and diagnostic tests, to determine the most appropriate surgical interventions.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals, including anesthesiologists, nurses, and other surgical staff, to ensure comprehensive and coordinated patient care.
Stay abreast of advancements in cardiothoracic surgery through continuous education, research, and participation in relevant conferences and seminars.
Provide pre-operative and post-operative care, including managing patients in critical care settings.
Train and mentor medical staff, residents, and fellows in cardiothoracic surgical techniques.
Participate in on-call schedules and respond promptly to urgent cardiothoracic surgical cases.
Adhere to ethical and professional standards, ensuring compliance with relevant medical regulations and guidelines.
Job Requirements
Minimum of 5 years experience relevant work experience
Medical degree from an accredited medical school.
Completion of a general surgery residency program.
Subsequent completion of a cardiothoracic surgery fellowship program.
Board certification in general surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Valid medical license to practice as a surgeon.
Proficiency in a wide range of cardiac and thoracic surgical procedures, including coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), heart valve repair/replacement, lung resections, and other complex interventions.
Ability to perform endovascular procedures for conditions like aortic aneurysms.
Strong decision-making skills and the ability to think critically during surgical procedures.
Excellent patient care skills, including effective communication and empathy.
Ability to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of healthcare professionals, including anesthesiologists, nurses, and other surgeons.
Leadership skills, particularly in the operating room where coordination with the surgical team is critical.
Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying abreast of the latest advancements in cardiothoracic surgery.
Involvement in clinical research and a record of publications in peer-reviewed journals.
Willingness to teach and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows.
Adherence to ethical and professional standards in patient care and research.
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