Consultant Thoracic Surgeon

Overview

We are searching for a skilled thoracic surgeon to join our excellent medical team. The thoracic surgeon will be tasked with treating various conditions related to the heart, blood vessels, lungs, and esophagus. You will also prepare patients for transplants, remove tumors, and provide quality aftercare. You should be comfortable working in a team.

Desired Attributes

To be successful as a thoracic surgeon, you should have in-depth knowledge of your discipline as well as the risks associated with each procedure. Outstanding thoracic surgeons should be highly analytical, observant, and able to examine each medical case from multiple angles.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing patient histories and performing consultations and tests prior to surgeries.
• Treating heart, lung, esophageal, and blood vessel conditions.
• Performing a variety of surgeries, including transplants and tumor excisions.
• Consulting with other physicians and specialists.
• Determining all the risks associated with the surgery and clearly explaining them to the patient.
• Addressing all patient concerns and answering their questions to the best of your ability.
• Keeping up to date with advancements in thoracic surgery and the broader medical field.
• Scheduling follow up consultations to change dressings, remove sutures, and monitor patients' wellbeing.
• Establishing rapport with patients and providing reassurance to their families wherever possible.
• Keeping meticulous records of all patients and medical procedures.

Requirements

• A doctorate in medicine, with a specialization in thoracic surgery.
• Minimum three years of experience post your specialization.
• A relevant license and certificate.
• A completed residency and several years of experience.
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Published research and other evidence of academic work would be advantageous.
• A willingness to assist other physicians with their cases, wherever possible.
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Seniority Level

Mid Senior level

Employment Type

Full time

Job Function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Human Resources Services and Hospitals and Health Care