Cardiothoracic Surgeon at Blue Advisory Full Time

Job Title: Cardiothoracic Surgeon

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

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.

Application Closing Date
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