Junior Consultant - Cardiac Surgery dept.

• MBBS degree from a recognized medical college.

• Valid BMDC registration.MS / FCPS in Surgery / relevant Specialty (Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery / FCPS in Cardiovascular Surgery will be preferred)

• 2 years professional experience in the relevant subject after Postgraduate qualification

• Additional training in Cardiac ICU management and cardiac surgical procedures will be an advantage.

• Age At most 45 years

• Minimum relevant clinical experience in Cardiac Surgery.

• Practical experience in preoperative and postoperative management of cardiac surgical patients.

• Ability to assist in major cardiac surgical procedures, including CABG, valve surgery and congenital heart surgery.

• Knowledge and skills in Cardiac ICU patient management and emergency handling.

• Good clinical judgement, decision-making and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills.

• Ability to work under pressure and manage critical patients effectively.

• Strong commitment to patient safety, medical ethics and infection control.

• Willingness to work in shifts, including emergency and on-call duties

• .Commitment to continuous professional development and evidence-based medical practice. 

Job Summary

The Junior Consultant in the Department of Cardiac Surgery is responsible for providing comprehensive clinical care to cardiac surgical patients, including preoperative assessment, assisting senior cardiac surgeons during surgical procedures, postoperative management and Cardiac ICU care. The position involves monitoring patients' clinical conditions, managing surgical emergencies, coordinating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams, maintaining proper clinical documentation and ensuring patient safety and quality care under the supervision of senior consultants.

Job Duties & Responsibilities: -

• Assess patients, take detailed clinical histories, perform physical examinations and evaluate cardiac surgical conditions.
• Conduct daily ward rounds, monitor patients' clinical progress and implement treatment plans under senior consultant supervision.
• Perform preoperative assessment, review investigations and ensure appropriate preparation of patients for cardiac surgery.
• Assist senior cardiac surgeons in various surgical procedures, including CABG, OPCABG, aortic and mitral valve replacement/repair, congenital cardiac surgery and surgery for intracardiac tumours.
• Assist in surgical preparation, patient positioning, maintaining a sterile operative field and performing assigned surgical tasks according to professional competency.
• Coordinate with cardiac anaesthesiologists, perfusionists, OT nurses and other surgical team members during cardiac surgical procedures.
• Monitor and manage postoperative cardiac surgical patients, identify complications and ensure appropriate postoperative care.
• Participate in Cardiac ICU management, including haemodynamic monitoring and management of postoperative complications.
• Attend cardiac surgical emergencies and provide immediate clinical management within the scope of competence.
• Maintain proper patient records, operative notes, progress reports and discharge summaries.
• Counsel patients and attendants regarding surgical procedures, postoperative care, medication and discharge instructions.
• Ensure compliance with infection prevention, surgical safety protocols and hospital policies.
• Coordinate with cardiology, cardiac anaesthesia, ICU and other relevant departments for comprehensive patient care.
• Participate in departmental meetings, clinical discussions, academic activities, research and continuing medical education.