CTVS Surgeon

About The Opportunity

Primary Title:

• Lead and perform a broad range of open and hybrid cardiothoracic and vascular operations (CABG, valve repair/replacement, aortic surgery, thoracic resections and select congenital procedures) with independent operative decision-making.
• Manage end-to-end perioperative care: pre-operative assessment, intra-operative leadership, post-operative ICU rounds and management of mechanical circulatory support (ECMO/IABP) and complications.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary care with cardiac anaesthesia, perfusion, critical care, cardiology and nursing to optimise patient pathways, reduce LOS and improve clinical outcomes.
• Drive quality and safety: implement evidence-based protocols, participate in M&M reviews, maintain surgical checklists and report outcomes through audits.
• Mentor and train junior surgeons, residents and surgical staff; contribute to skills development, simulation training and surgical education activities.
• Contribute to program growth through clinical governance, outcome-driven initiatives, research activity and patient pathway optimisation.
  

Skills & Qualifications

Must-Have

• MBBS with MCh/ DNB (Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery) or equivalent and valid Indian medical registration.
• Minimum 5+ years post-qualification operative experience in cardiothoracic surgery with independent experience in CABG and valve procedures.
• Hands-on proficiency with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB), familiarity with ECMO/IABP management and working knowledge of intraoperative TEE.
• Strong clinical judgement, leadership in high-acuity settings and excellent patient/family communication skills.
  

Preferred

• Experience with complex aortic surgery, minimally invasive thoracic approaches, hybrid procedures or paediatric congenital cardiac operations.
• Track record of clinical audit, publications or prior tenure at a high-volume tertiary cardiac centre.
  

• Competitive compensation package with performance-linked incentives and relocation support where applicable.
• Structured professional development, CME support, access to simulation labs and leadership opportunities.
• Collaborative, patient-centred culture focused on quality, safety and continuous improvement.