General Surgeon

Job brief

We are looking for a General Surgeon to join our team and perform a variety of surgical procedures on our patients in our health facilities. 

A General Surgeons responsibilities include educating patients on their surgical options, preparing patients for surgery and leading surgeries as needed.

Ultimately, you will work with a team of medical professionals overseeing the medical and surgical care of patients.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and advise patients on the risk involved with having surgery

Perform surgical procedures to prevent or correct injury, disease, deformities and patient function while adhering to regulatory and ethical protocols

Follow established surgical techniques during surgery

Prescribe preoperative and postoperative treatment and procedures

Ensure sterility in the operating room, and all equipment and instruments

Direct and coordinate activities of hospital staff for proper patient care

Oversee all treatment prior to and post-surgery, and identify associated risks

Maintain the highest regard for patient dignity and observe the precepts of the American Hospital Associations Bill of Rights for patients

Plan and execute disease/illness prevention and health promotion programs

Requirements and skills

Proven work experience as a General Surgeon or similar role

Fantastic manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination and visuospatial awareness

Superb organizational and time management skills

Excellent decision-making skills and communication

Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Emotionally resilient with the ability to make patients feel at ease

Great management and leadership skills

Relevant training and/or certifications as a General Surgeon