Job Code: JSLP-3484 General Surgeon
Industry: Health Care
Location: Ernakulam
Job Summary: The General Surgeon is responsible for diagnosing and treating a wide range of medical conditions that require surgical intervention. This role involves performing surgical procedures, providing pre- and post-operative care, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Responsibilities may include but are not limited to, confirm your Job Descriptions with the Interviewer:
- Patient Assessment: Evaluate patients to determine the need for surgery and the most appropriate surgical interventions. Conduct thorough physical examinations and review medical histories.
- Surgical Procedures: Perform a variety of surgical procedures, including but not limited to abdominal, breast, vascular, and endocrine surgeries. Ensure all surgeries are conducted with the highest standards of safety and care.
- Pre-Operative Care: Prepare patients for surgery by explaining procedures, risks, and expected outcomes. Obtain informed consent and conduct pre-operative assessments.
- Post-Operative Care: Monitor patients’ recovery after surgery, manage pain and complications, and provide follow-up care. Ensure patients receive appropriate wound care and rehabilitation.
- Collaboration: Work closely with anesthesiologists, surgical nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive surgical care. Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and treatment plans.
- Emergency Care: Provide emergency surgical care for acute conditions such as trauma, appendicitis, and bowel obstructions.
Qualifications:
- Education: Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school. Completion of a surgical residency program.
- Licensure: Valid medical license to practice as a surgeon in the relevant state or region. Board certification in general surgery.
- Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in Laparoscopic Surgery.
- Skills:
- In-depth knowledge of surgical techniques, procedures, and equipment.
- Excellent manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
- Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and in emergency situations.
Working Conditions:
- Environment: Hospital or clinical setting with exposure to surgical environments, including operating rooms and recovery areas.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for extended periods, lift and move patients, and perform surgical procedures. Ability to work long and irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and on-call shifts.
Salary: Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.