Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon at CURE International
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon is responsible for
adhering to the quality standards of CURE as they provide hands-on surgical
care to our patients. The Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon is also
responsible for teaching and training on the principles and techniques of
plastic and reconstructive surgical care to other physicians who may be
training at the hospital and oversees the practice of surgery by these
physicians. This individual is charged with facilitating improvement in the
quality of care, education and administration of the plastic and reconstructive
surgery department.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Prepare
and review case histories and obtain data through evaluation of patients
and consult with family members.
- Examine
patients, determine need for clinical laboratory tests and interpret
examination findings and test results.
- Prescribe
appropriate plastic and reconstructive surgical treatments based on
findings and results.
- Determine
procedures for preoperative and postoperative care, including the
administration of sedatives, prescription of diets and preparation of the
patient’s operative area.
- Apply
surgical procedures and coordinate operations with the
anesthesiologist.
- Treat
patients suffering from surgical shock, postoperative hemorrhage and other
complications.
- Direct
other operating room staff in procedures for preoperative and
postoperative care and operating room techniques.
- Instruct
resident plastic and reconstructive surgeons in plastic and reconstructive
surgical procedures.
- Accurately
and thoroughly chart pertinent patient information.
- Ensure
the safety of patients during consultations, surgical interventions and in
the postoperative environment.
- Assist
the Medical Director in ensuring the maintenance of an accurate and
adequate supply of medications and supplies.
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this position description is not designed to
cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or
responsibilities that are required of the co-worker for this position. Duties,
responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Co-worker must perform other tasks, duties, and projects as assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Medical
degree (MD or DO) from a qualified, recognized medical institution.
- Board
certification, or board eligible, preferred.
- Current
and unrestricted medical license.
- Two
years experience in a private or hospital practice.
- Experience
in pediatric plastic surgery.
- Experience
in the developing world is strongly preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Moderate
ability with the English language required, fluency preferred.
- Ability
to communicate effectively and professionally across cultures and language
barriers
- Strong
training and facilitation skills.
- Competency
and proficiency in plastic and reconstructive surgical procedures.
- Strong
interest in teaching and training.