UNIV - Adult Cardiac Surgeon - Surgery: Cardiothoracic Surgery

Job Description Summary

The Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Medical University of South Carolina is seeking motivated applicants for an adult cardiac surgeon position.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Faculty

Cost Center

CC001068 COM SURG CT Adult Cardiac Surgery CC

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-00

Pay Range

$0 - $0 - $0

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Work Shift

Job Description

The Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Medical University of South Carolina is seeking motivated applicants for an adult cardiac surgeon position.

Eligible candidates must have completed a residency training program in Cardiothoracic Surgery. Credentials should include board certification / eligibility by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery, and be eligible for a South Carolina Medical License.

The practice encompasses all aspects of general adult cardiac surgery including, but not limited to : coronary artery bypass, aortic and mitral valve repair / replacement, aortic surgery.

The successful candidate should possess clinical skills and be committed to excellence in patient care, quality and safety.

The surgeon in this position will be one of two who will be responsible for helping to cover at our 4 affiliated cardiac surgery programs around South Carolina including Florence, Anderson, Greenwood and Columbia.

Appointment as an Assistant Professor or Associate Professor of Surgery at Medical University of South Carolina will be commensurate with experience, training and teaching activities.

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and / or federal regulations.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and application.

MUSC Health, the clinical enterprise of the Medical University of South Carolina, is dedicated to the pursuit of changing what's possible in health care.

Nationally recognized for its innovation, patient, and family-centered care, and quality outcomes, this integrated health care system is accessible at the downtown Charleston campus, four regional medical centers, and through more than 100 outreach locations, clinical affiliations with numerous health care partners, and a robust telehealth network.

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Clinical Faculty MUSC Physical Requirements

Note : The following descriptions are applicable to this section : Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift;

Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift)

Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position.

Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking / mobile. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to climb ladders.

Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work in confined / cramped spaces. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions.

Frequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions.

Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Frequent) Ability to fully use both hands / arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands / wrists / elbows and shoulders.

Frequent) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Possess good finger dexterity.

Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function.

Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 150 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 75 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted.

Frequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 75 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift and carry patients weighing up to 300 lbs.

assisted. (Frequent) Ability to push / pull objects, up to 200 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to maintain 20 / 40 vision, corrected.

Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance.

Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance / relationship between objects;

depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction.

Continuous) Ability to hear and understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet. Must be able to maintain bi-lateral hand movement skills.

Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually.

Additional New Requirements : Ability to maintain a valid drivers license. Computer literacy. Ability to work rotating shifts.

Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required.

Additional Job Description

The Department of Surgery is dedicated to ensuring the voices of our trainees, staff, faculty, and patients are heard; their thoughts are respected and their feelings are valued.

We pride ourselves on creating an inclusive culture dedicated to helping shape the field of surgery to be more diverse. We value our residents, fellows, faculty, and staff of every race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, and disability.

Our goal is to continue to expand our diversity within our talented team, which leads to even more inclusive patient-centered care.

Please click on the link below to learn more about our diversity efforts.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and / or federal regulations.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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