Consultant of Cardiovascular Surgery

The Consultant of Cardiovascular Surgery will be mainly involved in the care and treatment of the patients within the field of competence, but they will also be called to contribute to the ward guard shift and take part to the work shift in the OPD Clinics belonging to the Unit. The Consultant autonomously performs advanced surgical procedures; they report daily to the Head of Unit about the most recent or serious cases and procedures. The Consultant will attend periodic meetings with cardiologist, other surgeons, anesthetists and other specialists to evaluate which procedures perform for the different patients belonging to the ward. The Consultant will apply all the procedure to minimize the risk of infections in accordance with Infection Prevention and Control Service and Quality & Safety Department.

Education and Experience profile:

• A MB.Ch.B. or its equivalent from a recognized University.
• A M.Med./Fellowship in Cardiovascular Surgery (or their equivalent).
• Must be registered (or meet the requirements for registration) to the Ugandan Medical and Dental Practitioners Council.
• Minimum of six (6) years of work experience in Cardiac Surgery or related field