General Surgeon

Job Brief

A general surgeon is a doctor who performs surgery and other procedures on patients with different medical conditions.

Job Description

• ● 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

Job Requirements

• ● 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