Cardiac Surgeon Assistant

• Assist the Cardiac Surgeon in preoperative assessment and preparation of patients.
  


• Review relevant clinical information, investigations, imaging, and laboratory results.
  


• Assist during cardiac surgical procedures under the supervision of the Consultant Cardiac Surgeon.
  


• Prepare surgical instruments, equipment, and required materials for procedures.
  


• Assist with surgical exposure, haemostasis, wound closure, and other appropriate surgical tasks within scope of practice.
  


• Monitor patients and support postoperative care in collaboration with the Cardiac ICU and perioperative teams.
  


• Assist in identifying and escalating postoperative complications.
  


• Participate in ward rounds and multidisciplinary cardiac case discussions.
  


• Maintain accurate clinical and surgical documentation.
  


• Support patient and family communication as directed by the Consultant Cardiac Surgeon.
  


• Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement activities, teaching, and service development
  

Requirements

• Medical degree (MBBS/MD or equivalent) for a physician-level role, or other relevant surgical qualification as applicable to the position structure.
  


• Current professional registration and practising licence.
  


• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant surgical experience.
  


• Experience in cardiothoracic or cardiac surgery is highly desirable.
  


• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in an operating theatre and multidisciplinary clinical environment.
  


• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and technical skills.
  


• Good understanding of perioperative and postoperative surgical care.
  


• Commitment to patient safety, professionalism, and continuous learning.
  


• Open to qualified local and expatriate candidates.