Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon Talent Pipeline
CURE International is continually building a pipeline of qualified Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons who may be interested in serving at one of our pediatric specialty hospitals in the future. While this posting does not represent a specific job opening, we welcome the chance to connect with skilled, mission-minded professionals as needs arise across our network.
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.
In addition, all candidates should be familiar with the Statement of Faith, and will be required to agree with the declarations of the Statement of Faith in order to be considered for this position.
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