Cardiac Surgeon Assistant

Job title : Cardiac Surgeon Assistant

Job Summary

• We are seeking a skilled and highly motivated Cardiac Surgeon Assistant to support the Consultant Cardiac Surgeon in the assessment, preparation, management, and postoperative care of patients undergoing cardiac surgical procedures.
• The successful candidate will provide clinical and surgical assistance, support theatre activities, monitor patients, and contribute to safe and efficient delivery of cardiac surgical services.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.