Assistant Professor of Clinical - Surgery, Cardiac

University of Miami•Miami, FL

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Professor reports directly to the Division Chief of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Miami School of Medicine. This role is responsible for the overall functions of the Division and clinical activities at University of Miami Hospital and affiliated institutions. The Physician provides patient care by interviewing and treating clinical patients, educating them on wellness, prevention, and early detection, and providing materials and resources to patients and families.

Requirements

MD or MD/PhD degree
Board certification in Cardiothoracic Surgery
Florida Medical License
DEA certificate
At least 0-2 years of experience post Fellowship
Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques
Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatments
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Proper telephone etiquette
Tactful and professional manner

Nice To Haves

Excellent academic record
Recognized leader in heart transplantation and cardiac surgery
Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to build programs and align constituencies
Recognized teaching skills and expertise in residency, fellowship, and medical student training
Proper bedside manner

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and set forth clinical, financial, educational, and research divisional objectives to support and complement the mission statement of the Department, the UMSM, UMMG, and the affiliated Hospitals.
Establish the division as a leader on a local and national level, and continue to acquire the medical, financial, and research resources to achieve this objective.
Develop and regulate, with the Department Chair, the Division's operational budget.
Propose and gain acceptance of short-term objectives that complement the strategic plan and ensure the viability of the Division, e.g., care pathways, medical and logistical plans, and procedures.
Promote the mission of UHealth in achieving its role in providing medical education, research, and quality patient care.
Ensure that the clinical services offered by the Division are of the highest quality, meet community needs, and support the organization.
Participate in international, national, regional, and local activities within the health care industry that impact the future role of the Divisional Surgical Areas funding environment.
Serve in key activities for the Department of Surgery as agreed upon with the Division Chief.
Participate in establishing education and training policies.
Direct and assist faculty in academic progress and assure adequate clinical experience for resident, fellow, and student education.
Provide clinical care in all aspects of cardiac surgery, including pediatric and adult cardiac surgery, cardiothoracic trauma, and the ability to participate in surgery for electrophysiologic abnormalities.
Work collaboratively with the Heart and Lung Transplantation Teams.
Build private clinics at University of Miami Hospital and Jackson Memorial Hospitals.
Participate in clinical care at University of Miami Hospital, Jackson Memorial Hospital, and the Miami Veteran’s Administration Hospital.
Become an integral part of the minimally invasive cardiac valves programs and the aortic surgery center, as well as other growing areas of Cardiac Surgery.
Be involved in resident supervision at the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Medical Center and the Miami Veteran’s Administration Hospital.
Teach students in both junior and senior elective programs sponsored by this Division within the students’ surgical experience.
Pursue protocols to fund experiments under his/her supervision.
Document all services in patient medical records.
Comply with Departmental Policy & Procedures & Hospital Bylaws.
Exercise final medical judgment in all issues of healthcare.
Order studies, tests, and ancillary services in patient medical records.