UNIV - Clinical Instructor, Heart Transplantation and MCS - Surgery: Cardiothoracic Surgery

Medical University of South Carolina • Charleston, SC

22d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical University of South Carolina, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery seeks candidates for a Clinical Instructor appointment to provide patient care in cardiac transplantation and mechanical circulatory support. There has been explosive growth in the advanced heart failure program, including acute MCS devices and cardiogenic shock, durable LVAD therapy including minimally invasive approaches, and heart transplantation including DCD. Primary clinical duties will entail heart transplants including complex reoperative cases and DCD transplants, and implantation of acute and durable mechanical circulatory support devices. Participation in the pre-operative evaluation process including weekly transplant selection committee meetings, quality meetings, operative and postoperative care will be provided. It is also possible that the experience can be customized to the candidate’s preferences with additional experiences in other cardiac procedures and lung transplantation, for example. In addition, there is ample opportunity for involvement in cutting edge clinical trials and clinical research including digital health, outcomes research and artificial intelligence. Individuals who have completed an accredited cardiothoracic surgical training program with interest in surgical heart failure are encouraged to apply. Must be eligible for a South Carolina Medical License. Charleston, SC is a beautiful city known for its history, culture, dining, warm weather and outdoor activities. It has been rated the #1 city to live in the United States for multiple years in a row by Conde Nast and Travel and Leisure. The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

Requirements

• Individuals who have completed an accredited cardiothoracic surgical training program with interest in surgical heart failure are encouraged to apply.
• Must be eligible for a South Carolina Medical License.
• MD or equivalent
• Ability to perform job functions in an upright position.
• Ability to perform job functions in a seated position.
• Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile.
• Ability to climb stairs.
• Ability to climb ladders.
• Ability to work indoors.
• Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces.
• Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions.
• Ability to bend at the waist.
• Ability to twist at the waist.
• Ability to squat and perform job functions.
• Ability to perform 'pinching' operations.
• Ability to fully use both hands/arms.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders.
• Ability to fully use both legs.
• Ability to reach in all directions.
• Possess good finger dexterity.
• Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions.
• Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function.
• Ability to lift and carry 150 lbs., unassisted.
• Ability to lift objects, up to 75 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted.
• Ability to lower objects, up to 75 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted.
• Ability to lift and carry patients weighing up to 300 lbs., assisted.
• Ability to push/pull objects, up to 200 lbs., unassisted.
• Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected.
• Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand.
• Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance.
• Ability to match or discriminate between colors.
• Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception.
• Good peripheral vision capabilities.
• Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction.
• Ability to hear and understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet.
• Must be able to maintain bi-lateral hand movement skills.
• Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements.
• Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually.
• Ability to maintain a valid drivers license.
• Computer literacy.
• Ability to work rotating shifts.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in cardiac transplantation and mechanical circulatory support.
• Perform heart transplants including complex reoperative cases and DCD transplants.
• Implantation of acute and durable mechanical circulatory support devices.
• Participation in the pre-operative evaluation process including weekly transplant selection committee meetings, quality meetings, operative and postoperative care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees