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General Description (Purpose and Fu n ction ) :

Assistant Professor is in direct r epo rt to the Division Chief of Cardiothoracic Surgery , Department of Surgery, University of Miami School of Medicine for the Division’s overall functions as well as clinical activities at University of Miami Hospital and affiliated institution s . The Physician provides patient care by interviewing and treating of clinical patients in order to meet their medical needs. The Physician educates patients on wellness, prevention and early detection by providing materials and resources to the patients and families.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities ( For Non-exempt Employees I n clude Percent of E ffort) :

+ Develop , implement and sets 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.  Key business objectives include establishing 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 which complement the strategic plan and ensure the viability of the Division, i.e.; 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, which 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.

+ This individual is responsible for clinical care in all aspects of cardiac surgery including pediatric and adult cardiac surgery, cardiothoracic trauma and the ability to participate in surgery for electro physiologic abnormalities as well as working collaboratively with the Heart and Lung Transplantation Teams.

+ This individual will build private clinics at University of Miami Hospital and Jackson Memorial Hospitals and will participate in clinical care at University of Miami Hospital, Jackson Memorial Hospital, and the Miami Veteran’s Administration Hospital .

+ The individual will 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.

+ He or she will be involved in resident supervision both at the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Medical Center and the Miami Veteran’s Administration Hospital. In addition, this position will require teaching of students in both junior and senior elective programs as sponsored by this Division within the students’ surgical experience

+ This individual will also be responsible for pursuing protocols to fund experiments under his/her supervision

+ Documents all services in patient medical records

+ Comply to Departmental Policy & Procedures & Hospital Bylaws

+ Exercises final medial judgment in all issues of healthcare.

+ Orders studies test and ancillary services in patient medical records.

+ 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 along with proper telephone etiquette

+ Performs in tactful and professional manner.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

+ Candidates will have an excellent academic record and be a recognized leader in heart transplantation and cardiac surgery. Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to build programs and align constituencies are required

+ Recognized teaching skill s and expertise in residency , fellowship and medical student training is required

+ 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 along with proper bedside manner

+ P erforms in tactful and professional manner.

Education Requirements (Essential Requirements) :

+ The Position requires an MD or MD/PhD degree and board certification in Cardiothoracic Surgery . The individual must also possess a Florida Medical License and DEA certificate.

Work Experience Requirements (Essential Requirements) :

+ At least 0 - 2 years of experience post Fellowship .

Current Employees:

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Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Faculty-UMMG