Job Purpose
The Clinical Fellow is responsible for providing clinical services under supervision and participate in patient care, documentation and interdisciplinary collaboration to ensure highest standards of care and contribute to the advancement of cardiovascular medicine.
Core Responsibilities
Clinical Duties
- Provide comprehensive pre-operative, intraoperative, and postoperative care to patients undergoing cardiac surgical procedures, including coronary artery bypass graft (CABG), valve replacement, heart transplantation, and thoracic surgeries.
- Actively participate in surgical procedures, assisting the surgical team, performing specific surgical tasks, and providing technical expertise.
- Monitor and manage postoperative patients in the intensive care unit (ICU) and cardiac ward, addressing complications and optimizing recovery.
- Participate in clinical decision-making processes, including treatment planning, risk assessment, and discharge planning.
- Consult with other healthcare professionals, such as cardiologists, anesthesiologists, and intensivists, to ensure optimal patient care.
- Perform or assist with diagnostic procedures, such as echocardiography, electrocardiography, and transesophageal echocardiography.
Research and Education
- Participate in clinical research studies, including data collection, analysis, and manuscript preparation.
- Mentor and supervise junior doctors, medical students, and other healthcare professionals.
- Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, such as implementing new clinical protocols and reducing postoperative complications.
- Present research findings at conferences and publish articles in peer-reviewed journals.
Administrative Duties
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
- Write comprehensive clinical reports and discharge summaries.
- Participate in audits and reviews of clinical practice to identify areas for improvement.
- Contribute to quality assurance initiatives to ensure optimal patient care.
Educational Requirements
- Medical Degree (MBBS or equivalent)
- Postgraduate training in general surgery or a related specialty
Professional Requirements
- Registration with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN)
- Current medical license
- Membership in relevant professional organizations
Experience Requirements
- Clinical experience in cardiac surgery
- Proficiency in surgical techniques, including: Tissue handling and suturing; Use of surgical instruments and equipment;
- Intraoperative decision-making
- Experience in managing complex cardiac cases and postoperative care
- Strong leadership and teamwork skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to quality improvement and patient safety
Knowledge Requirements
- Understanding Cardiac Anatomy and Physiology - structure and function of the heart, blood vessels, and lungs.
- Knowledge of Cardiac Pathophysiology - various cardiac diseases, including coronary artery disease, valvular heart disease, arrhythmias, and congenital heart defects.
- Knowledge of cardiac surgical techniques, such as coronary artery bypass grafting, valve replacement, heart transplantation, and minimally invasive cardiac surgery.
- Understanding of anesthetic techniques and perioperative management of cardiac surgical patients.
- Knowledge of ethical principles and legal considerations in medical practice, particularly in the context of surgery.
- Understanding of quality improvement methodologies and the importance of patient safety.
Skill Requirements
- Proficiency in surgical techniques, including tissue handling, suturing, and the use of surgical instruments.
- Ability to analyze complex clinical situations, identify problems, and develop effective solutions.
- Ability to make timely and accurate clinical decisions, often under pressure.
- Effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
- Ability to build rapport with patients and colleagues, and to work effectively as part of a team.
Personal Abilities
- Professional attitude towards work
- Shares the AMCE vision
- Ability to empathize with patients and their families.
- Meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of patient care.
- Ability to manage stress and work under pressure.
- Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and unexpected challenges.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
African Medical Centre of Excellence, Abuja (AMCE Abuja) aims to be an Employer of Choice, providing equal opportunity for everyone regardless of their background, gender, race and other protected characteristics.
