Physician / Surgery - General / Texas / Permanent / General Surgeon Needed - Corpus Christi Job

General Surgeon

Job Description:

• Examine, make diagnosis, evaluate, review medical history, and advise patients on the risk involved with having surgery.
• Perform surgical procedures to prevent or correct injury, disease, deformities, and patient function while adhering to regulatory and ethical protocols.
• Follow established surgical techniques during surgery.
• Prescribe preoperative and postoperative treatment and procedures.
• Make certain operating room, all equipment, and instruments are sterile.
• Direct and coordinate activities of hospital staff for proper patient care.
• Supervise all treatment prior to and post-surgery, and identify associated risks.
• Maintain the highest regard for patient dignity and observe the precepts of the American Hospital Associations Bill of Rights for patients.
• Plan and execute illness & disease prevention and promote good health.

Requirements:

• Current medical license in state of practice required.
• Certification required from the American Board of Medical Specialties.
• Five (5) plus years of residency training in general surgery.
• Excellent manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and visuospatial awareness.
• Strong clinical diagnostic skills.
• Commitment to a high standard of care through the promotion and maintenance of overall health.
• Capacity to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• The ability to communicate information in layman terms to patients and/or their families.
• Continue research into scientific studies and complete frequent Maintenance of Certification (MOC) programs to ensure ongoing proficiency.

Job Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Direct Deposit
• 401K
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Employee discount program
• Excellent room for growth and advancement