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 ResponsibilitiesClinical DutiesProvide 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 EducationParticipate 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 DutiesMaintain 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.
