Senior Resident Doctor / Senior Registrar, Cardiac Surgeon at Deloitte Nigeria

Deloitte Nigeria - Our client, the African Medical Centre of Excellence, Abuja (AMCE Abuja), is a multi-specialty medical institution developed by Afreximbank in partnership with King's College Hospital London (KCH) aims to revolutionize healthcare in Africa. Established to address critical gaps, the AMCE Abuja is committed to providing world-class care through innovative research, development, and education. The partnership with King's College Hospital ensures global expertise, world-class clinical training, research, and professional development. The Centre will offer comprehensive services in oncology, haematology, cardiovascular care, and general healthcare across the continent, with plans for expansion. The construction phase, supported by global partners, precedes a phased rollout over six years, evolving into a 500-bed facility.

Set to commence operations in early 2025, this flagship facility in Abuja is a key part of Afreximbank’s network of healthcare facilities, actively countering brain drain, reducing medical tourism by offering advanced procedures such as stem cell transplantation and state-of-the-art treatments for various diseases, and fostering employment opportunities. The vision for the AMCE initiative is to shape a healthier and more educated future for Africa.

They are recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Resident Doctor / Senior Registrar, Cardiac Surgeon

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment type: Full-time

Job Purpose

• The Senior Resident Doctor, Cardiac Surgeon is responsible for leading and performing complex cardiac surgeries, including coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), heart valve repair and replacement, congenital heart defect correction, and heart transplants.
• This role ensures high standards of patient care, leads clinical teams, contributes to research and innovation, and ensures compliance with national and international healthcare best practices.

Core Responsibilities
Clinical Leadership & Patient Safety:

• Lead surgical teams in performing high-risk and complex cardiac procedures, ensuring adherence to best practices and patient safety protocols.
• Oversee preoperative assessment, surgical planning, and postoperative care to optimize patient outcomes.
• Implement clinical governance frameworks, including mortality and morbidity (M&M) reviews, surgical audits, and adherence to infection control protocols.
• Lead initiatives to improve surgical efficiency, reduce hospital-acquired infections, and enhance patient-centered care.

Preoperative Cardiac Surgery Management:

• Supervise cardiac patient evaluation, imaging interpretation, and risk assessment to determine surgical eligibility.
•  Ensure accurate interpretation of electrocardiograms (ECG), echocardiography, coronary angiography, and cardiac CT scans.
•  Implement evidence-based perioperative management strategies, including anticoagulation therapy, blood conservation, and infection prevention.

Quality Assurance & Clinical Performance Monitoring:

• Implement data-driven improvement strategies to optimize patient care and enhance hospital performance.
• Participate in and oversee periodic surgical audits to ensure compliance with hospital policies and international benchmarks
• Analyze key surgical performance indicators, including; 30-day mortality rates,  Surgical site infection (SSI) rates, Patient-reported outcomes and satisfaction levels.

 Cardiac Surgical Performance & Procedural Management:

• Perform key intraoperative techniques, including vascular anastomosis, valve prosthesis implantation, and aortic grafting, under consultant supervision.
• Oversee instrumentation management, perfusion system coordination, and myocardial protection strategies during open-heart surgery.
• Ensure precise execution of coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) procedures, utilizing arterial and venous graft selection techniques.

Critical Care & Postoperative Recovery Management:

• Lead the implementation of early extubation protocols, minimizing mechanical ventilation duration and ICU stay.
• Direct fluid resuscitation, hemodynamic monitoring, and inotropic support for post-cardiac surgery patients.
• Develop patient-specific cardiac rehabilitation programs, ensuring optimal long-term functional outcomes.

Surgical Audit, Clinical Performance & Continuous Improvement:

• Analyze data on postoperative complications, 30-day mortality rates, and readmission statistics, ensuring ongoing performance evaluation.
• Develop hospital-wide surgical standardization protocols, ensuring adherence to best practice guidelines in cardiothoracic surgery.

Qualifications
Educational Requirements:

• Medical Degree (MBBS, MBChB or its equivalent) from a recognised Institution.
• Completion of Residency program/passed the first part of examination of residency program.

Professional Requirements:

• Valid medical license and registration
• Membership in relevant medical associations, such as the Nigerian Cardiac Society (NCS) or other cardiology associations or its equivalent.

Experience Requirements:

• 6 - 8 years of Clinical Experience
• Completion of at least 4 years of residency training in cardiology.
• Extensive experience in cardiac surgery
• Experience in managing preoperative patient assessments, intraoperative surgical techniques, and postoperative ICU care.
• Proven ability to work alongside cardiologists, anesthesiologists, perfusionists, intensivists, and nurses in a high-pressure surgical setting.
• Strong experience in leading and mentoring junior residents and medical officers.

Competency Requirements:
Knowledge Requirements:

• Advanced understanding of cardiothoracic anatomy, physiology, and pathology.
• Expertise in cardiopulmonary bypass techniques, myocardial protection strategies, and minimally invasive cardiac surgery.
•  In-depth knowledge of cardiac imaging modalities and diagnostic tools.
• Understanding of perioperative and intensive care management in cardiac surgery.
• Knowledge of clinical governance, surgical audit processes, and performance benchmarking.

Skill Requirements:

• Proficiency in preoperative surgical planning, risk assessment, and patient selection.
• Competency in complex surgical procedures, including open-heart and minimally invasive techniques.
• Strong leadership, mentorship, and team management skills.
• Ability to conduct research, analyze clinical data, and publish findings.
•  Proficiency in multidisciplinary collaboration and patient counseling.

Personal Abilities:

• Ability to empathize with patients and their families.
• Shares the AMCE’s vision.
• High level of precision, attention to detail, and commitment to patient safety.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities in high-pressure surgical environments.
• Dedication to continuous learning, professional development, and knowledge dissemination.

Application Closing Date
Friday, 21st February, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note: 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.