UNIV - Clinical Instructor, Heart Transplantation and MCS - Surgery: Cardiothoracic Surgery

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Job Description Summary
The Department of Surgery, Division of CT Surgery is actively recruiting for a Clinical Instructor.

Entity
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type
Employee

Worker Sub-Type
Faculty

Cost Center
CC001068 COM SURG CT Adult Cardiac Surgery CC

Pay Rate Type
Salary

Pay Grade
University-00

Scheduled Weekly Hours
40

Work Shift

Job Description

The Medical University of South Carolina, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery seeks candidates for a Clinical Instructor appointment to provide patient care in cardiac transplantation and mechanical circulatory support. There has been explosive growth in the advanced heart failure program, including acute MCS devices and cardiogenic shock, durable LVAD therapy including minimally invasive approaches, and heart transplantation including DCD. Primary clinical duties will entail heart transplants including complex reoperative cases and DCD transplants, and implantation of acute and durable mechanical circulatory support devices. Participation in the pre-operative evaluation process including weekly transplant selection committee meetings, quality meetings, operative and postoperative care will be provided. It is also possible that the experience can be customized to the candidate's preferences with additional experiences in other cardiac procedures and lung transplantation, for example.

In addition, there is ample opportunity for involvement in cutting edge clinical trials and clinical research including digital health, outcomes research and artificial intelligence. Individuals who have completed an accredited cardiothoracic surgical training program with interest in surgical heart failure are encouraged to apply. Must be eligible for a South Carolina Medical License.

Charleston, SC is a beautiful city known for its history, culture, dining, warm weather and outdoor activities. It has been rated the #1 city to live in the United States for multiple years in a row by Conde Nast and Travel and Leisure. The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

Minimum Requirements: MD or equivalent, must be eligible for a SC medical license.

Physical Requirements:

(Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift)
Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Continuous)
Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Infrequent)
Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent)
Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent)
Ability to climb ladders. (Infrequent)
Ability to work indoors. (Continuous)
Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent)
Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Frequent)
Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent)
Ability to twist at the waist. (Infrequent)
Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent)
Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Frequent)
Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous)
Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent)
Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous)
Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous)
Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous)
Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous)
Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous)
Ability to lift and carry 150 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent)
Ability to lift objects, up to 75 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Frequent)
Ability to lower objects, up to 75 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Frequent)
Ability to lift and carry patients weighing up to 300 lbs., assisted. (Frequent)
Ability to push/pull objects, up to 200 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent)
Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous)
Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous)
Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous)
Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous)
Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous)
Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous)
Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous)
Ability to hear and understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet.
Must be able to maintain bi-lateral hand movement skills. (Continuous)
Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous)
Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually.

Additional New Requirements:
Ability to maintain a valid drivers license.
Computer literacy.
Ability to work rotating shifts.
Ability to work overtime as required.
Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required.

Additional Job Description

The Department of Surgery is dedicated to ensuring the voices of our trainees, staff, faculty, and patients are heard; their thoughts are respected and their feelings are valued. We pride ourselves on creating an inclusive culture dedicated to helping shape the field of surgery to be more diverse. We value our residents, fellows, faculty, and staff of every race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, and disability. Our goal is to continue to expand our diversity within our talented team, which leads to even more inclusive patient-centered care. Please click on the link below to learn more about our diversity efforts.

https://medicine.musc.edu/departments/surgery/diversity-and-inclusion

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

About Medical University of South Carolina

Learn More About Medical University of South Carolina
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) is a public medical school in Charleston, South Carolina. It was founded in 1824 and is the oldest medical school in the southern United States. MUSC is a tertiary care academic medical center that provides care for patients from across South Carolina and beyond. The university has six colleges: Dental Medicine, Graduate Studies, Health Professions, Medicine, Nursing, and Pharmacy. MUSC is also home to the Hollings Cancer Center, which is a National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center.
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