Vascular Surgeon

On call allowance: US$39,438 per annum

The Vascular Surgeon diagnoses and manages pathologies of the lymphatic system and blood vessels outside the brain and heart. This includes treating various health conditions such as carotid artery diseases, aneurysms, critical limb ischemia, venous diseases and lymphoedemas. Works closely with the Haemodialysis unit to provide timely placement of dialysis access. Advises the HSA Management and provides leadership in the organization on matters pertaining to vascular procedures, techniques, and equipment.

Primary Responsibilities: The successful candidate manages inpatients and outpatients weekly including emergency and routine surgical procedures. Work is primarily generated from patient referrals within the HSA as well as from the private sectors and local hospitals. Performs reconstructive and restorative operations including balloon angioplasty, stenting, thrombolysis, removal of blood clots, artery repair or bypass, access for haemodialysis and vascular access.

Qualification & Experience: The successful candidate must possess post graduate training in Vascular Surgery (DM or FRCS Vascular Surgery) or equivalent from a recognised institution. A minimum of five (5) years post specialization hospital experience in the specialty relevant to the services is required. Additionally, must have significant experience in reconstructive vascular surgical and endovascular techniques. The candidate must also hold a valid license from either of the seven (7) jurisdictions; Jamaica, Canada, USA, United Kingdom, New Zealand, South Africa, Australia as specified in the Health Practice Law, Cayman Islands. The ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team is essential. 

In addition to base salary, we provide full healthcare coverage at no cost to employees, pensions plan, paid holidays, 25 days annual leave, training leave, initial and annual licensing fees paid by the Authority, malpractice coverage on the hospital corporate plan. Relocation package includes air passage and freight for employee and dependent (s) to the Cayman Islands.