Assistant Professor – CT Surgery

Emory University

. Evaluate patients referred for cardiac and general thoracic surgery, discuss treatment options, and provide preoperative and postoperative care .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeCarrollton • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in evaluating and managing patients for cardiac and general thoracic surgery, with a strong focus on collaborative patient care and effective communication within multidisciplinary teams. Holds relevant medical qualifications and board certification, ensuring compliance with clinical protocols and safety standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

MD Or DO DegreeBoard Certification In Thoracic SurgeryCompletion Of Accredited Training In Thoracic SurgeryClinical Experience In Cardiac And General Thoracic SurgeryGeorgia Medical License Eligibility

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Hard Skills

Cardiac Surgery ProceduresGeneral Thoracic Surgery ProceduresPreoperative And Postoperative CareClinical DocumentationCritical Care Management

Soft Skills

Collaborative Patient CareEffective Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

Board Eligibility In Thoracic Surgery

Industry Keywords

Multidisciplinary DiscussionsQuality And Safety ActivitiesClinical ProtocolsSurgical Patient ManagementInfectious Materials Handling

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Evaluate patients referred for cardiac and general thoracic surgery, discuss treatment options, and provide preoperative and postoperative care
Perform cardiac and general thoracic procedures within training, privileges, and Tanner Medical Center capabilities
Manage surgical patients across the operating room, inpatient units, and outpatient setting
Coordinate postoperative critical care with appropriate teams
Participate in call and clinical coverage for the cardiothoracic surgery service
Collaborate with cardiologists, pulmonologists, anesthesiologists, critical care clinicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and other care-team members
Participate in multidisciplinary discussions, quality and safety activities, and clinical protocols
Maintain timely clinical documentation and continuity of care with referring physicians and patients
Participate in teaching and scholarly activities consistent with the faculty appointment and clinical setting

Requirements

What you’ll need

MD or DO degree, or equivalent medical degree
Completion of accredited training in thoracic surgery
Board certification or board eligibility in thoracic surgery, subject to Emory and Tanner credentialing requirements
Eligibility for a Georgia medical license and medical staff privileges at Tanner Medical Center
Clinical experience and technical skills appropriate for cardiac and general thoracic surgery
Collaborative approach to patient care and effective communication with patients, colleagues, and referring clinicians
Clinical patient contact and work with human blood, body fluids, tissues, or other potentially infectious materials

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employment protections
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities
Faculty teaching and scholarly activities consistent with the appointment