Plastic Surgeon duties and responsibilities:
- Meeting with patients, taking their histories, and examining their files in order to provide them with the best surgical options
- Outlining all the risks and benefits associated with the surgery prior to the procedure
- Performing consultations with patients who suffer from birth defects, injuries, burn wounds, or those who want to enhance their physical appearance
- Preparing patients for surgical and non-surgical procedures
- Prescribing medication like painkillers, antibiotics, and providing aftercare advice to patients
- Scheduling follow-ups to remove stitches, inspect incisions, and monitor the patients' healing
- Handling various administrative duties like updating patient records and clinic policies
Requirements
Requirements and qualifications
- A degree in medicine
- A completed residency
- Additional courses and training in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery
- Years of practical experience in surgery
- Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- A sound understanding of patient aftercare and wound management
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail and impeccable bedside manner