Career pathway

Cardiothoracic Surgeon

ANZSCO 253512

Employed

170

Part-time share

10%

Female share

11%

Median age

49 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

Salary and some workforce figures are suppressed for this occupation because Jobs and Skills Australia / the ABS do not publish estimates for small populations (typically fewer than 50 employed people) or because the figures have been perturbed for privacy. They are shown as unavailable rather than zero.

About this career

Cardiothoracic Surgeons perform heart and lung surgery.

What they typically do

Examines patients to determine the necessity of operations, estimates and explains risks to patients, and selects the best operational procedures.
Reviews reports on patients' general physical condition, reactions to medications and medical histories.
Consults with anaesthetists regarding the correct anaesthesia for patients.
Performs surgical operations.
Examines instruments, equipment, and surgical set-up to ensure that antiseptic and aseptic methods have been followed.
Instructs other medical, nursing and associated staff regarding the preparation of patients and instrument and equipment requirements.
Prescribes post-operative care, and observes and investigates patients' progress.
Maintains records of operations performed.
May specialise in particular types of operations.

States and territories

Share of workers by location

NSW

36.8%

VIC

22.2%

QLD

19.3%

8.8%

5.3%

ACT

4.7%

TAS

1.8%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Cardiothoracic Surgeon.

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