We are looking for an experienced orthopaedic surgeon to treat patients who require specialist orthopaedic procedures to remedy conditions such as scoliosis dislocations and fractures and damage to tendons muscles and ligaments. Your responsibilities will include consulting with patients discussing treatment options treating patients overseeing aftercare and physical therapy and coordinating with other specialists when necessary.To be successful as an orthopaedic surgeon you must be able to perform various surgical procedures to repair salvage or replace bones and joints reconnect nerves among others in order to improve musculoskeletal health.
Orthopedic Surgeon duties and responsibilities:
- Consulting with patients and analyzing patient data to determine patient needs and treatment goals.
- Examining patients to diagnose bone joint ligament or other musculoskeletal problems including diseases or injuries.
- Collaborating with other specialists when necessary to determine a course of treatment.
- Recording patient care by maintaining detailed notes of appointments with patients including comments tests and/or treatments prescribed and test results.
- Administering general and local anesthetics when necessary.
- Performing surgical procedures on various parts of the musculoskeletal system including plating broken bones reattaching tendons and ligaments or performing joint or hip replacements among other procedures.
- Prescribing medication to improve recovery and control pain after surgical procedures.
- Referring patients to physical therapy when necessary or performing noninvasive procedures such as casting and splinting limbs.
- Monitoring ongoing progress and health of patients and changing treatment plans as necessary.
- Providing support and advice to patients receiving longterm care.
- Conducting research on defects diseases and disorders affecting the musculoskeletal system.
Orthopedic Surgeon requirements and qualifications:
- Previous working experience as an Orthopedic Surgeon for 3 year(s)
- Specialization degree or masters in Orthopedic Surgery
- Indepth knowledge of hand foot and spine surgery
- Superb dexterity and handeye coordination
- Outstanding patient management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills