Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon

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