orthopedic surgeon

description Our client is hiring an experienced allaround Orthopaedic Surgeon In addition to an already visiting physician with a focus on knees and shoulders this new role would be adding other and more general scope of work This includes joint replacements arthroscopy and fracture repair and surgical or therapeutic treatment and repair of any injuries or illnesses to the musculoskeletal disorder including back spine hips and wrists Full OT materials and fitout are present in the medical complex As there is no emergency room or ICU the traumatology scope of work has no place here 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 Researching defects diseases and disorders affecting the musculoskeletal system