Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon at Cedarcrest Hospitals Limited Full Time

Job Title: Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon

Ref: HR-JD-27
Location: Nigeria
Custodian: Chief Executive Officer

Purpose of the Role

• The orthopaedic surgeon will examine, diagnose, and treat diseases and injuries to the musculoskeletal system.
• Prescribe course of treatment for patients with injuries, disorders, or malformations and perform requiredsurgery.
• He/she will work as a team with other members of staff to ensure that the highest standard of quality and service are maintained.

Key Performance Areas

• 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.
• Performing surgical procedures on various parts of the musculoskeletal system as a team.
• Referring patients to physical therapy, when necessary, or performing non-invasive 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 long-term care.
• Conducting research on defects, diseases, and disorders affecting the musculoskeletal system.
• And perform any other duties as may reasonably be required.

Hierarchy:

• This role reports to the Head of Orthopaedic and Traumatology.

Education, Certification And Experience Requirements

• M.B.B.S or equivalent
• FWACS (Trauma/Orthopaedics) or FMCOrth
• Certification – Full registration with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria and current annual Practicing License.
• Proficient with Healthcare Management Systems and Microsoft Office Suite .
• Candidates must possess NYSC discharge Certificate or Exemption letter. Proficient with Healthcare Management Systems and Microsoft Office Suite
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Highly motivated team player willing to go the extra mile
• Administrative training will be an advantage
• Five years of experience in general surgery
• Highly motivated team player willing to go the extra mile

Profile Requirements:

• Outstanding organizational and time management skills.
• Up-to-date with latest office gadgets and applications.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize daily workload.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Must be action oriented
• Discretion and confidentiality.
• This job description is not exhaustive and will evolve as the Company’s organizational needs change.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to: [email protected] using the Job Title and Code as the subject of the mail.