Specialist Orthopaedic Surgery

Job Description

• Diagnose and assess patient’s injuries or diseases through diagnostic test, such as X-rays to look for broken bones or blood tests to check for rheumatoid arthritis.
• Administer, recommend and implement non-invasive treatments to address musculoskeletal problems.
• Cast and splint limbs, recommend rehabilitative exercises, or prescribe supplements and medications to strengthen joints or minimize pain.
• They may plate broken bones, reattach tendons and ligaments, or perform joint or hip replacements, among other procedure.
• Ensure that medical records are complete and accurate.
• Treat most muscles and skeletal problems including arthritis, congenital deformities, or trauma injuries.
• Orthopedic surgeons are the final port of call for bone-related injuries/diseases such as torn ligaments, ruptured discs, osteoporosis, sciatica, and bone tumor to mention but a few.
• Studying the medical history of patients to identify the pattern to a disorder.
• Carry out research to develop and improve on existing operating procedures and surgical technique
• Update families on the progress of treatment as well as steps necessary for recovery and create care plans for patients after surgery.
• They may refer patients to other healthcare professionals such as physiotherapist and physician/surgeons for additional medical care.
• Responsible to provide medical care by performing physical exams, designing treatment and therapeutic plans.
• Keep tracking of patient’s progress to determine what needs to be done.
• Often in-charge of the entire orthopedic department including the physician’s assistants, nurses and surgery technicians.