Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon Talent Pipeline at CURE International Children's Hospitals

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Dec, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery, Musculoskeletal Assessment, Surgical Management, Patient Care, Medical Ethics, Quality Improvement, Training Activities, Surgical Techniques, Team Collaboration, Electronic Medical Record, Complication Management, Patient Safety, Research, Pre-Operative Planning, Consent Process, Mobile Clinics

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

CURE International is continually building a pipeline of qualified Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeons who may be interested in serving at one of our pediatric specialty hospitals in the future. While this posting does not represent an active job opening, we welcome the chance to connect with skilled, mission-minded professionals as needs arise across our network. POSITION OVERVIEW: The pediatric orthopedic surgeon is a specialist in pediatric orthopedic surgery and continues to further develop their expertise in this subspecialty. This individual is confident in the assessment and management of children with a range of musculoskeletal pathology. Operating under the guidance of fellowship-trained faculty, the pediatric orthopedic surgeon provides excellent surgical care to patients and ensures a high-level of safety for both patients and staff, adhering to all the quality standards of CURE. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Assess patients with musculoskeletal disability, taking and recording a salient history, examination and formulating an appropriate management plan including relevant investigations and surgical or non-operative management. Participate in traveling to mobile clinics in different parts of the country as organized by the hospital and assigned to by the head of orthopedics. Treat patients and families with care and respect, adhering to the highest standards of medical ethics. When surgical management is appropriate, undertaking careful consent, clarifying to the patient (where appropriate) and family member the nature of the procedure that is advised, the risks, possible alternatives and nature of anesthesia required. Create pre-operative plans for each surgery, discussing with fellow faculty members the surgical plans. Provide a high standard of surgical care, adhering to the highest standards of sterile operative technique while creating a cohesive team environment centered on safety and quality care. Record each step of patient care in the Electronic Medical Record and inpatient paper charts. Recognize complications that arise and respond appropriately, including discussing the event with the Medical Director and reporting it in the quarterly Morbidity and Mortality meetings. Ensure a high level of patient and staff safety is upheld at all times. Participate actively in the training activities of the hospital and willingly engage in quality improvement projects, audit and research. Update surgical techniques, instrumentation and implants dedicated to pediatric orthopedic surgery. In addition, all candidates should be familiar with the Statement of Faith and will be required to agree with the declarations of the Statement of Faith to be considered for this position. Please click here to read our Statement of Faith. This is a full-time, paid position that offers a salary with a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to, health and life insurance, relocation assistance, retirement, housing, in-country transportation, and annual paid leave.

Responsibilities

The pediatric orthopedic surgeon assesses and manages children with musculoskeletal pathologies, providing surgical care and ensuring patient safety. They also participate in training and quality improvement activities within the hospital.