Orthopedic Surgeon Job Description Sample

Orthopedic Surgeon

[Intro paragraph] Hospitals and clinics looking for the best surgeons begin by introducing themselves with two or three sentences that tell job seekers a few things that make their medical facility unique and the value they bring to new employees. Take this opportunity to really make your hospital or surgery center shine, and set yourself apart from competing job postings.

Orthopedic Surgeon Job Responsibilities:

Examines, diagnoses, and treats diseases and injuries to the musculoskeletal system.
Prescribes course of treatment for patients with injuries, disorders, or malformations and performs required surgery.
Conducts and supervises direct patient care, including some non-surgical treatment options.
Plans and executes disease prevention and health promotion programs.
Exercises command of medical units as provided by law and regulations.
Conduct medical research on new injuries or diseases, and conducts, supervises, and participates in medical education and training of other medical personnel.
Participates in on-call schedule in a responsive and timely manner.
Provides outpatient consultation and hospital consultation services.
Maintains CME units based on the requirements of the specifying Board.
Maintains historical records by documenting symptoms, medications, and treatment events and writing summaries.
Enhances department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests and exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

[Work Hours & Benefits] Prospective surgeons will also want details on your working hours and benefits, like on-call schedule, patient loads, or any travel requirements. This is also the perfect time to highlight unique office perks and benefits like tuition or conference sponsorship, continuing education credits, or sabbatical and paid parental leave options.

Orthopedic Surgeon Qualifications / Skills:

Documentation skills
Analyzing information
Decision-making
Listening
Verbal communication
Patient services
Building relationships
Discretion
Bedside manner

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:

Completion of a residency in orthopedic surgery in an ACGME approved program
Current BC/BE in orthopedic surgery (American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery)
Valid state medical license as MD or DO
Valid DEA certificate
2 years’ experience working full-time as an orthopedic surgeon

[Call to Action] The goal of every job posting is to turn potential applicants into actual applicants. But how do you do it? With a well-crafted call to action that lets surgeons know exactly how to get in touch. Provide details about submitting an application, resume, and supporting documents, or you can simply tell them to click the “apply” button at the top of the posting.