Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon

Location: Lekki, Lagos

Department/Division/Unit: Surgery

Job Objective/Purpose:

The Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon will provide expert care for all orthopaedic cases, ensuring the standardization and streamlining of orthopaedic care practices across the department.

Reporting Relationships:

Functionally Reports To: Chief of Surgery

Administratively Reports To: Chief of Surgery

Supervises: Medical officers and nurses

Working Relationships:

Internal: Other consultants, medical officers, directors, and nursing staff

External: Clients, patients, and their relatives

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide care and management for orthopaedic patients, both in outpatient and inpatient settings.
• Develop and adhere to clinical practice guidelines.
• Conduct ward rounds and specialist outpatient clinics.
• Provide case reporting and documentation.
• Perform other duties as required by the department.
  
  
  

Education and Qualifications:

• Education: MBBS or its equivalent
• Professional Training: Residency in Surgery from a recognized institution
• Licensing: Valid medical practice license
• Professional Qualification: Fellowship of the National Postgraduate Medical College in Surgery or equivalent
  
  
  

Experience:

A minimum of 1 year post-residency experience is desirable.

Key Competencies:

Functional/Technical:

• Strong orthopaedic surgical skills
• Basic life support skills
• Teaching and supervisory skills (for medical officers and nurses)
  
  
  

Managerial:

• Service-oriented, courteous, and a team player
• Ability to multitask and manage time efficiently
• Ability to work under pressure, demonstrate leadership, and solve problems effectively
• Computer literacy
  
  
  

Behavioral:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  
  
  

Work Cycle (Hours/Days):

• Monday to Friday: 8:30 AM 6:00 PM
• Saturdays: As per departments duty schedule
• Call duty and weekend coverage as per the departments rotation.
  
  
  

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package
• Health insurance coverage
• Continuing medical education opportunities
• Professional development and training
• Paid leave (annual, sick leave, etc.)
• A supportive and collaborative work environment
  
  
  

How to Apply:

Qualified candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to https://www.mysigma.io/jobs/consultant-orthopaedic-surgeon/ with the subject line: "Application for Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon".










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