Summary
SEHA is hiring a Specialist Orthopedic Surgeon to diagnose and treat hip and knee disorders and provide surgical and rehabilitation care. The role includes primary and revision joint replacements, minimally invasive procedures, arthroscopies, outpatient clinics, inpatient consultations, and multidisciplinary care. The surgeon will supervise and teach junior staff, document care in SEHA’s electronic medical record systems, and contribute to quality and safety initiatives. Applicants need an MBBS or equivalent, orthopedic residency and hip and knee fellowship training, recognized board and subspecialty credentials, and at least 5 years of post-board consultant experience; a valid DOH Consultant License or eligibility to obtain one is required.
The posting
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Job Purpose:
To provide expert surgical care in the diagnosis, management, and rehabilitation of hip and knee disorders, including joint preservation, replacement, and revision surgeries. The Consultant will deliver advanced orthopedic services in alignment with SEHA’s standards for quality, safety, and patient-centered care.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
Evaluate and treat patients with a wide range of hip and knee conditions, including osteoarthritis, avascular necrosis, fractures, deformities, and ligamentous injuries.
Perform specialized procedures such as total hip and knee replacements, revision arthroplasty, minimally invasive joint surgeries, and arthroscopies.
Manage preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative care, ensuring optimal recovery and rehabilitation.
Collaborate with physical therapists, pain specialists, rheumatologists, and other specialists as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Conduct outpatient clinics, provide inpatient consultations, and lead orthopedic surgical rounds.
Supervise junior surgeons, residents, and allied health professionals; contribute to clinical teaching and skills development.
Ensure accurate documentation in SEHA’s electronic medical record systems, including operative reports, clinical notes, and discharge summaries.
Participate in quality assurance, morbidity and mortality reviews, and continuous clinical improvement initiatives.
Adhere to SEHA and DOH policies regarding patient safety, surgical protocols, infection control, and ethical standards.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Medical Degree (MBBS or equivalent) from an accredited institution.
Residency in Orthopedic Surgery and fellowship training in Hip and Knee Surgery or Arthroplasty.
Board Certification in Orthopedic Surgery (e.g., American Board, FRCS, Arab Board, or equivalent) with recognized subspecialty credentials in Hip & Knee Reconstruction.
Valid DOH Consultant License in Orthopedic Surgery or eligibility to obtain it.
Experience:
Minimum 5 years of post-board certification experience as an Orthopedic Consultant with a dedicated focus on hip and knee procedures.
Proven experience in complex primary and revision joint arthroplasty.