Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric
Diagnose and perform surgery to treat and prevent rheumatic and other diseases in the musculoskeletal system.
Sample of reported job titles:
General Surgeon, Hand Surgeon, Orthopaedic Surgeon, Orthopedic Surgeon, Physician, Surgeon
Occupation-Specific Information
Tasks
- Analyze patient's medical history, medication allergies, physical condition, and examination results to verify operation's necessity and to determine best procedure.
- Conduct research to develop and test surgical techniques that can improve operating procedures and outcomes related to musculoskeletal injuries and diseases.
- Diagnose bodily disorders and orthopedic conditions and provide treatments, such as medicines and surgeries, in clinics, hospital wards, or operating rooms.
- Diagnose or treat disorders of the musculoskeletal system.
- Direct and coordinate activities of nurses, assistants, specialists, residents, and other medical staff.
Technology Skills
- Graphics or photo imaging software:Computer imaging software
- Human resources software:Human resources management system HRMS
- Medical software:Electronic medical record EMR software,Epic Systems,Image-guided surgery software,Integra Radionics NeuroSight Arc,Medical laser control software,MEDITECH software,Practice management software PMS,Robotic surgery software,Three-dimensional 3D virtual surgery software
- Operating system software:Microsoft Windows
Occupational Requirements
Detailed Work Activities
- Advise medical personnel regarding healthcare issues.
- Analyze patient data to determine patient needs or treatment goals.
- Analyze test data or images to inform diagnosis or treatment.
- Assist healthcare practitioners during surgery.
- Conduct research to increase knowledge about medical issues.
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