What are the responsibilities and job description for the Orthopaedic Surgeon position at HCA?
Description
Specialization:
Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine
Job Summary:
HCA Florida St. Petersburg Hospital is assisting in the recruitment of a Board-Certified Orthopedic Spine Surgeon to join a local private practice in Pinellas Park, FL.Duties:
• Patient exam/evaluations and consults (medical history, physical exam, review imaging/reports and tests)
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests/labs (MRIs)
• Referral for care/therapy when medically necessary (physical therapy, pain management, and chiropractic care)
• Diagnosis and treatment care plan formulation
• Patient education as to care plan/surgical options, therapies and modalities, and post care instructions
• Documentation and timely progress notes • Collaboration with the multispecialty team for comprehensive patient care
• Patient follow up and reexams
