What are the responsibilities and job description for the Orthopedic Surgeon position at South Shore Health?
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Requisition Number
R-19500
Facility
LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road Weymouth, MA 02190
Department Name
SSH Orthopedics HB 2PPK
Status
Full time
Budgeted Hours
40
Shift
Varied Shifts (United States of America)
Provides high quality care and treatment within the designated surgical specialty; Performs visits, procedures, surgeries, pre and post-operative and follow-up patient care within the outpatient and inpatient arenas to support the diagnosis and management of illnesses, diseases, traumas, and/or injuries.
Essential Functions
Minimum Education
Medical Doctor Degree; residency program
Minimum Work Experience
Meets requirements of South Shore Health medical staff bylaws.
Credentialed by SSH medical staff.
License/Certifications
MD or DO with the successful completion of an accredited residency and licensed in Massachusetts
Certified by the appropriate Board of their residency/fellowship training
ACLS certification.
M-F Day Shifts with variable call that includes occasional nights and weekends.
Responsibilities If Required
Education if Required:
Requisition Number
R-19500
Facility
LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road Weymouth, MA 02190
Department Name
SSH Orthopedics HB 2PPK
Status
Full time
Budgeted Hours
40
Shift
Varied Shifts (United States of America)
Provides high quality care and treatment within the designated surgical specialty; Performs visits, procedures, surgeries, pre and post-operative and follow-up patient care within the outpatient and inpatient arenas to support the diagnosis and management of illnesses, diseases, traumas, and/or injuries.
Essential Functions
- Provides direct patient care and supervision to patients undergoing clinical care and procedures as per guidelines and in accordance with licensure, credentialing, and privileging as a member of the medical staff of SSMC
- Ensures all services adhere to credentialing and privileging policy of the Hospital and its affiliates
- Involves the patient and, when appropriate, the patient's family members to explain diagnoses, plan of care, possible outcomes and any other information that should be shared with the patient family in accordance with HIPAA guidelines
- Adheres to documentation standards and policies
- Ensures the integrity of clinical care standards in accordance with the High Reliability Care Organization (HRO) culture
- Monitors, evaluates and acts to improve the quality of medical and surgical care
- Participates in initiatives and clinical research, as appropriate, that encourages the sharing of best practices, incorporates data feedback for objective analysis and promotes collaborative improvements
- Maintains awareness of new medical and surgical developments within the specialty area that directly benefits patient care through continuing medical education
- Provides input into patient care rendered by other disciplines outside the department, assuring adherence to acceptable medical care standards
- Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow colleagues to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment
- Maintains specialization within the specialty
Minimum Education
Medical Doctor Degree; residency program
Minimum Work Experience
Meets requirements of South Shore Health medical staff bylaws.
Credentialed by SSH medical staff.
License/Certifications
MD or DO with the successful completion of an accredited residency and licensed in Massachusetts
Certified by the appropriate Board of their residency/fellowship training
ACLS certification.
M-F Day Shifts with variable call that includes occasional nights and weekends.
Responsibilities If Required
Education if Required:
