Orthopedic Arthroplasty Surgeon

University Medical Center of Southern Nevada•Las Vegas, NV

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About The Position

The Orthopedic Arthroplasty Surgeon treats patients requiring specialist orthopedic procedures for conditions such as scoliosis, dislocations, fractures, and damage to tendons, muscles, and ligaments. The surgeon consults with patients, discusses treatment options, provides treatment, oversees aftercare and physical therapy, and coordinates with other specialists when necessary. The role is with UMC, an academic medical center and the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District. UMC describes itself as Nevada’s only nonprofit Level I Trauma Center, Verified Burn Center, and Multi-Organ Transplant Center. The position is at-will and serves at the pleasure of the CEO.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited school of medicine.
Three years of clinical practice experience in orthopedic surgery and/or a subspecialty such as sports medicine, reconstructive surgery, shoulder and elbow reconstruction, trauma, or pediatrics.
Board certification or eligibility in Orthopedic Surgery.
Current, full, unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in Nevada.
Nevada Pharmacy Board license to prescribe medications.
DEA Controlled Substance Registration Certificate.
Board certification from the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery or the American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery.
Successful completion of a recognized orthopedic residency.
Successful completion of an accredited orthopedic arthroplasty fellowship.
Knowledge of human anatomy; adult and pediatric care, equipment, supplies, and practices; relevant laws, regulations, and accreditation standards; medical-care principles and practices; quality assurance and performance improvement; safety, patient rights, infection control, hazardous-material handling, emergency response, and age-specific patient care.
Ability to stand in one place and perform surgery for extended periods; read printed materials and a VDT screen; communicate effectively in person and by telephone; and exert up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Nice To Haves

Strong academic interest and experience preferred.
Some positions may require Basic Life Support (BLS) certification accepted by the American Heart Association; Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Advanced Life Support (ALS) accepted by the American Red Cross; Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP); or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).

Responsibilities

Consult with patients and discuss treatment options.
Treat patients requiring specialist orthopedic procedures.
Oversee patient aftercare and physical therapy.
Coordinate care with other specialists when necessary.
Perform surgical procedures to repair, salvage, or replace bones and joints and reconnect nerves to improve musculoskeletal health.
Provide effective medical care and develop care plans.
Assess and improve the effectiveness and efficiency of medical care through the hospital quality-improvement program.
Ensure services meet patients’ medical, social, and emotional needs while following sound health care resource allocation practices.
Develop goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
Apply leadership techniques and make effective decisions in stressful and emergency circumstances.
Solve problems and communicate with people from diverse socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with personnel encountered in the course of duties.
Use equipment efficiently, effectively, and safely.