Orthopedic Surgeon- Foot and Ankle

Description

Colorado isn’t a sit-down kind of state, and the team at Orthopedic Centers of Colorado understands this better than anyone! Our orthopedic specialists have a true passion for the active Colorado lifestyle, and it fuels our approach to help each patient achieve their personal best.

We are currently seeking a dynamic, experienced foot and ankle orthopedic surgeon to join our treatment teams located throughout the Denver metro area. We are one of the largest orthopedic centers in Colorado and growing. If you want to be a part of a team where bi-directional feedback, innovation, and patient outcomes are paramount, join us today!

• Examine, diagnose, treat, and perform surgery on patients who have disorders, malformations, diseases, and injuries of the musculoskeletal system
• Plan and execute disease-prevention and health-promotion programs
• Pursue medical research on diseases
• Conduct, supervise, and participate in training of personnel needed to sustain a robust and readily available medical system
• Maintain accurate records of patient profiles, treatments, and progress
• Make referrals to physical therapists or other specialists, as needed
• Interview patients to gather information on medical history, allergies, and lifestyle
• Diagnose patients using specialized equipment for identifying bone fractures or defects
• Perform surgical procedures to realign fractured bones and torn ligaments or to replace joints
• Prescribe medications and supplements, as needed, and make diet, hygiene, lifestyle, and exercise recommendations to boost healing process
• Provide surgical assistance and consultation to medical doctors and general practitioners
• Delegate tasks and coordinate activities of nurses and other medical staff

REQUIRED

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Doctor of osteopathic medicine (DO) or Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree, or equivalent, and successful five-year residency in orthopedic surgery
• Board certification for practice of orthopedic surgery
• Current licensure in good standing
• Proven success with relevant surgical procedures and nonsurgical treatments
• Analytical mindset, medical dexterity, and patient-centered focus
• Ability to communicate information sensitively to patients and their families

DESIRED

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Availability for call schedule
• Growth mindset and understanding of private practice