Physician - Orthopedic Surgeon

77 consultants; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

77 consultants in San Diego, California, is looking for a physician specializing in Orthopedic Surgery. The role includes conducting examinations and establishing treatment plans, supervising healthcare professionals, and providing comprehensive patient care.

Must possess an active physician license, have completed residency and fellowship training, and maintain relevant life support certifications. The position requires availability for on-call duties and offers a Monday to Friday work schedule.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted physician license from a U.S. state or territory.
• Minimum one year of supervised clinical experience post-degree.
• Completion of fellowship training in Foot and Ankle required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive physician services per MTF privileges.
• Educate and supervise fellow healthcare professionals.
• Conduct examinations and establish treatment plans.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Diagnostic proficiency

Mentoring medical personnel

Patient education

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or equivalent

American Board of Orthopedic Surgery certification

Residency in Orthopedic Surgery

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Job description

Core Responsibilities

• Provide a comprehensive range of physician services per the privileges authorized by the Military Treatment Facility (MTF).
• Educate and supervise fellow healthcare professionals within the scope of clinical privileges, including directing training sessions and in-service education.
• Conduct examinations, diagnose conditions, and establish treatment plans within the limits of training, experience, and privileges.
• Deliver preventive care and health maintenance, encompassing annual health assessments, promotion of positive health practices, and self-care skills through targeted counseling and education.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests as necessary, and coordinate consultations or referrals with relevant specialists or healthcare resources.
• Exhibit technical proficiency in mentoring medical personnel, contributing educational lectures, and facilitating training for clinic staff in accordance with established government and clinical standards.

Schedule

Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 0700-1600 (8.5-hour shifts).

On-Call Requirements

• Availability from 0000-2359, seven days a week.
• Minimum of two overnight calls per month and one weekend call every three months.
• Overnight call coverage defined as availability from 1600 to 0700 the following day.
• Weekend call defined as continuous availability from 0700 Friday to 0700 Monday.
• Following a weekend call, on Monday from 0700 to 1600, the contractor must provide post-call coverage for operational cases and complete clinical documentation and administrative responsibilities.
• Total on-call hours limited to 576 annually, with a minimum of two overnight shifts per month.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), or equivalent qualifications from an accredited institution in the U.S. or Canada. Degrees from foreign schools must meet U.S. accreditation equivalency, evidenced by certification from the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) or equivalent.
• Licensure: Active, unrestricted physician license from a U.S. state, D.C., Puerto Rico, or a U.S. territory.
• Graduate Training: At least one year of supervised clinical experience post-degree, through a one-year internship or the first year of a residency in a judiciously accredited institution.
• Specialization: Completion of an accredited residency in Orthopedic Surgery, with no substitution of experience for this training; and completion of fellowship training in Foot and Ankle, with no experience substitutes allowed.
• Board Certification: Must have American Board of Orthopedic Surgery certification and maintain this status throughout employment with the NMCSD.
• Life Support Certifications: Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) through American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC).