Physician (orthopedic Surgery)

Location Shiprock, NM (87420)
Job Type Full Time
Posted 21 days ago
Reposted Within last hour
Company Indian Health Service

The position is to serve as a technical expert within the specialty area of Orthopedic Surgery; the incumbent assumes responsibility for the diagnosis, care and treatment of patients.

  • Interviews and examines patients, reviews past medical history, and requests and/or performs diagnostic tests and examinations deemed necessary to obtain all appropriate information related to each case.
  • Makes preliminary diagnoses, directs, prescribes or provides treatment, or arranges for specialized care in the field of General Surgery or patient referral as required.
  • Provides urgent and emergency care as required.
  • Refers patients to appropriate contract medical or other government facilities.
  • Responds to acute emergency interventions, working closely in consultation with members of other medical departments.
  • Serves as an expert in the specialized area and assumes appropriate administrative duties as assigned by the supervisor.
  • Position is an INTERMITTENT position.