Full-Time

Orthopedic Surgeon

Posted on Sep 22

The Hospital For Sick Children (Sick Kids)

Toronto, ON

Specialist in Laboratory Medicine Specific Skills

Supervise laboratory activities; Study the nature, cause and development of diseases and the structural and functional changes caused by diseases

Specialist in Surgery Specific Skills

Assess patients' diseases or disorders to determine appropriate surgical procedures; Perform and supervise surgical procedures to correct physical abnormalities and deficiencies and repair injuries

Specialist in Clinical Medicine Specific Skills

Order laboratory tests, X-rays and other diagnostic procedures; Prescribe medication and treatment and refer patients for surgery

Personal Suitability

Initiative; Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Accurate; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Client focus; Interpersonal awareness; Dependability; Judgement; Values and ethics; Reliability; Organized

Work Location Information Urban area

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Repetitive tasks; Physically demanding; Manual dexterity; Attention to detail; Hand-eye co-ordination; Ability to distinguish between colours; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Standing for extended periods; Walking; Bending, crouching, kneeling; Large workload; Tight deadlines; Overtime required

Own Tools/Equipment Mask; Computer; Printer; Cellular phone; Pager

Security and Safety

Bondable; Child abuse registry check; Medical exam; Drug test; Immunization records; Tuberculosis test; Eligible for professional liability insurance; Criminal record check; Basic security clearance; Enhanced reliability security clearance

Specialization in Surgery Pediatrics; Orthopedics

Specialization in Clinical Medicine Pediatrics

Work Setting Hospital (staff position)

Additional Skills

Prepare research papers for publication and presentation; Conduct medical research

Specific Skills

Diagnose disorders of the spine and other body joints

Experience 5 years or more

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada Certification Examination

Education

Degree in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine or optometry

Languages English

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