Category
| Responsibilities
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Patient Care and Diagnosis
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- Conducting comprehensive patient assessments and evaluations.
- Diagnosing conditions involving bones, joints, muscles, tendons,
and ligaments.
- Ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests such as X-rays, MRIs,
and CT scans.
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Surgical Procedures
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- Performing orthopedic surgeries, including joint replacements,
arthroscopic procedures, fracture repairs, and reconstructive surgeries.
- Implementing minimally invasive techniques when appropriate.
- Ensuring postoperative care and monitoring to prevent
complications.
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Treatment Planning and Management
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- Developing customized treatment plans for patients, including
non-surgical interventions.
- Administering therapies such as injections or recommending
physical therapy.
- Managing chronic musculoskeletal conditions.
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Consultation and Collaboration
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- Working with a multidisciplinary team, including physical
therapists, rehabilitation specialists, and radiologists.
- Consulting with general practitioners and other specialists for
complex cases.
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Patient Education and Support
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- Educating patients and their
families about their conditions and treatment options.
- Offering guidance on lifestyle
changes and preventive measures to improve outcomes.
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Professional Development
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- Stay updated on the latest
technologies, surgical techniques, and treatments in ophthalmology.
- Attend conferences and workshops
to maintain expertise and meet the SCFHS requirements for continuous
professional development.
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Administrative Duties
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- Maintain accurate medical records,
including patient histories, diagnoses, treatments, and surgical outcomes.
- Adhere to the ethical guidelines
and legal requirements set by the Ministry of Health (MOH) and SCFHS.
- Contribute to quality improvement
initiatives in the healthcare institution.
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