Orthopedic Sports Medicine Surgeon

Description Specialization:Orthopaedic SurgeryJob Summary:Texas Orthopedic Hospital is seeking an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Surgeon to join it’s team of existing Orthopedic Specialists in Houston, Texas.Qualified Candidates:    Must be board certified or board eligible in orthopedicsAbility to obtain a Texas medical license or have a Texas medical license in good standingCandidates with experience or new fellows will be considered Physician Duties & Responsibilities: Meet with patients to assess their symptoms; inquire into the nature of their illness or injuryAccurately identify and diagnose medical conditionsThoroughly examine patients and attend to their chief complaintAnswer and advise on any other questions or concerns the patient might haveAssign appropriate treatment plan according to each patient's needsEducate and inform patient of necessary treatment plan and any follow-up appointmentsPerform clinical tests to better inform diagnosisPerform Office-based procedures Prescribe appropriate medicines or therapyCalculate correct medication dosage for each patient and educate on proper useOrder outside diagnostic tests and lab work as neededAnalyze and share results of diagnostic testing with patientContinually chart and maintain patient information on paper and in computer systemConduct follow-ups with patients to monitor and track their condition and progress About Texas Orthopedic HospitalTexas Orthopedic Hospital, a partially physician-owned facility, and an affiliate of HCA Houston Healthcare, is a global leader in orthopedic care and houses the internationally recognized physicians of Fondren Orthopedic Group. Texas Orthopedic Hospital physicians, colleagues and volunteers are committed to changing and improving the lives of patients by providing exceptional orthopedic care through innovative technology, ongoing outcomes research, and quality, cost-effective service. For more information, visit TexasOrthopedic.com. Additional Information: - Specialty: Orthopedic Surgery - General - Location: Houston, Texas 77030 - Contact: About the Company: One of the leading orthopedic specialty hospitals in the world, Texas Orthopedic Hospital is a respected center for specialty surgery, rehabilitation and sports medicine. Conveniently located just south of the largest medical centers in the nation, the hospital is dedicated to improving patient results by providing high-quality cost-effective care in an environment focused on wellness, mobility and quick recovery. The facility has newly expanded: four additional operating rooms, pre-operative and post-operative patient care areas, pain management and a new spine institute.