Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon

About this role

Bergstein Hospital in Ikorodu, Lagos, is looking for a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon. The role involves delivering specialist consultations, assessments and treatment plans, managing patients with acute and chronic conditions, ordering and reviewing investigations, performing procedures within your scope, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care. You will maintain confidential records, educate patients and families, uphold ethics and safety standards, and contribute to improvements in clinical services and outcomes. Suitable candidates will be experienced in orthopaedics with strong diagnostic and communication skills and a patient-focused approach.

What you would do

• Provide specialist consultations, assessments, diagnoses and treatment plans
• Manage patients with acute and chronic conditions and provide follow-up care
• Request, interpret and review diagnostic investigations
• Perform specialist procedures and interventions within your competence
• Collaborate with other consultants, nurses and healthcare professionals
• Maintain accurate, confidential and up-to-date medical records
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment options and prevention
• Uphold professional ethics and patient safety standards
• Contribute to continuous improvement of clinical services and patient outcomes

What they are asking for

• Recognised medical degree (MBBS or equivalent)
• Postgraduate specialist qualification in orthopaedics
• Current MDCN registration and valid practising licence
• Relevant specialist registration and credentials as applicable
• Demonstrable clinical experience in orthopaedics
• Strong diagnostic, communication and clinical decision-making skills
• Compassionate, professional and patient-focused approach

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