Orthopedics Physician
Veterans Health Administration
Jackson, MS, 39216, USA
Jackson, MS, 39216, USA
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- orthopedic surgeon
- patient care
- musculoskeletal treatment
An orthopedic surgeon conducts comprehensive patient evaluations, including histories and physical exams, for both inpatients and outpatients. They provide continuous care, review patient progress, and order and interpret diagnostic tests such as laboratory and radiological exams. Their primary role is to diagnose and treat musculoskeletal conditions through surgical and non-surgical methods.
Major Duties/Responsibilities:
- The orthopedic surgeon performs initial and interim histories and physical examinations on inpatients and outpatients.
- The orthopedic surgeon provides ongoing inpatient and outpatient care for assigned patients and regularly reviews care.
- The orthopedic surgeon orders routine laboratory, radiological, and diagnostic tests on patients assigned to services and provides initial and ongoing interpretations of results.




