Orthopedics Physician
Veterans Health Administration
Nashville, TN, 37201, USA
Nashville, TN, 37201, USA
- Healthcare
- orthopedic surgery
- clinical evaluation
- patient treatment
The Orthopedics Physician provides clinical and surgical evaluation, treatment, and management of orthopedic patients, including complex surgeries. They supervise residents, staff orthopedic clinics, participate in committees, and ensure timely medical recordkeeping. The role involves both inpatient and outpatient orthopedic services within a veteran healthcare setting.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF ASSIGNED DUTIES
This physician provides clinical and surgical evaluation and treatment of orthopedic
patients along with complex orthopedic surgeries.
FUNCTIONS OR SCOPES OF PRACTICE
Primarily responsible for providing Orthopedic care to veterans both clinically and
surgically. Responsible for resident supervision per VA guidelines. Responsible for
staffing Orthopedic clinics. Attendance at staff meetings and participation on
committees as assigned. Responsible for performing surgical procedures pertaining
to Orthopedics. Responsible for timely medical records, including computer
order/entry. Responsible for inpatient and outpatient Orthopedic services. Supports
Section Chief, Chief, Surgical Service and TVHS in obtaining Performance
Measures. Responsible for completing all VA mandatory and assigned educational
trainings.
This physician provides clinical and surgical evaluation and treatment of orthopedic
patients along with complex orthopedic surgeries.
FUNCTIONS OR SCOPES OF PRACTICE
Primarily responsible for providing Orthopedic care to veterans both clinically and
surgically. Responsible for resident supervision per VA guidelines. Responsible for
staffing Orthopedic clinics. Attendance at staff meetings and participation on
committees as assigned. Responsible for performing surgical procedures pertaining
to Orthopedics. Responsible for timely medical records, including computer
order/entry. Responsible for inpatient and outpatient Orthopedic services. Supports
Section Chief, Chief, Surgical Service and TVHS in obtaining Performance
Measures. Responsible for completing all VA mandatory and assigned educational
trainings.




