Specialist Orthopedics

Position Overview:To provide comprehensive service and support to the orthopaedics consultants in Clinics and Surgeries when providing in-patient care for orthopaedics patients in King’s College Hospital/Clinics.The post-holder will:be responsible for coordinating the day-to-day care and medical management of orthopaedics in-patients at King’s College HospitalSupport in managing a caseload which includes a wide range of medical health conditions within King’s College Hospital/Clinics facilities. This will include inpatient and day case treatments, and out-patient work. ensure the highest standards of care for all patients. To adhere to the manifesto of care expected of all physicians at King’s College Hospital/Clinics Key Accountabilties:ClinicalInvestigate and manage patients attending and admitted to King’s College Hospital/Clinics -., under the supervision of the consultant orthopaedics, across a range of medical specialties. Under Supervision of Consultants will diagnose and treat patients according to established standards of best practice.Review the results of all investigations in a timely fashion and modify treatment as required.Liaise with senior clinicians with regard to decision making for in-patient care including carrying out care plans. Conduct daily ward rounds of orthopaedics in-patients with the consultant. Review patients on a regular basis in accordance with the plan of care made on the ward round.Perform clinical duties under the supervision of the admitting consultant and maintain regular communication with regard to patient management decisions.Clinical Governance & Personal DevelopmentAttend all relevant clinical meetings unless on approved leave. Participate fully in all aspects of clinical governance making a significant contribution to clinical audit and risk management activities.Take an active role in identifying and reporting clinical risk.Contribute to standard setting within the organisation. Follow Good Medical Practice guidance as issued by the UAE medical health authorities and the UK General Medical Council. AdministrativeEffectively manage own time, workload and resources. Comply with the UAE medical health authorities’ requirements in order to maintain medical licence.Contribute to the development and maintenance of computer-based patient records. Ensure confidentiality in all aspects of data management relating to patients, carers, colleagues, and other healthcare workers.Maintain business confidentiality outside the organisation with respect to financial, clinical and administrative activities of King’s College Hospital/Clinics -..ManagerialAssist the Clinical/Medical Director and CMO with recruitment of new staff when required. Assume other administrative or clinical duties as neededBe willing to deputise and delegate when appropriate.Support colleagues with the smooth running of the hospital by providing cover and assistance, during periods of absence.Welcome calls (although infrequent) from the management team, and physician on duty while out of working hours.Participate in an on-call rota for King’s College Hospital/Clinics -..Assist in the financial management of King’s College Hospital/Clinics -. by:Working effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients’ needs. Utilising the organisation’s resources appropriately and efficiently.Whilst at all times looking ensuring the delivery of high-quality care to agreed standards continually review working practices to provide the most efficient use of resources.Quality Strive to maintain quality in clinical care, alert other team members to issues of quality, and participate in quality improvement activity. Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on personal and team activities and identifying potential improvements.Adhere to Hospital Policies and Procedures e.g. JCI, Code Blue, infection control, working hours and overtime.Comply with Health and Safety Regulations, ensuring safe working practices in a safe working environmentCommunicationRecognise the importance of effective communication with patients, carers, and other team members Recognise the need for alternative methods of communication in individuals and respond accordingly. Training & Medical Education:The applicant will be expected to take an active role in teaching and training To contribute to regular CME events in the organisation.Other ResponsibilitiesPerform any additional duties reasonably assigned by the organization or line manager, even if not explicitly listed in this job description, to meet operational needs and support specific objectives of your department and organizationComply with all organizational and departmental policies, procedures, legal requirements, and applicable regulations at all times, and take personal responsibility to read, understand, follow and keep updated with the latest versions.Avoid and report any actions that may cause financial loss, reputational damage, or breach of trust to the organization, including fraud, dishonesty, or misrepresentation, which may result in disciplinary action, termination, and legal liability.Maintain confidentiality of all organizational, patient, client, and employee information in accordance with policies and laws.Education & QualificationUAE Medical Health Authority License (DHA).MBBS & Master’s degree in OrthopedicsCCT or completion of a recognized specialist training program is preferable.ExperienceMinimum 2-3 years of clinical practice in similar setup post Maste'rs degree