Orthopedic Surgeon

Jalaram Medical Services, operating under the 50-year-old Satsang Mandal, began as an outpatient service in 2004. Satsang Mandal is known for various charitable programs like Jaipur Foot & Wheelchair and the Jalaram Chakula Feeding Programme.

The successful candidate will be an experienced, highly skilled, and patient-focused Orthopedic Surgeon responsible for diagnosing, treating, and managing various musculoskeletal conditions, orthopedic injuries, and disorders. The ideal candidate should possess strong clinical and surgical expertise, with proven proficiency in arthroscopic procedures and day-care surgeries, and be dedicated to upholding high standards of clinical excellence, patient safety, ethical practice, and collaborative healthcare.

1. Diagnose, assess, and manage a broad range of musculoskeletal conditions, fractures, orthopedic injuries, and related disorders.
2. Perform orthopedic surgical procedures, including arthroscopic surgeries and other relevant interventions.
3. Demonstrate proficiency in arthroscopic procedures and day-care surgeries.
4. Provide comprehensive pre-operative assessments, surgical planning, and post-operative management to ensure optimal patient recovery.
5. Develop and implement appropriate treatment plans, including surgical and non-surgical interventions.
6. Monitor patients' progress, evaluate treatment outcomes, and adjust management plans accordingly.
7. Work collaboratively with other medical specialists, nurses, and allied healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and effective patient care.
8. Maintain accurate, complete, and timely clinical documentation in accordance with professional and institutional standards.
9. Participate in clinical audits, morbidity and mortality reviews, quality improvement initiatives, and other clinical governance activities.
10. Provide clinical guidance and mentorship to junior medical staff and other healthcare professionals where necessary.
11. Maintain continuous professional development and remain updated on current orthopedic surgical techniques, innovations, and best practices.
12. Uphold professional ethics, patient confidentiality, infection prevention standards, and patient safety requirements.

1. Hold a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) degree from a recognized university.
2. Possess a postgraduate specialist qualification in Orthopedic Surgery recognized by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC).
3. Have valid registration with KMPDC as a Specialist Orthopedic Surgeon.
4. Maintain a current and valid KMPDC annual practicing license.
5. A minimum of five (5) years of relevant clinical and surgical experience following specialist recognition is required.
6. Demonstrate experience and competence in orthopedic surgical procedures, particularly arthroscopic and day-care surgeries.
7. Proven ability to independently assess, diagnose, manage, and treat complex orthopedic conditions.
8. Exhibit strong clinical decision-making, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
9. Possess excellent interpersonal, communication, leadership, and teamwork skills.
10. Demonstrate commitment to patient-centered care, professional ethics, clinical governance, and continuous quality improvement.