Orthopedic Surgeon (Medical Specialist)

Overview

As a member of the military, Orthopedic Surgeons belong to the Medical Specialist occupation in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and provide trauma‑focused orthopedic surgical care for CAF members, whether at Canadian Forces Health Services Clinics/operating theatres or overseas during peacekeeping or humanitarian missions. They have the opportunity to be a leader within the CAF Health Services, as well as a mentor and educator to other Health Services personnel including Medical Officers, Nursing Officers, Physician Assistants, and Medical, Operating Room and Diagnostic Technicians.

Responsibilities

• Provide orthopedic consultation/care for CAF members in Canada.
• Lead a surgical or emergent care team in the management of injured and ill patients in Canada and in deployed settings, internationally.
• Educate and advise multidisciplinary teams on trauma and orthopedic care.
• Maintain a high level of clinical curre...