Change Lives with CURE Ethiopia

CURE International is seeking an experienced pediatric orthopedic spine surgeon who is interested in playing a critical role in the development of a first-of-its-kind operative spinal program at its hospital in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. We are committed to finding the right person for this role; therefore, we will consider qualified candidates interested in either a full-time or part-time, flexible schedule. 

CURE is a faith-based non-profit organization operating a network of eight children’s hospitals throughout Africa and the Philippines. We provide world-class surgical care and intentional spiritual care to children living with treatable disabilities, all of which is free of charge to the patients and their families. 

The pediatric orthopedic spine surgeon will contribute to the important work of transforming the lives of many children who would otherwise face a lifetime of disability, pain and discrimination. We are seeking a missionally-aligned spine specialist who will embrace this unique opportunity and who possesses a desire to train the next generation of spine specialists in Ethiopia. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assess patients with musculoskeletal disability, taking and recording a salient history, examination and formulating an appropriate management plan including relevant investigations and surgical or non-operative management.
2. Diagnose and treat spinal disorders, identifying ways to preserve pain-free function through treatment and surgical intervention.
3. Participate in traveling to mobile clinics in different parts of the country as organized by the hospital and assigned to by the head of orthopedics.
4. Treat patients and families with care and respect, adhering to the highest standards of medical ethics.
5. When surgical management is appropriate, undertaking careful consent, clarifying to the patient (where appropriate) and family member the nature of the condition and procedure that is advised, the risks, possible alternatives and nature of anesthesia required.
6. Create pre-operative plans for each surgery, and where necessary, discuss with colleagues the surgical plans.
7. Provide a high standard of surgical care, adhering to the highest standards of sterile operative technique while creating a cohesive team environment centered on safety and quality care.
8. Record each step of patient care in the Electronic Medical Record and/or inpatient paper charts.
9. Recognize complications that arise and respond appropriately, including discussing the event with the Medical Director and reporting it in the quarterly Morbidity and Mortality meetings.
10. Ensure a high level of patient and staff safety is upheld at all times.
11. Participate actively in the training activities of the hospital and willingly engage in quality improvement projects, audit and research.
12. Be instrumental in developing the spine service at CURE Ethiopia that is safe and sustainable with training an integral part of the practice.
13. Actively participate in the development of a Spine training program to include teaching and mentoring of students, residents, and fellows.
14. Collaborate with international institutions to further support the development of a spine program.

REQUIRED SKILLS, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE:

1. Medical degree from a qualified, recognized medical institution.
2. Completed an accredited residency in orthopedic surgery.
3. Completed a pediatric orthopedic fellowship with training in spinal surgery.
4. Current and unrestricted medical license.
5. At least 3 years experience in a private or hospital practice.
6. Moderate ability with the English language required, fluency preferred.
7. Ability to communicate effectively and professionally across cultures and language barriers.
8. Strong interest in teaching and training.