OverviewOrthopedic Surgeons in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) provide trauma-focused orthopedic surgical care for CAF members at Canadian Forces Health Services Clinics, operating theatres, and overseas during peacekeeping or humanitarian missions. They can become leaders within CAF Health Services and mentor Health Services personnel such as Medical Officers, Nursing Officers, Physician Assistants, and various technicians.ResponsibilitiesProvide orthopedic consultation and care for CAF members across Canada.Lead surgical or emergent care teams managing injured and ill patients in Canada and in deployed settings.Educate and advise multidisciplinary teams on trauma and orthopedic care.Maintain a high level of clinical currency by holding a position within a civilian health care facility.Contribute to the development and application of health care policies within the CAF.Work EnvironmentOrthopedic Surgeons are embedded as staff in tertiary care civilian hospitals, providing consultative services to Canadian Forces Health Services Clinics. They participate in education, training, and research nationally and internationally. They belong to a Canadian Field Hospital and maintain operational readiness through annual military skills training and field exercises.



Deployment to unique and challenging clinical environments on domestic and international operations may be required.EligibilityDirect Entry: Candidates must be members of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada with an unrestricted licence to practise Orthopedic Surgery in a Canadian province or territory.Training & DevelopmentInitial training includes Basic Military Officer Qualification (BMOQ) and Basic Medical Officer Course (BMOC). Orthopedic Surgeons also attend Environmental Training and may pursue speciality fellowships or postgraduate degrees. Advanced training opportunities include Mobile Surgical Resuscitation Team, Forward Acute Care Resuscitation Team Training, War Surgery Courses, Definitive Surgical Trauma Care Course, Advanced Surgical Skills for Exposure in Trauma, Medical Education and Simulation, and Military and health care leadership.Part-Time / Reserve OptionsMedical Specialists may join the Health Services Reserves, working part time while maintaining a civilian position. They receive training, may volunteer for deployment, and are paid at 92.8 % of Regular Force rates. Core responsibilities include providing health care services to CAF members, teaching clinical skills, and participating in field exercises. They may also pursue part‐time opportunities in various specialties. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Orthopedic Surgeon (Medical Specialist) (Montreal)
🏢 Canadian Armed Forces | Forces armées canadiennes
📍 Montreal