Resident Medical Officer

Role & responsibilities

Patient Care:

Diagnose and treat patients presenting with various medical conditions.

• Conduct medical assessments, including physical examinations and patient histories.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as blood tests and imaging studies.
• Prescribe medications and develop treatment plans.
• Monitor the progress of patients and make adjustments to treatment as necessary.
• Provide appropriate referrals to specialists when required

• Clinical Rounds:
  
• Participate in clinical rounds with the medical team to discuss patient cases, treatment plans, and outcomes.
• Communicate effectively with other healthcare professionals, including nurses, specialists, and support staff, to ensure coordinated patient care

• Medical Records:
  
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including electronic health records (EHR).
• Document patient encounters, assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans

• Emergency Response:
  
• Respond to medical emergencies within the hospital, including code blue and code red situations.
• Administer life-saving interventions and assist in resuscitation efforts.

• Continuous Learning:
  
• Stay current with medical research, guidelines, and best practices.
• Engage in continuing medical education and professional development activities.

• Compliance and Ethics:
  
• Adhere to hospital policies, medical ethics, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and privacy.

Qualifications:

• Medical degree (MBBS or equivalent).
• Appropriate medical licensure or registration to practice medicine.
• Completion of internship and residency programs, if required.
• Strong clinical and diagnostic skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well in a team and under pressure.
• Commitment to patient safety and quality care.
• Willingness to work in shifts, including nights and weekends, as required by the hospital.