Visiting Consultant

Job Responsibilities

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITY To be able to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner To interact and communicate and develop good relations with other departments and ensure teamwork and co-operation amongst staff. To attend to patient’s complaints reported by the registrars or nursing staff as & when required To actively promotes practices that save company resources and minimize wastage.

To comply with hospital policies, Quality Standard, etc. To place high priority on achieving customer satisfaction. To be able to adhere to patient confidentiality, medical records management. To adhere to proper immunization, vaccination and maintain hand hygiene. CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITY To provide patient care via outpatient consultations and inpatient rounds as per the privileges bestowed.

To assess the patients on admission, take detailed history and physically examine the patient To analyze patient's medical history, medication allergies, physical condition, and examination results to verify operation's necessity and to determine best procedure. To examine patient to obtain information on medical condition and procedural risk.

To be responsible for sending the patient for the appropriate cross referrals & investigation To follow established techniques during the procedure To prescribe preoperative and post- procedure treatments and procedures, such as sedatives, diets, antibiotics and preparation and treatment of the patient's operative area To check the dosage, frequency, route of administrations of all medications, considering all precautions.

To continually monitor and review patient progress and adjust the management plan when necessary To complete the In-Patient rounds daily and fill the case sheets and progress notes without fail. To be responsible for providing adequate treatment to the patient as advised. To supervise/ coordinate with the nurses, residents, and other medical staff to ensure proper medical care to the patient To do patient/patient relative counselling and provide advice about diet, exercise, and other lifestyle matters To take appropriate initiatives in Medical Emergencies when required.

To prepare the discharge summaries and brief the patient about the medications on discharge. JOB SPECIFICATION Education: MBBS, Post Graduation/Superspecialisation in specialty. Registration: Registered under any state Medical Council recognized by MCI Knowledge & Skills Required: Knowledge of clinical principles, techniques and procedures for the delivery of effective patient care.

Good communication & interpersonal skills. Be proactive, punctual and empathetic