Job Purpose
The Resident Doctor/Registrar will provide comprehensive medical and surgical care to patients across various groups, diagnosing and managing both acute and chronic conditions. This role includes presenting cases under the supervision of senior consultants and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. The role holder will also be performing medical and surgical procedures, ensuring patient safety, and contributing to clinical education and research activities
Core Responsibilities
Patient Care and Clinical Excellence
- Perform initial patient assessments, including history-taking, physical examination, and diagnostic testing.
- Diagnose and manage a wide variety of medical and surgical conditions, making decisions based on clinical evidence.
- Develop, implement, and monitor treatment plans, adjusting as necessary based on patient progress.
- Administer medications, perform minor and major surgical procedures, and provide post-operative care.
- Ensure timely and accurate documentation of patient interactions, including treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
- Collaborate with medical and nursing staff to ensure smooth patient flow and provide comprehensive care.
- Ensure patient safety and adhere to hospital protocols, including infection control measures, during all medical and surgical interventions.
- Provide emergency medical and surgical interventions as required, including managing acute medical conditions.
- Maintain and enhance hospital standards by actively contributing to quality improvement initiatives and audits.
Emergency Care and Response
- Rapidly evaluate patients to determine severity of condition to prioritize care, allocate resources, and ensure timely interventions.
- Perform life-saving procedures (e.g., CPR, intubation) to stabilize critically ill patients and prevent further deterioration.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests (e.g., labs, imaging to quickly identify underlying conditions and guide treatment.
- Manage shock, trauma, or medical emergencies to restore vital functions, prevent organ failure, and optimize patient outcomes.
- Collaborate with emergency teams, provide clear handover to ensure seamless transitions, prevent errors, and maintain continuity of care.
- Guide junior team members in interpreting lab results, imaging, and other diagnostic tools.
Patient Education and Advocacy
- Educate patients and their families about their conditions, treatment options, potential side effects, and preventive care.
- Promote patient-centered care and involve patients in decision-making processes.
- Address patient concerns with compassion and provide emotional support throughout treatment.
- Advocate for patient access to advanced treatments and palliative care services.
Teaching and Education
- Participate in continuing medical education (CME) activities to stay updated on the latest medical and surgical advancements.
- Participate in ward rounds, clinical discussions, and multidisciplinary team meetings.
- Present clinical cases during educational rounds or seminars.
- Contribute to research activities, including data collection, analysis, and publication of findings.
- Encourage a learning culture within the medical team, fostering a collaborative and knowledge-sharing environment.