Job Duties & Responsibilities:
Medical Examination and Diagnosis:
- Conduct thorough physical examinations of patients.
- Review medical histories and records.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests (such as blood tests, imaging studies, etc.).
- Provide accurate and timely diagnoses.
Treatment Planning and Implementation:
- Develop and implement treatment plans for patients based on their diagnoses.
- Prescribe medications and other therapeutic interventions.
- Perform medical procedures when necessary.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Discharging clinical duties in the hospital by conducting; ward rounds, OPDs and providing emergency cover.
- Stays on call for emergency cases and critically ill patients and be immediately summoned to the hospital when required.
Patient Consultation:
- Communicate with patients to explain diagnoses, treatment plans, and potential outcomes.
- Address patient concerns and answer questions.
- Provide education on maintaining health and preventing illness.
Record Keeping:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records for each patient through Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
- Document patient encounters, diagnoses, treatments, and follow-up care.
Collaboration with Healthcare Team:
- Work closely with nurses, specialists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and treatment plans.
Continuing Medical Education:
- Stay current with medical knowledge, advancements, and best practices.
- Attend conferences, seminars, and workshops to enhance skills and knowledge.
Emergency Care:
- Respond to medical emergencies within the hospital.
- Provide urgent and critical care as needed.
Adherence to Ethical and Legal Standards:
- Adhere to medical ethics and legal standards in patient care.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and privacy.
Quality Improvement:
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and safety.
- Stay informed about and contributes to hospital policies and procedures.
Teaching and Supervision:
- In academic hospitals, physicians may be involved in teaching and supervising medical students, residents, and other healthcare professionals.
It’s important to note that the specific duties and expectations may vary based on the physician’s specialty (e.g., internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, etc.) and the hospital’s size and specialization. Additionally, physicians may be required to comply with hospital-specific policies and protocols.
Qualifications:
- MBBS/FCPS, qualified or relevant degree from recognized center.
- Experience in relevant field.
- Educated with fluency in English, Pashto, Urdu
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work as part of a team and demonstrate flexibility, motivation, and maturity