Medical Officer

Medical Officer

Overall purpose of the job:

Work as a member of the hospital medical team in the care of inpatients, outpatients, and the emergency room. Participate in the doctors’ on-call duty roster.

Roles Responsibilities:

• Responsible for patient care in wards, Out-Patient department, and the emergency room, serving both Leprosy and General patients.
• Diagnose and treat patients, especially those with leprosy, while maintaining accurate clinical documentation in both OPD and inpatient departments.
• Generate appropriate referral documents for patients requiring transfer to other medical facilities.
• Handle patient admissions, including the completion of medical records, case sheets, and forms, as well as patient discharges, with the necessary document completion.
• Conduct regular ward rounds and ulcer assessments, prescribing treatments and documenting patient records.
• Provide care and ward rounds for all admitted patients, including those with Leprosy, Surgical, Medical General Patients, and Emergency patients, even on weekends, public holidays, and at night.
• Fulfill night call duties as assigned, remaining within the hospital compound and ensuring easy accessibility for emergency cases.
• Attend weekly Doctors’ Meetings/Tutorials and present materials as requested by the Medical Superintendent.
• Attend satellite clinics, such as the Patan clinic, as per assignment. Participate in medical camps as needed.
• Be available for operation theatre duties when required.
• Ensure the hospital’s smooth operation by collaborating and coordinating with all departments.
• Any other job as assigned by the Line Manager.

JOB Specification:

• MBBS (or equivalent) from a recognized university, with registration from the Nepal Medical Council.
• Recent graduates are welcome to apply.
• Experience of one or two years as a hospital-based medical officer is advantageous.
• Proficiency in using medical software and technology.
• Commitment to ethical medical practices and patient confidentiality.
• Strong teamwork skills and a positive attitude.
• Awareness of gender sensitivity and knowledge of leprosy are considered assets.
• Flexibility with work hours, workload, tasks, and travel.
• Capability to stay updated with advancements in the field of specialization.
• Commitment to maintaining the highest standards in patient care and compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Willingness to participate in continuous professional development and training.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

Application ends: August 15, 2024