Deputy Medical Superintendent

Job Title: Deputy Medical Superintendent

• Supervise day-to-day clinical operations and coordinate with departments to ensure smooth service delivery.
• Ensure medical services are in line with hospital protocols and healthcare regulations.
• Work closely with the Medical Superintendent in implementing clinical governance strategies.
• Manage doctors duty rosters, leave schedules, and manpower planning.

2. Patient Care & Quality Assurance

• Monitor patient care delivery processes, including timely rounds and medical record documentation.
• Handle critical patient cases and grievances as required.
• Support quality improvement initiatives like NABH, JCI, or other accreditation processes.

3. Compliance & Policy Implementation

• Ensure adherence to statutory requirements under Clinical Establishment Act, Biomedical Waste Management Rules, etc.
• Implement infection control protocols and monitor clinical safety measures.
• Maintain medico-legal records and ensure readiness for audits and inspections.

4. Team Supervision & Coordination

• Act as a liaison between clinical staff and hospital management.
• Support training and CME programs for junior doctors and paramedical staff.
• Provide leadership during emergencies, disaster drills, or outbreaks.

5. Data Management & Reporting

• Monitor and analyze hospital MIS reports and clinical KPIs.
• Report to the Medical Superintendent on daily operations and critical incidents.

Qualifications:

• Education

  : MBBS or BDS (Mandatory); Postgraduate qualification in Hospital Administration or Healthcare Management is desirable.

• Experience

  : Minimum 2 to 4 years in a hospital administration role, preferably as an

  Assistant Medical Superintendent

  or equivalent.

• Certifications

  : Exposure to NABH, JCI, or other hospital quality standards is preferred.

Key Skills:

• Strong leadership and decision-making ability
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Sound understanding of hospital operations and patient care protocols
• Analytical mindset with ability to interpret clinical and operational data
• Knowledge of regulatory and accreditation frameworks