DUTY DOCTOR

Job Description

Job Title: Duty Doctor Department: Medical Services Location: Jabalpur Hospital & Research Centre Reporting To: Chief Medical Officer / Medical Superintendent Job Summary: The Duty Doctor will be responsible for providing round-the-clock medical supervision to patients, managing emergency cases, assisting consultants, ensuring continuity of care, and coordinating with nursing and paramedical staff for smooth functioning of the hospital. Key Responsibilities: Patient Care: Monitor patients' condition and progress regularly. Carry out daily clinical rounds and update treatment sheets. Attend to emergency and ICU patients promptly. Coordinate and assist consultants during rounds and procedures. Emergency Response: Be the first responder in case of any medical emergency. Perform CPR, intubation, and other life-saving interventions as needed. Arrange for investigations and initiate treatment protocols in emergencies. Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records. Ensure timely completion of admission, discharge, and referral notes. Verify and sign diagnostic and treatment reports. Coordination & Communication: Liaise with nursing staff for execution of treatment plans. Communicate with patient attendants in a polite and professional manner. Ensure timely referral or escalation to senior consultants when required. Operational Duties: Supervise smooth shift handovers and update incoming duty doctors. Check crash carts, emergency medicines, and equipment functionality. Monitor infection control practices and patient safety protocols. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: From ₹20,000.00 per month Benefits: Food provided Leave encashment Paid sick time Provident Fund Schedule: Day shift Evening shift Morning shift Night shift Rotational shift Weekend availability Supplemental Pay: Overtime pay Yearly bonus Ability to commute/relocate: Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Education: Bachelor's (Required) Experience: Patient care: 3 years (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Night Shift (Required) Overnight Shift (Required) Work Location: In person