Duty Medical Officer

Job Title: Duty Medical Officer (DMO)
Department: Medical/Clinical
Reports To: Chief Medical Officer / Medical Superintendent
Location: K.P.H.B Colony
Job Type: Full-time Night shifts

Job Summary:

The Duty Medical Officer (DMO) is responsible for providing continuous medical coverage and emergency care to inpatients and outpatients in a hospital or healthcare setting. The DMO ensures prompt assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of patients, and coordinates with consultants and healthcare staff for appropriate care delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide initial assessment, diagnosis, and management of patients.
• Respond promptly to medical emergencies and take immediate action to stabilize the patient.
• Attend to patients admitted through the emergency department and refer cases to specialists as needed.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records for all patients.
• Conduct regular ward rounds and update consultants on patients' progress.
• Liaise with nursing staff and other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless patient care.
• Ensure proper documentation of admissions, discharges, and deaths.
• Assist consultants in procedures and monitor post-operative and critically ill patients.
• Ensure all clinical protocols and hospital policies are followed during shifts.
• Perform CPR and manage code blue situations effectively.
• Handle medico-legal cases (MLC) as per hospital and legal protocols.
• Monitor and report adverse events, infections, and unexpected clinical deteriorations.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Education: MBBS ,BAMS or BHMS from a recognized medical college.
• License/Registration: Valid registration with Medical Council of [Insert Country/State].
• Experience: 3–4 years .
• Certifications: BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) preferred.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong clinical knowledge and decision-making skills.
• Ability to handle emergency situations calmly and efficiently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work in shifts, including nights and weekends.
• Empathy, ethical conduct, and a commitment to patient care.
• Team player with the ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment.

Working Conditions:

• Night shifts.
• Fast-paced and high-pressure environment, especially in emergency and ICU settings.
• Continuous standing and walking may be required during shifts.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person