Job Description

Position Title:

Duty Medical Officer (DMO)

Department:

Clinical Services / Emergency / Ward

Reporting To:

Senior Consultant / Chairman/MD/ED

Location:

Coimbatore

1. Job Summary

The Duty Medical Officer (DMO) is responsible for providing immediate medical care, monitoring patient conditions, assisting senior doctors, and ensuring smooth clinical operations during assigned duty hours. The DMO acts as the first responder for emergencies and plays a key role in patient management and documentation.

2. Job Responsibilities

A. Patient Care

Perform initial assessment and examination of patients. Provide routine and emergency medical care. Monitor vital signs, symptoms, and clinical progress. Initiate and manage basic life support (BLS) and advanced life support (ALS) as per training. Administer medications, IV fluids, infusions, and carry out medical procedures as instructed. Assist consultants in rounds and implement treatment plans.

B. Emergency Management

Handle emergency admissions and stabilize critical patients. Coordinate with specialists for referrals and escalations. Perform emergency procedures (e.g., CPR, airway management, wound care) as per competency level.

C. Clinical Documentation

Maintain accurate patient records, case sheets, and progress notes. Document all treatments, interventions, and observations in EMR or manual files. Ensure timely completion of discharge summaries and transfer notes.

D. Coordination & Communication

Communicate effectively with nursing staff, paramedics, and other departments. Update relatives about patient condition as per hospital protocol. Coordinate investigations (lab, radiology) and follow up on reports.

E. Operational Responsibilities

Ensure availability and functioning of medical equipment during duty hours. Report incidents, unusual cases, or equipment failures to senior staff. Support infection control protocols and patient safety standards.

3. Qualifications & Requirements

Education:

MBBS (mandatory); valid medical license/registration.

Experience:

0-3+ years.

Certifications:

BLS and ACLS preferred.

Skills:

Strong clinical judgment Ability to handle emergencies Good communication and teamwork Documentation accuracy Empathy and patient-centered approach

4. Work Schedule

Day shift 8am to 6pm Weekly once day & night Rotational shifts. fixed duty as assigned. Availability for weekend and holiday shifts if required.

5. Key Competencies

Clinical proficiency Decision-making under pressure Professionalism and ethics Time and workload management Collaboration
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ?45,000.00 - ?65,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person