Job Description

Job Title :

Duty Medical Officer (DMO)

Reports To :

Medical Director / Chairman

Job Summary :

The Duty Medical Officer is responsible for providing continuous medical care to patients, managing emergencies, assisting consultants, and ensuring smooth day-to-day clinical operations during assigned duty hours.

Job Responsibilities

Provide

immediate medical care

to inpatients and outpatients. Handle

medical and surgical emergencies

efficiently. Perform

initial patient assessment

, diagnosis, and treatment. Monitor patient progress and

maintain accurate medical records

. Assist consultants during rounds, procedures, and surgeries. Prescribe medications and ensure proper implementation of treatment plans. Coordinate with nursing staff, lab, radiology, and other departments. Ensure

handover of patients

during shift changes. Follow hospital protocols, NABH/JCI guidelines, and medico-legal norms. Participate in

code blue / emergency response teams

. Counsel patients and attendants when required. Ensure infection control and patient safety practices.
Required Qualifications

MBBS

from a recognized medical college Valid

TN

Medical Council registration

Experience

Fresher or 0-2 years experience

(as per hospital requirement) Prior experience in emergency or hospital duty preferred
Skills & Competencies

Strong clinical and diagnostic skills Ability to handle emergencies calmly Good communication and interpersonal skills Willingness to work in

rotational shifts

Team-oriented and patient-focused Basic computer and EMR knowledge
Working Hours

Rotational shifts / Night duties / On-call duties as per hospital policy
Salary & Benefits

As per hospital norms and experience
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fresher

Pay: ?45,000.00 - ?60,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person