Job Description

Job Summary:

The Resident Medical Officer (RMO) - Obstetrics & Gynecology provides 24/7 medical support to patients in antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care areas. The RMO assists consultants during deliveries and gynecological procedures, monitors patient progress, handles obstetric emergencies, and ensures continuity of care in maternity and gynecology units.

Key Responsibilities:Antenatal and Postnatal Care:

Monitor antenatal patients for signs of labor, complications (e.g., preeclampsia, bleeding), and fetal well-being. Conduct initial assessment and routine examinations of pregnant women. Support postnatal care including pain management, wound care, and breastfeeding support. Assist with patient education and discharge planning.

Labor Room & Delivery Assistance:

Attend and assist in normal vaginal deliveries (NVDs) under consultant supervision. Prepare patients for cesarean sections and assist consultants during surgical procedures. Monitor maternal and fetal status during labor using partographs, CTGs, etc. Manage obstetric emergencies initially (e.g., postpartum hemorrhage, eclampsia) and escalate appropriately.

Gynecological Care:

Assist in gynecology OPD procedures (e.g., IUCD insertion/removal, biopsies). Monitor and manage post-operative gynecology patients. Support consultants during minor OT procedures or diagnostics (D&C, hysteroscopy).

Documentation & Coordination:

Maintain detailed and accurate patient records, labor notes, and operative summaries. Coordinate with nurses, pediatricians, anesthetists, and lab services. Inform consultants of any urgent developments in patient condition.

Emergency Response (Non-ICU):

Handle emergency obstetric situations until senior medical help is available. Initiate basic life support measures and stabilize patients for referral if necessary.

Qualifications:

MBBS degree from a recognized medical college. Valid registration with national/state medical council. Prior experience in obstetrics and gynecology preferred. BLS and NRP certification desirable; ACLS optional.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fresher

Pay: ₹48,000.00 - ₹75,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Paid sick time Paid time off Provident Fund
Schedule:

Day shift Evening shift Morning shift Night shift Rotational shift
Application Question(s):

are you located in kannur ?
Work Location: In person