General Physician (Family Medicine) at Reddington Hospital

JOB SUMMARY

• We are currently recruiting for the role of a General Physician (Family Medicine).
• The GP will provide comprehensive medical services for members of family, regardless of age or sex within scope of training. Services include: Preventative care, primary care and treatment, health education, Prescribing of medications, ordering and interpreting lab testing, physical examinations, STD screenings, Vision/hearing, women’s health, family planning, prenatal services, nutrition.

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY

• Provide comprehensive medical services for family members based on continuous performance of duties irrespective of age or sex.
• Perform essential duties and responsibilities as role of family physician.
• Review patient chart and maintain record for allergies, medical problems, medications and immunization status.
• Solicit and record information related to patient’s medical history.
• Examine patients for symptoms and physical information before prescribing medicine.
• Order and execute various tests, analysis and diagnostic images to acquire information on patient’s condition.
• Study and analyze reports and findings of tests and examination and diagnoses patient’s condition.
• Diagnose and prescribe medical treatments.
• Determine and provide medication, dosage and schedule having patient’s condition and allergies.
• Inform patient about any possible side effects to medication or immunization.
• Suggest patients about diet, hygiene, and methods for prevention of disease to promote good health.
• Refer patient to medical specialist for consultant services if needed for better treatment.
• Record patient’s visit, medical history, physical exam, diagnoses and plan of action.
• Ensure follow up with patient regarding progress in high risk or emergency cases.
• To proactively address issues which may impair access to medical care.
• To monitor advances in medical care and initiate change as needed to ensure that our medical services are up to date.
• To cooperate with the hospital management to ensure departmental policies and procedures exist for dealing with legal issues in clinical care, e.g., crime, coroner’s cases, accident victims.
• Works continually to assure deliverance of quality clinical care in a safe, efficient, competent, and effective manner.
• Prepare records and reports as required in support of services rendered in accordance with established procedures.

JOB SPECIFICATION

• Successful completion of an accredited Family Medicine Residency
• Minimum 5 years experience as a GP Consultant
• Knowledge of Reddington Hospital Group and its clinical processes.
• Knowledge of the minimum required clinical and customer service standard.
• Knowledge of clinical procedures to be in place to facilitate service improvement