Key skill requirements / Competencies

Clinical Responsibilities

• To provide quality medical care under the supervision and direction of Consultants
• Contribute to quality patient care by participation in case planning which includes appropriate pre-admission planning, in-hospital care and discharge planning
• To attend ward rounds and conduct day to day review of patients
• To ensure comprehensive, accurate and concise medical records are maintained for patients with an appropriate signed and dated legible entry in the patient's medical record on every attendance upon a patient.  
• Follow the instructions of consultants for their specific regime for each individual patient.
• To arrange investigations, surgical treatment, medical treatment and discharge as directed by the Consultant to which assigned
• Inform admitting consultants of changes in medical condition of patients and of relevant action taken.
• Perform clinical procedures as requested by consultant medical staff and nursing staff, these may include giving of intravenous drugs to patients.
• To provide assistance with surgical procedures and outpatient clinics as directed by the Consultant to which assigned
• To be completely familiar with emergency equipment and procedures
• To ensure that discharge summaries and other correspondence are completed with minimum delay and that all such correspondence is complete prior to leaving the unit
• Maintain good communications with all areas and disciplines within the health service and with local medical facilities to ensure the smooth and effective operation of the hospital
• Participate in clinical audit and quality programs as appropriate
• Serves as the health physician for coworkers who require first aid for work related injuries or who may become ill while on duty and require on site medical attention
• To be "on-call" or participate in shift rosters

NOTE: This role is part time for a duration of three (03) months with posibility of extension depending on the needs of the Hospital.