General Doctor Job in Kasargod

Kasargod, Kerala Full Time Date: 27 May 2024

Job description

Primary Care: Provide comprehensive medical care to patients, including diagnosis, treatment, and management of a wide range of health conditions, illnesses, and injuries. Serve as the first point of contact for patients seeking medical attention. Preventive Care: Promote preventive healthcare measures to maintain and improve patient health and well-being. Conduct routine health screenings, vaccinations, and health assessments. Provide guidance on lifestyle modifications, health education, and disease prevention strategies. Medical Consultations: Conduct thorough medical consultations with patients to assess their medical history, symptoms, and concerns. Perform physical examinations, order diagnostic tests, and interpret test results to formulate accurate diagnoses and treatment plans. Treatment Planning: Develop individualized treatment plans based on patients' medical conditions, preferences, and healthcare needs. Prescribe medications, therapies, or referrals to specialists as appropriate. Monitor patients' progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary. Chronic Disease Management: Manage chronic medical conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, asthma, and arthritis. Monitor patients' ongoing health status, provide medication management, and offer lifestyle counseling to optimize disease control and prevent complications. Acute Care: Provide immediate medical care for acute health problems, injuries, or emergencies. Assess and stabilize patients in urgent or critical situations, administer first aid, and coordinate referrals to emergency medical services or hospital facilities when needed. Patient Counseling: Offer counseling and support to patients and their families on health-related issues, treatment options, and medical decision-making. Address patients' concerns, provide information on healthcare resources, and offer emotional support during difficult times. Health Promotion: Promote health and wellness within the community through public health initiatives, health education programs, and outreach activities. Collaborate with community organizations, schools, and local agencies to address health disparities and improve access to healthcare services. Medical Recordkeeping: Maintain accurate and confidential medical records for all patient encounters, including documentation of medical history, physical examinations, diagnoses, treatments, and follow-up care. Ensure compliance with medical recordkeeping regulations and standards. Continuing Education: Stay updated on advances in medical knowledge, treatments, and technologies through ongoing medical education and professional development activities. Attend conferences, seminars, and workshops to enhance clinical skills and knowledge. Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including specialists, nurses, therapists, and pharmacists, to provide coordinated and comprehensive care for patients. Consult with colleagues on complex cases, share expertise, and coordinate care transitions. Ethical and Professional Conduct: Adhere to ethical principles, professional standards, and legal regulations governing medical practice. Maintain integrity, compassion, and professionalism in interactions with patients, colleagues, and healthcare stakeholders.