General Doctor Job in Kottakkal

Kottakkal, Kerala Full Time Date: 30 May 2024

Job description

Primary Care: Providing comprehensive primary healthcare services to patients, including routine check-ups, preventive care, and treatment of acute and chronic illnesses. General doctors serve as the first point of contact for patients seeking medical care and coordinate referrals to specialists when needed. Diagnosis and Treatment: Assessing patients' medical history, symptoms, and physical examinations to diagnose medical conditions and develop appropriate treatment plans. General doctors prescribe medications, order diagnostic tests, and provide medical interventions to manage patients' health concerns. Preventive Care: Promoting preventive healthcare measures to maintain patients' overall health and well-being. General doctors advise patients on healthy lifestyle choices, such as diet, exercise, and smoking cessation, and provide vaccinations, screenings, and health education to prevent illness and disease. Chronic Disease Management: Managing the care of patients with chronic medical conditions, such as diabetes, hypertension, asthma, and arthritis. General doctors monitor patients' ongoing health status, adjust treatment plans as needed, and collaborate with other healthcare providers to optimize disease management and improve patient outcomes. Acute Care: Treating acute medical conditions and injuries, such as infections, minor injuries, and respiratory illnesses. General doctors provide immediate medical care and interventions to relieve symptoms, stabilize patients, and facilitate recovery. Health Promotion: Promoting health and wellness initiatives within the community to improve public health outcomes. General doctors may participate in community outreach programs, health screenings, and educational events to raise awareness of health issues and encourage healthy behaviors. Patient Counseling: Counseling patients on medical conditions, treatment options, and health-related concerns. General doctors provide guidance, support, and resources to help patients make informed decisions about their healthcare and achieve their health goals. Coordination of Care: Collaborating with other healthcare professionals, including specialists, nurses, pharmacists, and allied health professionals, to ensure comprehensive and coordinated patient care. General doctors communicate effectively with healthcare team members, share information, and facilitate referrals and follow-up care for patients. Electronic Health Records (EHR): Documenting patient encounters, medical histories, diagnoses, treatments, and other relevant information in electronic health records (EHR) systems. General doctors maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records to facilitate continuity of care and ensure patient safety and confidentiality. Professional Development: Engaging in ongoing professional development activities to stay current with medical knowledge, guidelines, and best practices. General doctors attend continuing medical education (CME) events, participate in peer review activities, and pursue board certification or specialty training as needed to enhance their clinical skills and expertise.