General Doctor Job in Thiruvananthapuram

Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala Full Time Date: 17 May 2024

Job description

Patient Consultations: Conduct comprehensive medical consultations with patients to assess their health concerns, symptoms, and medical history. Perform physical examinations to evaluate overall health and identify any underlying medical conditions. Diagnosis and Treatment: Diagnose and treat a variety of acute and chronic medical conditions, including infections, injuries, chronic diseases, and mental health disorders. Prescribe medications, therapies, and lifestyle interventions to manage symptoms and promote recovery. Preventive Care: Provide preventive healthcare services, including immunizations, health screenings, and counseling on lifestyle modifications such as diet, exercise, and smoking cessation. Promote health education and disease prevention strategies to improve overall well-being and reduce the risk of illness. Chronic Disease Management: Manage the care of patients with chronic medical conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, asthma, and arthritis. Monitor disease progression, adjust treatment plans, and coordinate referrals to specialists as needed for comprehensive management. Emergency Care: Provide immediate medical care for emergencies, injuries, and acute medical conditions occurring in the outpatient setting. Stabilize patients, perform emergency procedures, and arrange for further evaluation or hospital admission as necessary. Coordination of Care: Collaborate with other healthcare providers, including specialists, nurses, pharmacists, and allied health professionals, to coordinate patient care and ensure continuity of care across different healthcare settings. Health Promotion: Promote health and wellness through patient education, preventive screenings, and health promotion activities. Encourage healthy behaviors, disease prevention strategies, and adherence to recommended screenings and vaccinations. Medical Records Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records, including patient histories, examination findings, diagnostic test results, treatment plans, and medication prescriptions. Ensure compliance with privacy regulations and maintain patient confidentiality. Referrals and Follow-Up: Evaluate patients for specialized care or diagnostic testing beyond the scope of primary care practice. Refer patients to specialists or diagnostic facilities as appropriate and follow up on referrals to ensure continuity of care and optimal outcomes. Continuing Education: Stay updated on advances in medical knowledge, diagnostic techniques, and treatment modalities through continuing medical education (CME) activities, professional development courses, and participation in medical conferences and seminars.