Resident Medical Officer

Position Summary

The Resident Medical Officer (RMO) is responsible for delivering comprehensive medical care to elderly patients within the geriatric care facility. The role includes clinical diagnosis, treatment planning, emergency care, and coordination with the interdisciplinary healthcare team. The RMO plays a vital role in ensuring personalized and quality healthcare tailored to the needs of geriatric patients while maintaining clinical documentation and fostering family communication.

Reporting Lines

In this position of Resident Medical Officer you will report to the Chief Medical Officer or the Executive nominated by the Management in this behalf. The organization reserves the right to revise reporting structures and responsibilities in accordance with operational needs. A copy of the job description laid down for your position is attached.

Key Interactions

Internally

• Nursing Team
• Therapists and Allied Health Professionals
• Clinical Pharmacists and Support Staff
• Admin and Emergency Response Teams

Externally

• Patient Families and Caregivers
• Referral Hospitals and Emergency Services

Core Responsibilities

1. Clinical Care

Patient Assessment

• Conduct detailed physical examinations and medical history reviews of elderly patients.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and document medical conditions, considering geriatric complexities.

Medical Management

• Develop individualized treatment plans for both acute and chronic conditions.
• Prescribe medications and therapies in line with clinical guidelines and patient needs.

Monitoring & Follow-up

• Track patient progress, monitor treatment responses, and revise care plans as required.
• Conduct regular and follow-up visits to ensure continuity of care.

Emergency Response

• Provide urgent and emergency medical care as needed within the center.
• Stabilize patients and arrange transfers to higher care centers if necessary.

2. Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Team Collaboration

• Collaborate with nursing, physiotherapy, pharmacy and support staff to ensure holistic care.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings for case discussions and care coordination.

Family Communication

• Provide regular updates to patient families regarding health status, interventions, and prognosis.
• Support informed consent discussions and clarify treatment-related queries.

3. Administrative Responsibilities

Clinical Documentation

• Maintain accurate medical records including admission notes, progress notes, discharge summaries, emergency transfers and counselling records.
• Ensure dual record maintenance (EMR and physical files) in compliance with legal and institutional standards.

Compliance

• Adhere to organizational, ethical, and regulatory guidelines for patient care.
• Ensure implementation of infection control, safety protocols, and quality standards.

Work Complexities

• Must manage multiple elderly patients with complex and coexisting conditions.
• Requires availability during weekends, holidays and emergencies as per requirements
• Requires physical readiness for long hours, mobility, and emergency care delivery.

Profile

Knowledge and Experience

• Education: MBBS / BAMS from a recognized institution

• Additional Qualifications:

• Valid state medical license (mandatory)

• Board certification in Internal or Family Medicine preferred

• Geriatric care specialization desirable

• Experience: 35 years in a clinical setting, preferably with elderly/long-term care experience.

Competencies

• Clinical Diagnosis & Therapeutic Planning
• Emergency & Palliative Care
• Interpersonal Communication
• Medical Documentation & Compliance
• Empathy and Patient-Centred Approach
• Decision-Making and Critical Thinking
• Adaptability and Collaboration
• Geriatric Pharmacology Awareness

Looking for only 15 days/ Immediate Joiners only