Medical Officer

Job Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operation of the Emergency Department
• Maintain good working relationships with interdepartmental personnel, physicians, nurses, and all allied health staff
• Participate in quality improvement programs
• Provide quality healthcare service in relation to communication, examination, diagnosing, and managing patients
• Provide backup medical cover in the event of an emergency for the hospital while on duty
• Actively participate in providing CME and CNE talks organized by the hospital
• Assess the nature and severity of clinical problems of patients
• Initiate investigations and proper management of clinical problems of patients
• Review all investigations ordered
• Manage patients until the respective specialist arrives
• Resuscitate and stabilize ill patients
• Assist specialists in providing treatment to patients
• Refer and admit patients to the respective specialist
• Discharge patients with medications and follow-up plans, if necessary, after adequate treatment if patients do not require admission
• Carry out minor procedures, e.g., suturing, intravenous cannulation, etc.
• Counsel patients and family members on the nature of medical problems and treatment
• Respond to Code Blue immediately and lead resuscitation procedures until the respective specialist arrives
• Accompany ill patients in the ambulance as per guidelines
• Prepare medical reports within 14 days as per guidelines
• Carry out any other duties as requested by superiors

Job Requirements

• Possess a Medical Degree (MBBS/MD or any equivalent) from a recognized institution
• Registered with the Malaysian Medical Council (MMC) and possess a valid Annual Practicing Certificate (APC)
• Minimum 2 years of clinical experience as a practicing doctor
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal communication skills and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work under tight timelines and make appropriate medical decisions
• Willing to work on a shift rotation basis