RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responding to patients’ medical problems by referring to their history, carrying out diagnosis, treatment, counseling, and referral, where necessary.
• Ordering lab tests and interpreting the test results.
• Maintaining confidentiality and impartiality at all times.
• Collecting, recording, and maintaining sensitive patient information such as examination results, medical history, and reports.
• Performing minor surgeries.
• Explaining procedures or prescribed treatments to patients.
• Liaising with medical professionals in the community and hospitals.
• Promoting health education in conjunction with other health professionals.
• Meeting targets set by the government for specified treatments, e.g. child immunization.
• Discussing and evaluating new pharmaceutical products with pharmaceutical representatives.
• Keeping up-to-date with medical developments, treatment, and medication.
• Teaching at hospitals and medical schools, and observing and assessing the work of trainee doctors and medical students.

REQUIREMENTS

• Medical degree from an accredited institution.
• At least 2-3 years of residency training.
• Current state medical license.
• Completed Medical Licensing Examination.
• 3 years of experience practicing as a primary care doctor.
• Fantastic counseling and listening skills.
• Superb organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent decision-making skills and communication.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Compassionate nature with the ability to make patients feel at ease.
• Great management and leadership skills.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Clinical skills
• Communication skills
• Empathy and compassion
• Attention to detail
• Interpersonal skills
• Time management
• Medical knowledge
• Problem-solving skills
• Record-keeping
• Adaptability