Duty Medical Officer

Job Title : Duty Medical Officer (DMO)

Reports To : Medical Director / Chairman

Job Summary :

The Duty Medical Officer is responsible for providing continuous medical care to patients, managing emergencies, assisting consultants, and ensuring smooth day-to-day clinical operations during assigned duty hours.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide immediate medical care to inpatients and outpatients.
• Handle medical and surgical emergencies efficiently.
• Perform initial patient assessment, diagnosis, and treatment.
• Monitor patient progress and maintain accurate medical records.
• Assist consultants during rounds, procedures, and surgeries.
• Prescribe medications and ensure proper implementation of treatment plans.
• Coordinate with nursing staff, lab, radiology, and other departments.
• Ensure handover of patients during shift changes.
• Follow hospital protocols, NABH/JCI guidelines, and medico-legal norms.
• Participate in code blue / emergency response teams.
• Counsel patients and attendants when required.
• Ensure infection control and patient safety practices.

Required Qualifications

• MBBS from a recognized medical college
• Valid TN Medical Council registration

Experience

• Fresher or 0–2 years experience (as per hospital requirement)
• Prior experience in emergency or hospital duty preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Strong clinical and diagnostic skills
• Ability to handle emergencies calmly
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to work in rotational shifts
• Team-oriented and patient-focused
• Basic computer and EMR knowledge

Working Hours

• Rotational shifts / Night duties / On-call duties as per hospital policy

Salary & Benefits

• As per hospital norms and experience

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fresher

Pay: ₹45,000.00 - ₹60,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person