Responsible for being the first point of contact for people needing medical attention.
Conducting general patient check-ups.
Diagnosing any ailments
Prescribing medication
Referring patients to specialists and consultants in hospital departments.
Responsible in making swift and effective decisions based on the presenting symptoms, and the patient’s current and previous medical history.
Accountable to use their own knowledge to assess the likelihood of a certain illness being present over another.
Responsible in giving reassurance, giving the patient information, advising on a certain course of action or prescribing medication.
Alternatively, they may refer the patient for further tests to confirm a diagnosis or as a part of an on-going management plan.
Conduct and important role in the management not just of acute problems but also of chronic diseases and the treatment of patients with multiple health conditions, particularly in an ever-increasing older population.
Balancing and treating multiple problems with a patient’s general health, independence and social care.
Performing clinical examinations of patients to assess, diagnose and monitor a patient’s condition – these are wide-ranging and may involve the use of specialist equipment such as a stethoscope or otoscope.
Carrying out tests to assist with diagnosis.
Interpreting findings from investigations such as blood tests to help reach a diagnosis.
Using basic life support skills and emergency procedures such as defibrillation where necessary.
Reports births, deaths, and outbreak of contagious diseases to governmental authorities.
Inoculates and vaccinates patients to immunize patients from communicable diseases.
Provides prenatal care to pregnant women, delivers babies, and provides postnatal care to mother and infant.
Arrange support from other health professionals, such as physiotherapists and nurses.
Write letters and reports, and keep patient records
Qualifications
Education:
A completion of MBBS or MBChB or equivalent qualification from an accredited institution
License:
The physician will maintain at all times an active license in home country and an active HAAD License consistent with specialty practiced at Bareen International Hospital.
