Locum Doctor
Overview
Faircape Health Institute Tokai Estate is a sub-acute care and rehabilitation centre focused on restorative care for patients recovering from acute hospitalisation, surgery, neurological conditions, orthopaedic procedures, and other medically complex conditions. The role involves assisting over weekends and during the week when operationally required, managing medically complex rehabilitation and long-term care patients within a ward-based environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB)
- 3 years + post-community service experience
- Experience in internal medicine, family medicine, geriatrics, or palliative care is advantageous
- Experience working within a multidisciplinary and nursing team environment
- Clear health, criminal, and credit record
- 2 written references
- Valid MPS/medical indemnity insurance
- Active HPCSA registration
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive medical assessments on admission, including physical examinations, medical history reviews, and interpretation of diagnostic results.
- Develop and implement individualised treatment plans, including medication management and rehabilitative interventions.
- Collaborate with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to ensure continuity and coordination of patient care.
- Monitor patient progress, evaluate treatment effectiveness, and adjust care plans as required.
- Communicate clearly with patients and families, providing education on medical conditions, treatment plans, and self-care strategies.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records on Healthware.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives.
- Provide urgent/emergency telephonic medical support to nursing staff when required.
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