Consultant / Specialist Internal Medicine

Job Description

• To perform the professional duties of a consultant in accordance with the delineation of privileges as recommended by the credential committee. • Supports Continuous Quality Improvement. Develops and promotes appropriate standards of care. • Supervises and monitors the delivery of health care by department staff. Provides guidance regarding patient care when indicated. • Develops and implements effective Peer Review. Evaluates staff and provides annual and on-going feedback as appropriate. • Works closely with other concerned committees in developing policies and procedures to promote quality health care for Internal Medicine patients. • Supervises or participates in supervision of intensive care areas when assigned. • Exercises effective interpersonal skills in dealings with department staff, with associates and with Management. • Evidences leadership skills in developing in others the willingness and desire to work toward common objectives. • Maintains confidentiality regarding patient information and regarding administrative matters of a confidential nature. • Produces written communications, assessments, proposals and administrative documents that are timely and of high quality. Work product is of the quantity required to effectively accomplish duties as head of the department. • Evidences dependability in carrying out the commitments and obligations of the position. • Demonstrates the ability to listen to others in promoting effective communication. • Develops thorough understanding of policies and procedures of the hospital and demonstrates respect for them. • Performs other duties as assigned by the Medical Administrator or Medical Director. • Comply with all OSH and infection control policies, standards and procedures and cooperate with hospital management to comply those requirements • Work accordance with the documented OSH procedures and instructions, specific responsibilities. • Be familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures. • Notifying OSH Hazards, incidents, Near misses and issues and assistance with the preparation of risk assessments, incident reports. • Comply with Waste management procedures and policies. • Attend applicable OSH/Infection control training programs, mock drills and awareness programs. • Use of appropriate personal protective equipment and safety systems.