Visiting Consultant

Narayana Health; New Delhi; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 8,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Narayana Health in New Delhi is seeking an experienced surgeon to diagnose, plan and perform complex surgical procedures, coordinating with nurses, anesthesiologists and other specialists to ensure patient safety and successful outcomes.

The role involves reviewing patient records, determining the type of surgery needed, and discussing risks with patients and families, while maintaining detailed medical documentation and participating in research studies where appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose internal injuries and diseases, and prescribe treatment.
• Order and analyze tests like X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs.
• Decide whether surgery is warranted, based on records and tests.
• Perform examinations to confirm fitness for surgery and discuss risks.
• Determine type of surgery and required staff (nurses, anesthesiologists, specialists).
• Order antibiotics, special diets, sedatives, and other prescriptions for pre- and post-operative treatment.
• Schedule operations, coordinate the staff, plan procedures, and order instruments and supplies.
• Perform operations, in accordance with accepted methods.
• Create and update patient records.
• Consult with and assist other doctors.
• Refer patients to specialists and other professionals.
• Take part in research studies involving surgical techniques.

Job description

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• Diagnose internal injuries and diseases, and prescribe medication or surgery.
• Order and analyze tests like X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs.
• Decide whether surgery is warranted, based on the patient’s records, tests, and examinations.
• Perform examinations to confirm that patients are strong enough to undergo surgery, explain the procedures, and discuss the risks involved.
• Determine the type of surgery that is needed, and the nurses, anesthesiologists, specialists, and others who will be required.
• Order antibiotics, special diets, sedatives, and other prescriptions for pre- and post-operative treatment.
• Schedule operations, coordinate the staff, plan the procedures, and order instruments and other supplies.
• Perform operations, in accordance with accepted methods.
• Create and update patient records.
• Consult with and assist other doctors.
• Refer patients to specialists and other professionals.
• Take part in research studies involving surgical techniques.