Walkin - Consultant Geriatrician (Full-time) - Pallikaranai

Dr.Kamakshi Memorial Hospital; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Dr. Kamakshi Memorial Hospital in Chennai seeks a Consultant in Geriatrics to lead comprehensive geriatric assessments, manage age-related diseases, and coordinate with a multidisciplinary team for holistic elder care.

Requirements include MBBS with MD/DNB in geriatrics or equivalent fellowship, valid State Medical Council/NMC registration, and experience in geriatric care. This role emphasizes patient-centered care, safety, and ongoing clinical audits.

Qualifications

• MBBS + MD (General Medicine) / DNB with specialization or experience in geriatrics.
• Fellowship in geriatric medicine preferred.
• Valid State Medical Council / NMC registration.
• Relevant experience in geriatric care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Patient evaluation and diagnosis in geriatrics: assessments and risk factors.
• Develop treatment and care plans for elderly patients with chronic diseases.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary team including physiotherapists and nurses.

Education

MBBS + MD (General Medicine) / DNB with specialization or experience in geriatrics

Fellowship in geriatric medicine

Valid State Medical Council / NMC registration

Job description

Key Responsibilities

1. Patient Evaluation & Diagnosis

• Conduct comprehensive geriatric assessments, including physical, cognitive, and functional evaluation.
• Diagnose and manage age-related diseases such as dementia, osteoporosis, hypertension, diabetes, and frailty.
• Assess risk factors including falls, malnutrition, and polypharmacy.

2. Treatment & Care Management

• Develop individualized treatment and care plans for elderly patients.
• Manage chronic diseases and multiple comorbidities.
• Provide palliative and supportive care when required.

3. Multidisciplinary Coordination

• Work closely with physiotherapists, dieticians, psychologists, nurses, and social workers.
• Coordinate rehabilitation and long-term care plans.

4. Medication Management

• Review and optimize medications to avoid polypharmacy and drug interactions.
• Ensure safe prescribing practices for elderly patients.

5. Patient & Family Education

• Educate patients and caregivers on disease management, lifestyle changes, and home care.
• Provide guidance on preventive healthcare and aging-related issues.

6. Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate patient records, assessments, and treatment plans.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, NABH standards, and patient safety protocols.

7. Quality & Academic Activities

• Participate in clinical audits, CMEs, and research activities.
• Support quality improvement initiatives in geriatric care.

Qualifications & Experience

• MBBS + MD (General Medicine) / DNB with specialization or experience in geriatrics.
• Fellowship in geriatric medicine preferred.
• Valid State Medical Council / NMC registration.
• Relevant experience in geriatric care preferred.