Community Care Doctor

ST LUKE'S ELDERCARE LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Singapore is seeking an experienced Community Care Doctor to provide medical care to clients and support caregivers. The ideal candidate will have an MBBS or MD recognized by the Singapore Medical Council, a minimum of 3 years post-housemanship experience, and strong interpersonal skills. This role requires coordination of care and collaboration with various healthcare professionals. Those with experience in geriatrics or palliative care are especially encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of post housemanship experience.
• Willingness to serve and connect with the elderly and underprivileged.
• Experience working with elderly or palliative patients is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct medical care to clients in home and residential-based services.
• Coordinate care and referrals to other service agencies.
• Assist in developing medical practice guidelines and policies.

Skills

Good communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Experience with elderly patients

Willingness to travel

Education

MBBS or MD recognized by the Singapore Medical Council

Full registration with the Singapore Medical Council

Relevant Graduate diplomas

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an experienced Community Care Doctor to join the team.

As a Community Care Doctor, you will provide medical care to SLEC clients, along with advice and support to their caregivers in collaboration with the rest of the care team (e.g. nurses, therapists, social workers, counsellors, centre staff, nursing home staff, etc), both internal and external to SLEC, such that care rendered is effective, coordinated and integrated. The Community Care Doctor also fosters a culture of safety and clinical improvement, contributes to programme development and supports the organisation from a clinical angle.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct medical care to clients in home and residential-based services in a team setting.
• Provide clinical advice and support to caregivers.
• Coordinate care and referrals to other social service agencies, client’s primary/ specialist care physician and other healthcare or community service providers when the need arises.
• Assist in the development of medical practice guidelines, policies and protocols as required for the safe and effective provision of healthcare in SLEC.
• Any other projects that are assigned by the manager.

Job requirements

• MBBS or MD recognised by the Singapore Medical Council.
• Full registration with the Singapore Medical Council.
• At least 3 years of post housemanship.
• Possess good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to serve and connect with the elderly and underprivileged.
• Relevant Graduate diplomas in Geriatric Medicine, Palliative Medicine or Mental Health would be advantageous.
• Experience working with elderly or palliative patients would be advantageous.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications.
• Willingness to travel within Singapore.