Medical Doctor (Full-Time)

Ju Eng Home for Senior Citizens; Singapore; Presencial; SGD 120.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Ju Eng Home for Senior Citizens in Singapore is seeking a full-time Medical Doctor to provide comprehensive, resident-centred medical care. You will lead regular rounds, assess new admissions, diagnose and manage conditions, and develop individualized treatment plans in coordination with nursing and allied health staff.

You will oversee medication safety, conduct reviews, address polypharmacy, respond to emergencies, provide end-of-life and palliative guidance, and contribute to clinical

Responsabilidades

• Conduct regular medical rounds across all wards to review residents' health conditions.
• Perform comprehensive medical assessments for newly admitted residents within regulatory timelines.
• Diagnose, treat and monitor acute and chronic conditions in elderly residents.
• Develop and review individualized medical treatment plans based on conditions and progress.
• Review residents with changes in medical condition, abnormal findings or deterioration.
• Arrange appropriate diagnostic investigations, medical referrals and hospital transfers when clinically indicated.
• Prescribe, review and adjust medications according to residents' conditions.
• Conduct regular medication reviews and reconciliation; assess polypharmacy and interactions.
• Provide timely medical assessment and management of residents with acute illness or deterioration.
• Support Advance Care Planning (ACP) and end-of-life care arrangements.
• Work with Nursing and allied health professionals to strengthen medical oversight and safety.

Descripción del empleo

Job Purpose

The Medical Doctor is responsible for providing comprehensive, timely and resident-centred medical care to residents of Ju Eng Home. The role focuses on the assessment, diagnosis, treatment and ongoing management of residents' medical conditions, ensuring continuity of care, medication safety and appropriate clinical interventions. As a full-time member of the healthcare team, the Medical Doctor will work closely with Nursing and other healthcare professionals to strengthen medical oversight, clinical responsiveness, resident safety and quality of care across the nursing home.

Key Responsibilities

A. Medical Assessment and Resident Care

• Conduct regular medical rounds across all assigned wards to review residents' health conditions and treatment needs.
• Perform comprehensive medical assessments for newly admitted residents within the applicable regulatory timelines.
• Diagnose, treat and monitor acute and chronic medical conditions commonly affecting elderly residents.
• Develop and review individualised medical treatment plans based on residents' conditions, care needs and clinical progress.
• Review residents experiencing changes in medical condition, abnormal clinical findings or deterioration.
• Conduct follow-up medical reviews after hospital discharge, specialist consultations or significant clinical incidents.
• Assess residents with complex medical needs, multiple comorbidities, frailty and age-related conditions.
• Arrange appropriate diagnostic investigations, medical referrals and hospital transfers when clinically indicated.
• Ensure medical instructions and treatment plans are communicated clearly to Nursing staff and properly documented.

B. Medication Management and Safety

• Prescribe, review, adjust and discontinue medications according to residents' medical conditions and clinical needs.
• Conduct regular medication reviews and reconciliation in accordance with regulatory and clinical requirements.
• Assess polypharmacy, drug interactions, contraindications and adverse medication effects.
• Review medication-related incidents and recommend corrective measures where appropriate.
• Collaborate with Nursing and pharmacy professionals to strengthen medication administration safety.
• Ensure accurate documentation of prescriptions, treatment adjustments and medical orders.

C. Acute Care and Medical Emergency Management

• Provide timely medical assessment and management of residents with acute illness or clinical deterioration.
• Respond to urgent medical consultations and provide clear medical directions to the Nursing team.
• Assess and determine the need for emergency medical intervention, ambulance activation or hospital transfer.
• Establish and review medical escalation plans for residents with high-risk or unstable conditions.
• Provide medical guidance on emergency management procedures and support staff preparedness.
• Review significant medical incidents and recommend appropriate follow-up measures.

D. Geriatric, Palliative and End-of-Life Care

• Assess and manage common geriatric conditions including dementia, delirium, falls, frailty, malnutrition, incontinence and immobility.
• Provide medical assessment and treatment for residents with pressure injuries, chronic wounds and other complex conditions.
• Assess and manage pain, discomfort and symptoms associated with advanced illnesses.
• Support Advance Care Planning (ACP), goals-of-care discussions and appropriate end-of-life care arrangements.
• Work with Nursing, allied health professionals, residents and families to provide coordinated and compassionate care.
• Facilitate referrals to specialist palliative care services where necessary.
• Perform relevant medical duties associated with end-of-life care in accordance with applicable legal and professional requirements.

E. Clinical Quality, Safety and Medical Oversight

• Provide medical advice and professional input on clinical matters affecting resident care and safety.
• Identify medical risks, gaps in treatment and areas requiring clinical intervention.
• Participate in reviews of falls, pressure injuries, infections, medication errors and other significant clinical incidents.
• Support infection prevention and control measures, including the management of infectious diseases and outbreaks.
• Review medical practices and recommend improvements to clinical protocols and treatment processes.
• Participate in relevant clinical audits, case reviews and quality improvement initiatives.
• Provide medical input into corrective actions arising from MOH inspections, internal audits and clinical quality reviews.
• Escalate significant clinical concerns or unresolved medical risks to the CGO and Management.

F. Multidisciplinary Collaboration

• Work closely with the Director of Nursing and Nursing Managers to ensure effective coordination of medical and nursing care.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions and care planning meetings.
• Provide medi