Resident Physician

-; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A community hospital in Singapore is seeking a Resident Physician to join their dedicated team. This role involves providing first-line clinical coverage, conducting ward rounds, and managing acute medical issues. Candidates should possess a medical degree recognized by the Singapore Medical Council and have at least 3 years of working experience. Team collaboration and a passion for elderly care are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years of post-housemanship working experience as a Medical Officer.
• Experience in family medicine, geriatric medicine, or rehabilitation medicine preferred.
• Currently in active clinical practice.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ward rounds and handle acute medical issues.
• Clerk new patients and prepare discharge summaries.
• Perform ward procedures and stay on-call during night shifts.

Skills

Team player

Good bedside manner

Communication skills

Positive mindset

Education

Medical degree recognized by the Singapore Medical Council

Post-graduate diploma or degree

Job description

Overview

As a Resident Physician at Ang Mo Kio - Thye Hua Kwan Hospital (AMK-THKH), you will be a part of a dedicated team of Medical Doctors, Nurses, Therapists, and Medical Social Workers, and work under the supervision of senior doctors to provide first-line clinical coverage to patients admitted to our community hospital for rehabilitation or subacute care.

Responsibilities

• Conducting ward rounds and handling acute medical issues
• Clerking new patients and preparing discharge summaries
• Performing ward procedures and staying on-call during night shifts
• Involving in Quality improvement projects
• Participate in patient care conferences, unplanned discharge rounds, mortality and morbidity rounds, and multidisciplinary rounds

Requirements

• A medical degree recognised by the Singapore Medical Council (SMC)
• Please check your eligibility on the SMC website before applying
• Full registration with SMC, or be eligible for conditional registration. You can check Conditional Registration eligibility criteria online
• Possess at least 3 years of post-housemanship working experience as a Medical Officer (or equivalent)
• Experience in family medicine, geriatric medicine, or rehabilitation medicine preferred but not a prerequisite, or have a keen interest in these disciplines
• Possess post-graduate diploma or degree would be an advantage
• Currently be in active clinical practice
• Team player with a passion for caring for the elderly, good bedside manner and patience
• Positive mindset, collaborative and willing to go the extra mile
• Good interpersonal and communication skills