JHB - Medical Officer: Associate

Quro Medical; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Quro Medical is seeking a compassionate Medical Officer: Associate to provide personalized medical care in patients' homes and support clinical care through the Command Centre. This role offers a unique opportunity to be part of Africa's first tech-driven Hospital at Home initiative, driving innovation in healthcare delivery while ensuring exceptional patient service.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Flexible work policy

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Active medical registration in South Africa required.
• Clinical expertise in Family medicine or relevant specialty.
• Experience managing interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Function as clinical leader for home-care team.
• Conduct in-home medical visits and develop care plans.
• Support the Command Centre operations.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Leadership

Education

Medical degree (MBChB or equivalent)

Tools

Digital health technologies

Telemedicine platforms

Job description

Quro Medical Job Opportunities: Medical Officer: Associate (Home-Visits/Command Centre)

Quro Medical (QM) is a digital health company offering Africa’s first tech-driven Hospital at Home and Remote Patient Monitoring, using health technology to analyse real-time data to monitor patient health. We are building the largest virtual hospital on the continent, delivering world-class healthcare at lower costs.

At Quro Medical, we are reimagining the future of healthcare, saving lives, and enhancing patient care. What makes us different?

• Our care model prioritises quality, allowing our healthcare providers to deliver exceptional care.

• We provide unparalleled opportunities for clinical and leadership growth, offering a level of stability that is second to none.

• Our healthcare providers receive unwavering support to practice at the peak of their scope of practice, enabling them to fully utilise their skills and expertise.

• We are making a significant impact on a national scale while preserving the culture and sense of community.

• Our culture thrives on clinical innovation and transformation, fostering an environment where new ideas and approaches are embraced.

• Your exceptional performance will be rewarded and recognised in an environment that challenges you and provides clear guidance for success in your role.

• Additionally, we offer development opportunities for those interested in exploring other positions within the organisation.

We are expanding our team. Join us!

We are looking for a Medical Officer: Associate (Home-Visits/Command Centre) to join our amazing team.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a compassionate and highly skilled medical doctor to join our organisation as a Medical Officer - Associate. In this role, you will provide and oversee the provision of personalised medical care to patients in their homes. Additionally, you will take on the responsibility of assisting in clinical care provided through our Command Center, whilst supporting our team of home-visit clinicians. Reporting directly to the Family Physician and Chief Medical Officer (CMO), you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional care and driving the success of our organisation.

Responsibilities:

• Function as the day-to-day clinical leader of the home-care interdisciplinary team, providing decision support to team patients receiving care in their homes.

• Assess patients' needs in their place of residence and develop comprehensive care plans.

• Perform physical examinations, order and interpret diagnostic tests, prescribe medications, and develop individualised treatment plans.

• Provide same-day clinical assessment and treatment for urgent cases.

• Conduct in-home medical visits, delivering comprehensive primary care and managing acute and chronic conditions.

• Provide medical advice, counselling, and education to patients and their families, emphasising a patient-centred approach.

• Develop strong patient-doctor and caregiver-doctor relationships to improve patient compliance with care plans.

• Participate in clinical management meetings to discuss patient care and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team.

• Work with the interdisciplinary team to ensure the care plan meets the clinical and psycho-social needs of the patient.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with regulatory standards.

• Support the operations of the Command Centre, serving as the central hub for remote monitoring and coordination of patient care.

• Oversee the triage of incoming patient data and alerts from remote monitoring devices, ensuring timely interventions and follow-ups.

• Collaborate with all the clinical team and other healthcare professionals to ensure efficient and effective delivery of services.

• Ensure adherence to clinical protocols and guidelines for remote monitoring and hospital-at-home services.

• Analyse clinical and clinical operations data trends, providing insights for quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes.

• Support the implementation and optimisation of digital health technologies within the Command Centre.

• Provide supervision and oversight to the team of junior clinicians, including mentoring, training, and performance management.

• Foster a supportive and collaborative work environment, promoting professional growth and development among the team.

• Report directly to the Family Physician - Clinical operations manager and Chief Medical Officer (CMO), providing updates on clinical operations, challenges, and opportunities.

Requirements:

• Medical degree (MBChB or equivalent) with active medical registration in South Africa.

• Demonstrated clinical expertise with experience in Family medicine and primary care, internal medicine, or a relevant specialty.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.

• Proficiency in utilising digital health technologies and telemedicine platforms.

• Research experience and a commitment to evidence-based practice.

• Proven leadership skills with experience managing interdisciplinary teams.

• Ability to thrive in a start-up environment and adapt to changing priorities.

• Familiarity with remote monitoring, hospital-at-home, and digital health care delivery models.

• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance in the healthcare industry.

• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and organisational abilities.

If you are a compassionate and highly skilled medical doctor who thrives in a fast-paced, innovative startup environment, we invite you to join our team. Apply now and play a pivotal role in delivering personalised care, driving the success of our organisation, and transforming the way healthcare is delivered in South Africa.

What we offer:

We have a competitive compensation package and flexible work policy. We have learning and development opportunities, a dynamic and inclusive work culture. Our team is one of the best in the country and together we will further grow your career to the next level. We are a fast-moving and growing company that is changing healthcare within South Africa and the world. This is your chance to be a part of something meaningful and long lasting.

Quro Medical is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.