Designation: Senior Resident

Job Specification

A. Qualification (As per National Medical Commission NMC norms)

- MD / MS / DNB in the concerned specialty from a recognized institution
- Eligibility as per NMC norms for appointment as Senior Resident
- Valid registration with the appropriate State / National Medical Council

B. Experience

- Postgraduate clinical training in the concerned specialty
- Prior experience as Junior Resident / equivalent (desirable)
- Demonstrated competence in patient care, clinical procedures, and academic activities

C. Skills and Competencies

- Strong clinical knowledge and decision-making ability relevant to the specialty
- Ability to independently manage patients under supervision
- Teaching aptitude for undergraduate students and interns
- Effective communication and teamwork skills
- Basic knowledge of research methodology, ethics, and quality standards
- Familiarity with NABH standards and hospital policies (desirable)

Reporting Relationship

Reports To

- Assistant Professor / Associate Professor / Professor / Head of Unit / Head of Department Academic and clinical matters
- Medical Superintendent Hospital operations (as applicable)

Coordinates With

- Departmental Faculty
- Junior Residents and Interns
- Nursing and Allied Health Professionals
- Hospital Administration and Quality Cell

Subordinates

- Junior Residents
- Interns
- Nursing and technical staff (functional supervision, as applicable)

Job Description

The Senior Resident plays a key role in delivering patient care, supporting undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, assisting in research activities, and ensuring compliance with institutional policies. The position functions under the guidance of faculty members and contributes to maintaining clinical, academic,



and quality standards in accordance with NMC regulations, NABH requirements, and University policies governing the Medical College and affiliated Teaching Hospital.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

A. Clinical Responsibilities

- Provide comprehensive and evidence-based patient care in outpatient, inpatient, emergency, and critical care areas, as assigned.
- Perform clinical procedures relevant to the specialty under supervision and institutional privileges.
- Participate actively in ward rounds, specialty clinics, emergency duties, and on-call services as per departmental roster.
- Assist in clinical decision-making, patient investigations, treatment planning, and follow-up care.
- Supervise Junior Residents and Interns in patient evaluation, documentation, and basic procedures.
- Ensure adherence to clinical protocols, SOPs, infection prevention and control practices, and patient safety guidelines.
- Identify, report, and document adverse events, near misses, and medico legal cases as per hospital policy.

B. Academic and Teaching Responsibilities

- Assist faculty in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching programs as per university curriculum.
- Conduct tutorials, bedside teaching, case discussions, and practical demonstrations for students and interns.
- Participate in academic activities such as seminars, journal clubs, mortality and morbidity meetings, and case presentations.
- Assist in internal assessments,



practical examinations, and academic evaluations.

C. Research and Scholarly Activities

- Participate in departmental and institutional research projects.
- Assist in data collection, literature review, and analysis for research studies and dissertations.
- Ensure compliance with Institutional Ethics Committee (IEC) guidelines for research activities.
- Present papers and posters in conferences and contribute to publications under guidance.

D. Administrative Responsibilities

- Assist faculty in day-to-day departmental administrative activities.
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation of medical records, discharge summaries, and procedure notes.
- Support preparation of duty rosters, academic schedules, and departmental reports.
- Participate in departmental meetings and institutional committees when nominated.

E. Quality Management and Accreditation Responsibilities

- Adhere to NABH standards related to patient care, safety, and documentation.
- Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, and accreditation-related activities.
- Follow institutional policies on infection control, biomedical waste management, patient rights, and safety.
- Assist in preparation for inspections and audits by NMC, NABH, and University authorities.

F. Skilled Conduct and Governance

- Maintain professional ethics, discipline, and integrity in clinical and academic practice.
- Ensure confidentiality of patient information and academic records.
- Adhere to institutional code of conduct, service rules, and University regulations.
- Assist in addressing patient complaints, grievances, and medicolegal matters under faculty supervision.Role & responsibilities

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