A Duty Medical Officer (DMO) is a doctor responsible for providing immediate medical care to patients, usually in hospitals, clinics, or emergency settings during assigned shifts.

Core Responsibilities
Patient Care: Examine patients, diagnose illnesses, and provide treatment.
Emergency Handling: Manage urgent and life-threatening cases in casualty or ER.
Ward Rounds: Monitor admitted patients and update treatment plans.
Medical Procedures: Perform basic procedures like suturing, IV line insertion, catheterization, etc.
Prescriptions: Write and review medications based on diagnosis.
Coordination: Work with nurses, specialists, and other healthcare staff.
Documentation: Maintain accurate patient records and case sheets.
Referrals: Refer patients to specialists when needed.

Work Environment
Hospitals




Clinics or nursing homes
Emergency departments
Often involves shift work, including nights and weekends

Qualifications
MBBS degree (minimum requirement)
Registration with a medical council TNMC (e.g. State Medical Council or NMC in India)
Internship completion
Basic life support (BLS) or advanced life support (ACLS) training is often preferred

Skills Needed
Quick decision-making
Solid clinical knowledge
Communication and teamwork
Ability to work under pressure
Compassion and patient care focus

Pay: ₹45,500.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Perks:
Adaptable schedule

Work Location: In person

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🏢 Oxford HealthCare
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