1. Job Purpose

To provide continuous medical care to ICU patients, monitor their clinical condition, respond promptly to emergencies, assist consultants in critical care management, and ensure patient safety in accordance with hospital protocols and medical standards.

2. Key Responsibilities

A. Patient Care and Monitoring

- Assess newly admitted ICU patients and document their clinical condition.
- Monitor vital signs, neurological status, oxygen saturation, and other relevant clinical parameters.
- Identify changes in patient condition and escalate promptly to the ICU In-Charge or treating consultant.
- Conduct regular patient rounds and ensure timely medical interventions.
- Review investigation reports and coordinate appropriate treatment under authorised clinical protocols.

B. Emergency and Critical Care Management

- Respond immediately to medical emergencies and Code Blue situations.
- Initiate basic and advanced life support within the scope of training, competence, and hospital protocols.
- Assist in stabilisation of critically ill patients.
- Support airway management, ventilator care, and emergency procedures as clinically indicated and within authorised competency.
- Coordinate with the emergency response team during critical situations.

C. Treatment and Medication Management

- Implement treatment plans prescribed by consultants.
- Ensure medications, IV fluids, infusions, and other therapies are administered as prescribed.
- Monitor patients for adverse drug reactions and report concerns immediately.
- Ensure timely review of laboratory results, imaging reports, and other investigations.
- Maintain accurate and complete medical records, progress notes, and treatment documentation.

D. Coordination and Communication

- Coordinate with consultants, nursing staff,



respiratory therapists, laboratory personnel, and other departments.
- Provide structured clinical handovers during shift changes.
- Inform treating consultants and the ICU In-Charge about deterioration, critical reports, and significant clinical events.
- Communicate with patients' relatives regarding clinical updates only within the scope authorised by hospital policy and the treating team.

E. Infection Control and Patient Safety

- Follow hand hygiene, PPE, isolation, and infection prevention protocols.
- Ensure compliance with ICU safety procedures and hospital clinical policies.
- Monitor and report medical incidents, near misses, and patient safety concerns.
- Support compliance with NABH standards and applicable hospital protocols.

F. Documentation and Administrative Duties

- Maintain ICU case sheets, progress notes, investigation records, and emergency documentation.
- Ensure timely completion of admission notes, transfer notes, and discharge documentation as applicable.
- Verify that all clinical interventions and significant events are documented accurately.
- Participate in clinical audits, training sessions, emergency drills, and quality improvement activities.

3. Qualifications and Experience

- Qualification: MBBS from a recognised medical institution.
- Registration: Valid registration with the applicable State Medical Council / National Medical Register, as applicable.
- Experience: Prior experience in ICU, emergency medicine, or critical care is preferred.
- Skills: Clinical assessment, emergency response, patient monitoring, communication, teamwork, and medical documentation.
- Additional Preference: BLS/ACLS certification and familiarity with ventilator management and critical care protocols.

Advantages:

- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

📌 ICU Duty Medical Officer (Kolathur)
🏢 Chakra critical care centre and hospitals
📍 Kolathur