The General Practitioner in Digital Clinic plays a crucial role in providing high-quality, patient-centered healthcare through telehealth consultations and in-person consultation ensuring accessible and timely management and treatment for patients with a wide range of general medical conditions including acute and chronic conditions and proper referral to specialties and centers of excellence, and appropriate medications management.
Patient Consultations and Management
Conduct comprehensive telehealth consultations via thorough patient history and physical examinations with patients experiencing general medical issues.
Utilize video conferencing platforms to assess patient symptoms, review medical history, and perform virtual examinations. Develop personalized treatment plans, prescribe medications, and provide ongoing patient education
Oversee ongoing care for chronic and acute conditions
Refer to specialties to adjust treatment plans as necessary based on patient feedback and clinical outcomes.
Develop and implement personalized general treatment plans, including medication management, referrals to specialists, and lifestyle modifications
Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including specialists, and nurses, to ensure seamless patient care
Practice population health management by identifying and addressing health issues at the community level, implementing preventive measures, and promoting health education and awareness
Document findings and treatment plans meticulously in patient records.
Medication refills for chronic conditions.
Cover shifts as per duty schedule to ensure 24 / 7 clinical services provision
Quality Assurance and Compliance
Communicate effectively with patients and their families, providing clear and concise explanations of diagnoses, treatment options, and follow-up care
Adhere to all relevant medical regulations, ethical guidelines, and quality assurance standards for telehealth practice
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of telehealth regulations and best practices. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and document patient encounters accurately
Participate in quality improvement initiatives, research activities, and clinical audits to enhance patient care and outcomes
Regularly review compliance protocols and participate in training sessions.
Collaborate with compliance officers to ensure all practices meet regulatory standards.
Prepare reports for audits and inspections, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
Stay updated on changes in healthcare regulations and implement necessary adjustments.
Professional Development
Continuously enhance professional knowledge and skills in general medicine and telehealth best practices
Attend relevant conferences, workshops, and online courses.
Stay abreast of advancements in general medicine and telehealth technology
Stay up to date on the latest advancements in gynecology and telehealth technology
Telehealth Platform Proficiency
Maintain accurate and complete patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations
Maintain proficiency in utilizing the designated telehealth platform, including video conferencing, secure messaging, and electronic health records (EHR) integration
Actively participate in training programs and stay updated on platform enhancements and best practices. Collaborate with IT support to troubleshoot any technical issues
Patient Safety and Satisfaction
Maintain compliance with all patient safety standards and ensure patient safety across all clinical interactions
Report any patient safety risks or issues to the appropriate staff in quality department
Practice safe medicine to ensure no patient harm
Explain medications possible side effects and proper use
Maintain satisfactory patients consultations through communication, taking complete history, providing empathy and understanding of patients conditions and circumstances, explanation of diagnosis and proposed management plan and answering patient queries
Monitor patient feedback and address concerns promptly.
Implement safety protocols to minimize risks during consultations.
Utilize patient satisfaction surveys to gather insights for continuous improvement.
Collaboration with Healthcare Teams
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care
Share insights and recommendations to support patient-centered care approaches.
Facilitate communication between team members regarding patient status and needs.
Mentor junior staff and provide training on clinical protocols
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General Practitioner • Jeddah, Saudi Arabia