Visiting Doctor

**Job Title: Geriatrician**

**Job Summary**:As a Geriatrician, you will be responsible for providing specialized medical care to elderly patients. Your role involves conducting comprehensive assessments, diagnosing and treating age-related health issues, optimizing quality of life, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary healthcare team to address the unique needs of older adults.

**Key Responsibilities**:
**Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment**:Conduct thorough assessments of elderly patients, considering their medical, functional, cognitive, and psychosocial status.
Evaluate medication use, nutritional status, and fall risk assessments.

**Diagnosis and Treatment**:Diagnose and manage a wide range of age-related health conditions, including chronic diseases, cognitive impairment, frailty, and polypharmacy.
Prescribe medications, recommend therapeutic interventions, and coordinate specialized care when needed.

**Dementia and Cognitive Disorders**:Evaluate and manage cognitive disorders, such as Alzheimer's disease and other types of dementia.
Provide support and guidance to patients and their families.

**End-of-Life Care and Advance Care Planning**:Assist patients and families in making informed decisions about end-of-life care, including advance directives, hospice care, and palliative care.

**Falls and Mobility Assessment**:Assess fall risk and develop strategies to prevent falls and maintain mobility.
Recommend physical therapy and assistive devices as appropriate.

**Multidisciplinary Collaboration**:Collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals, including nurses, social workers, physical therapists, and occupational therapists, to provide comprehensive care.

**Patient and Family Education**:Educate patients and their families about age-related health conditions, treatment options, and preventive measures.
Address questions and concerns regarding the aging process.

**Long-Term Care and Rehabilitation**:Provide medical oversight for patients in long-term care facilities and rehabilitation centers.
Coordinate with the staff to ensure continuity of care.

**Record Keeping**:Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records for each elderly patient.
Ensure compliance with documentation standards and legal requirements.

**Quality Assurance**:Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance the quality and safety of geriatric care services.
Adhere to infection control protocols.

**Qualifications**:

- Medical degree (MD or equivalent).
- Completion of a residency program in internal medicine or family medicine, followed by a fellowship in geriatric medicine.
- Valid medical license and registration.
- Strong clinical and diagnostic skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Empathy and patience when working with elderly patients.
- Commitment to patient care and safety.
- Willingness to participate in on-call duties and work flexible hours.

**Job Type**: Commission

**Salary**: From RM20,000.00 per month

**Benefits**:

- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Commission pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Puchong: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

**Language**:

- Mandarin (required)