DR. Manikandan Selvaraj

Serving as Bank Medical Officer responsible for employee health evaluations, medical certifications, and insurance claim assistance across the Ernakulam Zone. Provides expert medical opinions on employee health-related issues, fitness assessments, and medical exemptions. Reviews, verifies, and advises on insurance claims and reimbursement documents in coordination with the zonal HR department and empanelled TPAs. Ensures medical compliance with bank policy guidelines and IRDAI norms, while maintaining confidentiality and transparency in all health-related matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct medical fitness examinations and issue health certificates for staff and dependents.
• Review and validate hospitalization and treatment records for insurance claim approvals.
• Provide medical opinions on employee transfer exemptions, prolonged leave cases, and pre-employment health screening.
• Liaise with Third-Party Administrators (TPAs) for clarification and processing of health insurance claims.
• Offer guidance to bank employees on preventive health measures and medical documentation.
• Maintain employee medical records in compliance with institutional and regulatory standards.
• Assist HR in policy interpretation, claim scrutiny, and medical compliance for staff welfare.

• Administered emergency medical care to patients in critical situations, ensuring timely treatment and stabilization.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care protocols and best practices.

Serving as the Casualty In-Charge and Medical Officer, overseeing complete operations of the Emergency & Trauma Department. Responsible for triage, resuscitation, and management of all emergency cases including trauma, cardiac, medical, surgical, and medico-legal conditions. Skilled in advanced suturing techniques, scar-less wound closures, and tendon repair. Provides leadership in emergency workflows, coordinates with multidisciplinary teams, and ensures efficient patient flow and documentation. Handles both clinical and administrative functions of casualty, including staff supervision, protocol enforcement, and compliance with NABH standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Directed and managed all casualty operations as In-Charge Medical Officer, ensuring round-the-clock emergency readiness.
• Performed advanced wound management, cosmetic suturing, subcuticular closures, and tendon/ligament repair.
• Conducted emergency triage, initial stabilization, and resuscitation (ACLS/BLS/ATLS protocols).
• Coordinated with surgical, orthopedic, anesthesiology, and radiology departments for multidisciplinary management.
• Monitored inpatient progress, reviewed investigations, and adjusted treatment plans accordingly.
• Oversaw medico-legal documentation, injury reports, and coordination with police authorities.
• Supervised duty doctors, nursing staff, and paramedics; conducted internal emergency drills and skill training.
• Managed casualty administrative duties — duty rosters, shift allocation, staff performance monitoring, and emergency resource utilization.
• Ensured strict adherence to infection control, aseptic techniques, and patient safety standards.
• Participated in clinical audits, mortality reviews, and departmental meetings for continuous improvement.