DR NIJA J
RESIDENT MEDICAL OFFICER
Kottarakara
Summary
Compassionate Junior Doctor with a successful background in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patient illnesses and diseases. Acclaimed for making informed decisions to manage a variety of patient ailments. Skilled in the delivery of medical advice with a focus on patient assessments, correct diagnosis, and effective treatment. Experienced in the recommendation and prescription of appropriate medication. Ensures adherence to healthcare guidelines and standard practice. Passionate about public health and family medicine.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2023
2023
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Languages
Work History
Resident Medical Officer
ST JOSEPH MISSION HOSPITAL
03.2024 - Current
- Perform initial assessments of patients presenting to the Emergency Department, including obtaining medical histories, conducting physical examinations, and evaluating vital signs.
- Triage patients based on the severity of their condition, using established protocols to prioritize care and ensure timely medical attention.
- Identify life-threatening conditions and initiate immediate resuscitative measures, such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
- Diagnose a wide range of acute medical conditions, such as trauma, cardiac emergencies, respiratory distress, infections, and neurological disorders.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including blood tests, ECGs, X-rays, CT scans, and other imaging studies, to aid in diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Initiate appropriate treatment plans, including administering medications, fluids, oxygen therapy, and other interventions as required.
- Perform emergency medical procedures, such as wound suturing, fracture management, abscess drainage, basic airway management, IV cannulation, and catheterization.
- Assist in more advanced procedures under the supervision of emergency physicians, including intubation, central line insertion, and chest tube placement.
- Stabilize critically ill patients before transferring them to specialized care units such as the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), operating room, or specialty wards.
- Collaborate with emergency physicians, surgeons, nurses, radiologists, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive and coordinated patient care.
- Communicate effectively with patients and their families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, procedures, and follow-up care.
- Coordinate referrals to specialists or other departments when needed and arrange for patient transfers to higher-level care facilities.
- Contribute to the smooth functioning of the Emergency Department by managing patient flow, reducing waiting times, and ensuring efficient care delivery.
- Participate in regular handovers, case discussions, and departmental meetings to update on patient conditions, share information, and optimize care plans.
- Support the ED leadership in implementing protocols, policies, and quality improvement initiatives to maintain high standards of emergency care.
- Maintain accurate, thorough, and timely medical records, including patient histories, clinical findings, treatment plans, procedures performed, and discharge summaries.
- Ensure compliance with hospital policies, emergency care standards, and legal and regulatory requirements, including infection control, patient safety, and confidentiality.
- Participate in quality assurance activities, such as audits, peer reviews, and morbidity and mortality meetings, to improve clinical outcomes.
- Mentor and provide training to junior doctors, nurses, paramedics, and medical students in emergency care practices, clinical skills, and emergency procedures.
- Engage in continuing medical education (CME) activities to stay updated with the latest advancements in emergency medicine, clinical guidelines, and evidence-based practices.
- Participate in on-call rotations to provide emergency medical coverage for the hospital and respond promptly to emergency calls, including code blue and trauma alerts.
- Provide emergency medical support in disaster situations, mass casualty incidents, and other critical events, ensuring rapid assessment, triage, and stabilization.
Junior Doctor
DIVINE MULTISPECIALITY HOSPITAL
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Participated as monitoring physician in clinical trials of medications and treatments.
- Provided consultation to staff and administration on patient treatment.
- Contributed to hospital-wide safety initiatives by adhering to strict infection control protocols.
- Monitored and recorded patient progress, prompting timely and appropriate interventions.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring patient safety and optimal outcomes.
- Prescribed medications and therapies to improve patients' health and well-being.
- Participated in patient education sessions among targeted populations with prevalent health risk factors.
Medical Assistant (Intern)
SUBBAIAH INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Created and prepared patient charts accurately for clinics and medical professionals.
- Transcribed physician orders and instructions to minimize risk of miscommunication.
- Assisted in coordinating referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers when needed, facilitating seamless continuity of care for patients.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
Education
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) -
SUBBAIAH INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES
Skills
Performing clinical procedures
Medical diagnosis
Emergency response procedures
Directing team activities
Quality improvement
Coordinating treatments
Evaluating records
Medical record-keeping
Prescribing medications
Working with consultants
Reviewing procedures
Patient care
Clinical decision making
Writing prescriptions
Direct patient care
Palliative care
Timeline
Resident Medical Officer
ST JOSEPH MISSION HOSPITAL
03.2024 - Current
Junior Doctor
DIVINE MULTISPECIALITY HOSPITAL
07.2023 - 01.2024
Medical Assistant (Intern)
SUBBAIAH INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES
05.2022 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) -
SUBBAIAH INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES