Family Medicine Physician

About the position

We are looking for a doctor to work in CHINA

Job Title: Family Medicine Physician

Department: Family Medicine

General Statement of Duties:
The Family Medicine Physician will be responsible for treating and managing Family Medicine patients in the outpatient setting. Inpatient care is optional.

Primary practice location:
1) Shanghai
2) Satellite Clinics

Supervision Received: Chairperson

Supervision Exercised: None

QUALIFICATIONS
Board Certified/Board Eligible (or equivalent) in Family Medicine or Equivalent

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Doctor of medicine degree (or equivalent) from an approved school of medicine

Completion of residency training in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine (or Equivalent) at a hospital and program acceptable to the Department Chairperson and Chief Medical Officer

Minimum 3-5 years experience post-residency in the clinical arena preferred

LANGUAGE SKILLS
Fluency in English Required
Fluency in Mandarin a preferred
Fluency in German and/or French a plus.

REASONING ABILITY
Superior diagnostic skills

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Examines, diagnoses, and treats acute and chronic diseases and injuries within the scope of Family

Medicine in both the outpatient and inpatient setting (optional). Prepares and reviews case histories and obtains data through interviews. Examines patients and determines x-ray examinations and clinical laboratory tests required. Interprets test results and evaluates examination findings. Conducts ward rounds (optional) and prescribes therapy. Administers and prescribes treatment such as antibiotics, drugs, and compresses. Performs minor surgical procedures. Determines need for and assists in specialized medical care and treatment. May be granted additional privileges based on documented proficiency. Communicate with patients by phone or email when necessary.
Will agree to serve on at least one hospital/clinic committee.
Works on quality improvement activities within the department in collaboration with other Family Medicine physicians and Department Chairperson.
Will work closely with the Department Chairperson in supporting departmental goals.

May be granted additional responsibilities based on consultation with the Department Chairperson.

If you have all of the requirements above, please send an updated CV,. HPCSA document and Family Medicine qualifications and I will get the inital online interview sorted.
I will also pay a referral fee of R2500 should you refer to a doctor that accepts the job

Desired Skills:

• China
• Willing to Relocate

Desired Accreditations:

• Health Professions Council of South Africa