Resident Medical Officer (RMO)

Pay

To be discussed

Job Description

Position

Resident Medical Officer (RMO)

Location

Kolkata

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and clinically proficient Resident Medical Officer (RMO) to provide high-quality medical care across hospital wards, emergency, and critical care units. The candidate will work on a rotation-based shift schedule and act as the primary on-site physician, responsible for initial patient assessments, executing consultant orders, handling medical emergencies, and ensuring seamless clinical communication.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct initial clinical assessments, take detailed medical histories, and admit patients from the emergency or outpatient departments.

Accompany senior consultants and attending physicians during daily ward rounds, accurately document treatment plans, and ensure timely execution of all medical orders.

Work dynamically across day, night, and weekend rotation-based shifts to ensure continuous 24/7 medical coverage for admitted patients.

Monitor patient progress, review vital signs, check laboratory/radiology reports, and immediately notify the respective consultants of any critical changes in a patient’s condition.

Respond swiftly as the first-line physician to Code Blue and floor emergencies, initiating basic and advanced life support (BLS/ACLS) protocols to stabilize patients.

Prepare and maintain meticulous clinical documentation, including admission notes, progress sheets, discharge summaries, and legal consent forms in compliance with NABH and state clinical establishment guidelines.

Perform routine bedside clinical procedures (e.g., IV cannulation, catheterization, Ryle's tube insertion, suturing, and wound dressings) under sterile protocols.

Counsel patients and their relatives regarding the diagnosis, ongoing treatment plans, and discharge care instructions with empathy and clarity.

Facilitate smooth patient handovers to the incoming RMO and nursing staff at the end of each shift to ensure continuity of care.

Qualifications

MBBS degree from a recognized medical institution.

Valid registration with the Medical Council of India (MCI) or the West Bengal Medical Council (WBMC).

Experience

0–4 years of post-internship clinical experience as an RMO or Junior Resident.

Experience in a multi-specialty hospital, emergency department, or ICU setting will be highly valued.

Skills Required

Strong clinical acumen for accurate physical diagnosis and triage.

Ability to remain composed and make sound clinical decisions during emergencies.

Excellent bedside manner, patience, and interpersonal communication skills.

High proficiency in clinical documentation and hospital management software.

Familiarity with standard infection control, biomedical waste management, and hospital quality protocols.

Adaptability to working flexible, rotation-based shift schedules.

Salary

Salary to be discussed during the interview, commensurate with clinical experience and qualifications.

Benefits

Food provided during shifts

Accommodation provided during shifts

Work Location

In person

Work Location

In person