The posting
. Job Purpose
The Medical Doctor is responsible for providing comprehensive, timely and resident-centred medical care to residents of Ju Eng Home.
The role focuses on the assessment, diagnosis, treatment and ongoing management of residents' medical conditions, ensuring continuity of care, medication safety and appropriate clinical interventions.
As a full-time member of the healthcare team, the Medical Doctor will work closely with Nursing and other healthcare professionals to strengthen medical oversight, clinical responsiveness, resident safety and quality of care across the nursing home.
2. Key Responsibilities
A. Medical Assessment and Resident Care
- Conduct regular medical rounds across all assigned wards to review residents' health conditions and treatment needs.
- Perform comprehensive medical assessments for newly admitted residents within the applicable regulatory timelines.
- Diagnose, treat and monitor acute and chronic medical conditions commonly affecting elderly residents.
- Develop and review individualised medical treatment plans based on residents' conditions, care needs and clinical progress.
- Review residents experiencing changes in medical condition, abnormal clinical findings or deterioration.
- Conduct follow-up medical reviews after hospital discharge, specialist consultations or significant clinical incidents.
- Assess residents with complex medical needs, multiple comorbidities, frailty and age-related conditions.
- Arrange appropriate diagnostic investigations, medical referrals and hospital transfers when clinically indicated.
- Ensure medical instructions and treatment plans are communicated clearly to Nursing staff and properly documented.
B. Medication Management and Safety
- Prescribe, review, adjust and discontinue medications according to residents' medical conditions and clinical needs.
- Conduct regular medication reviews and reconciliation in accordance with regulatory and clinical requirements.
- Assess polypharmacy, drug interactions, contraindications and adverse medication effects.
- Review medication-related incidents and recommend corrective measures where appropriate.
- Collaborate with Nursing and pharmacy professionals to strengthen medication administration safety.
- Ensure accurate documentation of prescriptions, treatment adjustments and medical orders.
C. Acute Care and Medical Emergency Management
- Provide timely medical assessment and management of residents with acute illness or clinical deterioration.
- Respond to urgent medical consultations and provide clear medical directions to the Nursing team.
- Assess and determine the need for emergency medical intervention, ambulance activation or hospital transfer.
- Establish and review medical escalation plans for residents with high-risk or unstable conditions.
- Provide medical guidance on emergency management procedures and support staff preparedness.
- Review significant medical incidents and recommend appropriate follow-up measures.
D. Geriatric, Palliative and End-of-Life Care
- Assess and manage common geriatric conditions including dementia, delirium, falls, frailty, malnutrition, incontinence and immobility.
- Provide medical assessment and treatment for residents with pressure injuries, chronic wounds and other complex conditions.
- Assess and manage pain, discomfort and symptoms associated with advanced illnesses.
- Support Advance Care Planning (ACP), goals-of-care discussions and appropriate end-of-life care arrangements.
- Work with Nursing, allied health professionals, residents and families to provide coordinated and compassionate care.
- Facilitate referrals to specialist palliative care services where necessary.
- Perform relevant medical duties associated with end-of-life care in accordance with applicable legal and professional requirements.
E. Clinical Quality, Safety and Medical Oversight
- Provide medical advice and professional input on clinical matters affecting resident care and safety.
- Identify medical risks, gaps in treatment and areas requiring clinical intervention.
- Participate in reviews of falls, pressure injuries, infections, medication errors and other significant clinical incidents.
- Support infection prevention and control measures, including the management of infectious diseases and outbreaks.
- Review medical practices and recommend improvements to clinical protocols and treatment processes.
- Participate in relevant clinical audits, case reviews and quality improvement initiatives.
- Provide medical input into corrective actions arising from MOH inspections, internal audits and clinical quality reviews.
- Escalate significant clinical concerns or unresolved medical risks to the CGO and Management.
F. Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Work closely with the Director of Nursing and Nursing Managers to ensure effective coordination of medical and nursing care.
- Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions and care planning meetings.
- Provide medical recommendations and clarify treatment instructions to support safe nursing practices.
- Collaborate with physiotherapists, occupational therapists, dietitians, medical social workers and other healthcare professionals.
- Communicate with residents and families regarding medical conditions, treatment decisions and changes in health status.
- Coordinate with hospitals, polyclinics, specialists and community healthcare partners to ensure continuity of care.
G. Medical Documentation and Regulatory Compliance
- Maintain accurate, complete and timely medical records, assessments, treatment plans and prescriptions.
- Ensure appropriate documentation of medical reviews, clinical decisions, referrals and follow-up arrangements.
- Complete required medical reports, certifications, referral documents and relevant clinical records.
- Practise in accordance with Singapore Medical Council professional and ethical standards.
- Comply with applicable requirements under the Healthcare Services Act, nursing home licence conditions and relevant institutional policies.
- Support clinical documentation preparation and clarification during regulatory inspections and internal reviews.
H. Clinical Education and Continuous Improvement
- Provide clinical guidance and relevant medical education to Nursing and care staff.
- Conduct or participate in case discussions, clinical sharing sessions and relevant training activities.
- Identify recurring gaps in clinical knowledge or medical management and recommend improvements.
- Support the implementation of evidence-based practices to improve resident outcomes.
- Maintain professional competency through continuing medical education and relevant professional development. 3. Job Requirements Qualifications Recognised medical degree (MBBS, MD or equivalent). Full registration with the Singapore Medical Council and a valid Practising Certificate. Relevant postgraduate qualifications or training in Family Medicine, Geriatric Medicine, Internal Medicine or Palliative Medicine would be an advantage. Experience Preferably at least 3 years of relevant post-registration clinical experience. Relevant experience in elderly care, primary care, community healthcare, geriatric medicine or long-term care settings. Experience managing residents with chronic illnesses, complex medical conditions and palliative care needs. Prior nursing home experience would be advantageous.
