Community Care Doctor (Willing to travel islandwide)

Community Care Doctor

We are seeking a passionate and resourceful Community Care Doctor to join our Medical Services team. In this role, you will play a vital part in providing medical care to SLEC clients, along with advice and support to their caregivers in collaboration with the rest of the care team (e.g. nurses, therapists, social workers, counsellors, centre staff, nursing home staff, etc), both internal and external to SLEC, such that care rendered is effective, coordinated and integrated. You will take ownership to foster a culture of safety and clinical improvement, contribute to programme development and support the organisation from a clinical angle.

Responsibilities

· Provide direct medical care to clients in home and residential-based services in a team setting.

· Provide clinical advice and support to caregivers.

· Coordinate care and referrals to other social service agencies, client’s primary/ specialist care physician and other healthcare or community service providers when the need arises.

· Assist in the development of medical practice guidelines, policies and protocols as required for the safe and effective provision of healthcare in SLEC.

· Any other projects that are assigned by the manager.

Requirements

· MBBS or MD recognised by the Singapore Medical Council.

· Full registration with the Singapore Medical Council with at least 3 years of post housemanship.

· Possess good communication and interpersonal skills and willingness to serve and connect with the elderly and underprivileged.

· Relevant Graduate diplomas in Geriatric Medicine, Palliative Medicine or Mental Health would be advantageous.

· Experience working with elderly or palliative patients would be advantageous.

· Willingness to travel within Singapore.

About St Lukes Eldercare

St Lukes ElderCare (SLEC) is a Christian healthcare provider dedicated to enriching the lives of seniors in Singapore, regardless of race, language and religion.

Guided by our GRACE philosophy of care, we are committed to providing compassionate and holistic care that fosters autonomy and choice. To empower elders of varying needs, from the fit to the frail, we offer a comprehensive suite of services islandwide. These include community-based programmes that promote active ageing; centre-based offerings such as day care, rehabilitation and nursing; residential (nursing home) services for long-term care; and home-based services covering medical, nursing and therapy needs.

Leveraging our legacy of over 25 years, we are on an unstoppable mission to transform care challenges of Singapore's ageing population. Through innovation, collaboration and education, we seek to elevate the community care sector, where elders thrive in their golden years and age with dignity, independence and joy.

Incorporated in 1999, SLEC is a registered charity and an Institution of a Public Character.