Key Duties and Responsibilities
A. ENT Clinical Services
- Conduct specialized consultations and examinations for patients with ear, nose, and throat conditions.
- Diagnose and manage common and complex ENT disorders within the scope of available facilities and professional qualifications.
- Assess and treat ear infections, hearing problems, tinnitus, and other ear-related conditions.
- Diagnose and manage nasal allergies, sinusitis, nosebleeds, and other nasal conditions.
- Assess and treat throat infections, tonsillitis, voice disorders, and swallowing difficulties.
- Provide appropriate prescriptions and treatment plans based on approved clinical guidelines.
- Perform minor ENT procedures within professional competence and available facility capacity.
B. Patient Assessment and Management
- Take detailed medical histories and conduct appropriate physical examinations.
- Request and interpret relevant diagnostic investigations when available.
- Identify emergency ENT conditions and provide immediate initial management.
- Refer complicated or surgical cases to appropriate specialized hospitals.
- Ensure appropriate follow-up and continuity of patient care.
C. Patient Counseling and Health Education
- Educate patients and families about ENT diseases, prevention, treatment, and follow-up care.
- Provide counseling on ear hygiene, hearing protection, and prevention of hearing loss.
- Promote awareness of common ENT conditions and early treatment-seeking behaviors.
D. Infection Prevention and Control
- Follow established infection prevention and control (IPC) procedures.
- Ensure proper sterilization and disinfection of ENT instruments.
- Maintain safe clinical practices and appropriate medical waste disposal.
E. Documentation and Reporting
- Maintain accurate patient consultation records and medical histories.
- Document diagnoses, treatment plans, prescriptions, procedures, and referrals.
- Prepare and submit daily and monthly service reports as required.
- Maintain confidentiality of all patient information.
F. Coordination and Professional Responsibilities
- Coordinate with general practitioners, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
- Participate in clinical meetings, trainings, and quality improvement activities.
- Follow organizational policies, safeguarding standards, and professional ethics.
- Perform other relevant duties assigned by the supervisor within the scope of the position.