Published on: March 18, 2025

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Senior Doctor who will also serve as the Medical Director to lead the operations and clinical services at a newly developed Palliative Care Centre in Tumkur, Karnataka. This role is pivotal in ensuring the provision of high-quality palliative care services, overseeing a 75-bed facility and leading a multidisciplinary team dedicated to improving the quality of life for patients and their families.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Clinical Leadership and Patient Care
   • Provide expert clinical care in palliative medicine, including pain management and symptom relief, ensuring adherence to best practices in palliative care.
   • Undertake relevant medical interventions needed for optimum pain management as per patient diagnosis
   • Lead and oversee a team of healthcare professionals, ensuring that care is delivered with compassion, dignity, and professionalism.
2. Operational Leadership
   • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the 75-bed facility, ensuring optimal functioning of all departments, including patient care, administrative, and support services.
   • Advice on the standard operating procedures (SOPs) and implement operational policies, and guidelines to maintain the highest standards of care and safety.
   • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, healthcare standards, and ethical practices.
3. Strategic Planning and Development
   • Lead strategic planning for the centre’s growth, including help in outreach within the medical fraternity, financial oversight, budget planning, and resource allocation.
   • Drive initiatives for community engagement and awareness programs to promote palliative care within Tumkur and surrounding areas.
   • Collaborate with stakeholders and partners, including government bodies, healthcare organizations, universities, and local communities, to enhance palliative care services.
4. Team Management and Training
   • Recruit, train, and manage a skilled and compassionate team of healthcare providers and support staff.
   • Organize and conduct training sessions, workshops, and continuous learning opportunities to enhance the skills of the team in palliative care.
   • Foster a culture of teamwork, empathy, and dedication to patient-centric care.
   • Manage collaborations with relevant technical partners for the centre
5. Quality and Performance Improvement
   • Develop and monitor quality assurance metrics to assess and improve patient care outcomes.
   • Implement feedback mechanisms to address patient and family needs, ensuring their voices are central to service improvement.
   • Lead initiatives for process improvement, leveraging data and analytics to drive efficiencies and enhance patient satisfaction.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Educational Requirements: MD with a specialization in Palliative Medicine. Additional certifications or degrees in palliative care are highly desirable.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in palliative care, with demonstrated expertise in pain management and anaesthesia administration.
• Language Skills: Fluency in Kannada is mandatory to ensure effective communication with patients and families.
• Leadership Skills: Strong leadership and managerial skills with experience overseeing clinical and operational teams in a healthcare setting.
• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication, empathy, and the ability to connect with patients, families, and staff.
• Analytical and Decision-Making Skills: Strong analytical skills and the ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Requirements:

• Demonstrated commitment to the values and principles of palliative care.
• Experience in leading or setting up a healthcare facility, ideally in a rural or semi-urban setting, will be advantageous.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead and develop a marquee palliative care facility in Karnataka 
• Supportive work environment dedicated to professional and personal growth.

To Apply: Please submit your CV along with a cover letter detailing your experience in palliative care and why you are suited for this leadership role to aif@iecorp.in