DOCTOR

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Take prompt action if you think that patient safety, dignity or comfort is being compromised.
• Protect and promote the health of patients and the public.
• Treat patients as individuals and respect their dignity.
  • Treat patients politely and considerately.
  • Respect patients’ right to confidentiality.
• Work in partnership with patients.
  • Listen to, and respond to, their concerns and preferences.
  • Give patients the information they want or need in a way they can understand.
  • Respect patients’ right to reach decisions with you about their treatment and care.
  • Support patients in caring for themselves to improve and maintain their health.
• Work with colleagues in the ways that best serve patients’ interests.
• Be honest and open and act with integrity.
• Never discriminate unfairly against patients or colleagues.
• Never abuse your patients’ trust in you or the public’s trust in the profession.

QUALIFICATION:

MASTERS, DEGREE AND ANY OTHER PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE