Professional medical work involving the care and treatment of patients at the Vermont State Hospital. The role involves both family practice and psychiatric medicine and oversight of ancillary medical services at the Hospital. Duties are performed under the direction of an administrative supervisor.
Supervision is exercised over subordinate patient care staff.
Conducts physical examinations, takes case histories, makes appropriate diagnosis and prescribes treatment. Reviews incident reports involving both patients and staff. Arranges for the transfer of patients to general hospitals and outside medical specialists when appropriate. Conducts regular ward rounds, conducting examinations and instructing ward staff regarding care needs. Provides clinical supervision of ancillary service departments.