Overall responsibility for the effective functioning of the hospital

Participates in administrative decision making and recommends and approves policies and procedures. 

Participates in the activities of quality assurance; pharmacy, infection control, safety and medical care committees.

Participates in disciplinary actions of the organization when appropriate. 

Organizes and coordinates physician services and services provided by other professionals as they relate to patient care. 

Assures that medical records systems meet the needs of patients. 

Assures adequate documentation of health care.

Participates in the process to ensure the appropriateness and quality of medical care and medically related care 

Participates in the development and conduct of educational programs. 

Participates in the surveillance and promotion in the health safety, and welfare of employees. 

Participates in establishing policies and procedures for assuring that the rights of individuals (staff members, and patients) are respected. 

Acquires, maintains, and applies knowledge of social, regulatory, political, and economic factors that relate to patient care services. 

Ensures that effective programs, policies and procedures are introduced and implemented for the smooth and responsible functioning of the departments of the hospital, especially the Medical Departments and Nursing Departments. Ensures the same for Administrative departments through the Administration department.

Supports continuous Quality Improvement. Develops and promotes appropriate standards of care.

Demonstrates good knowledge and control of hospital processes.

Provides direction for the hospital and ensures that corporate vision, mission and objectives are fulfilled.

Inculcates and cultivates corporate values.