1. Analytical/problem solving: | • Ability to investigate, analyse and synthesise complex information critically, to make rational evidence-based judgments and generate appropriate solutions. |
• Awareness of holistic aspects of patient care and how to manage their influence. | |
2. Professional/ethical: | • Demonstrated professional demeanour, shows respect for the views of others; Commitment to life-long learning and continuous professional development; |
• Acceptance of professional code of ethics and legal obligations such as special duty of care, equity of access, confidentiality requirements, honesty and integrity; | |
• Commitment to maintain professional standards; | |
• Ability to develop professional networks. | |
3. Clinical knowledge: | • Sufficient knowledge of how to manage common acute & chronic problems and how to recognise & respond to significantly ill patients within posed clinical problems; |
• Ability to develop working diagnoses; | |
• Ability to judiciously prescribe medication and order investigations; | |
 | • Ability to apply clinical knowledge effectively and appropriately |