1. Getting Started
1.1 System Requirements
- Browser: Google Chrome (recommended), Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge
- Internet Connection: Stable broadband connection
- Screen Resolution: Minimum 1280x720 pixels
1.2 Logging In
- Open your web browser and navigate to your clinic URL
- Enter your credentials:
- Email: Your registered email address
- Password: Your account password
- Click Sign In
Note: If you forget your password, contact your system administrator to reset it.
1.3 First-Time Setup
When you first log in as a Clinic Admin, you'll need to:
- Create your first clinic - Set up your clinic profile with basic information
- Add doctors - Invite or add doctors to your clinic
- Add staff - Add medical secretaries to your clinic
- Configure settings - Set up clinic letterhead and preferences
1.4 Navigation
The main navigation sidebar includes:
| Menu Item |
Description |
| Dashboard | Overview of clinic performance and quick stats |
| Clinics | Manage your clinics |
| Reports | View clinical and financial reports |
| Settings | Configure clinic settings |
2. Dashboard Overview
The Clinic Admin Dashboard provides a quick overview of your clinic's performance.
2.1 Key Metrics
- Total Clinics - Number of clinics you manage
- Active Clinics - Number of currently active clinics
- Total Doctors - Doctors across all your clinics
- Total Patients - Cumulative patient count
2.2 Quick Actions
From the dashboard, you can quickly:
- Create Clinic button (top right) - Add a new clinic
- Staff button - Manage doctors and secretaries for a clinic
- Letterhead button - Configure clinic letterhead
- Edit button - Update clinic information
3. Clinic Management
3.1 Creating a New Clinic
- Navigate to My Clinics from the sidebar
- Click the Create Clinic button (top right)
- Fill in the required information:
| Field |
Description |
Required |
| Clinic Name | Official name of your clinic (e.g., "Downtown Medical Center") | Yes |
| Clinic Code | Unique identifier, lowercase, no spaces (e.g., "downtown") | Yes |
| Address | Complete clinic address | Yes |
| Phone | Contact number (e.g., "(02) 8888-1234") | Yes |
| Email | Clinic email address | Yes |
- Click Save to create the clinic
3.2 Viewing Clinic Details
- Go to Clinics
- Click on a clinic card to view details
- You'll see:
- Basic clinic information
- List of associated doctors
- List of staff members (secretaries)
- Clinic statistics
3.3 Editing Clinic Information
- Navigate to the clinic details page
- Click Edit button
- Update the necessary fields
- Click Save Changes
3.4 Configuring Clinic Letterhead
The letterhead appears on all printed documents (prescriptions, invoices, medical certificates).
- Go to clinic details
- Click Letterhead Settings
- Configure:
| Field |
Description |
| Letterhead Clinic Name | Name as it appears on documents |
| Letterhead Address | Full address for documents |
| Letterhead Phone | Contact number for documents |
| Clinic Hours | Operating hours (e.g., "Mon-Sat 8AM-5PM") |
| Logo URL | URL to your clinic logo image |
- Click Save Letterhead
3.5 Deactivating a Clinic
Warning: Deactivating a clinic will remove access for all associated doctors and staff.
- Go to clinic details
- Click Deactivate Clinic
- Confirm the action
4. Doctor Management
4.1 Adding a Doctor to Your Clinic
- Navigate to the clinic details page
- Click + Add Doctor
- Search for the doctor by:
- Select the doctor from search results
- Click Add to Clinic
Note: Doctors must already have an account in the system. If the doctor doesn't exist, they need to register first.
4.2 Viewing Clinic Doctors
- Go to clinic details
- Scroll to the Doctors section
- View the list showing:
- Doctor name
- Specialty
- PRC License Number
- Status (Active, On Break, Out of Office)
- Date joined
4.3 Searching for Available Doctors
Use the search feature to find doctors:
- Click + Add Doctor
- Type at least 2 characters in the search box
- Results show doctors not yet in your clinic
- Search matches against: First name, Last name, Email address
4.4 Removing a Doctor from Clinic
- Go to clinic details
- Find the doctor in the list
- Click the Remove button (trash icon)
- Confirm the removal
Note: This doesn't delete the doctor's account - it only removes their association with your clinic.
5. Staff Management
Medical Secretaries are clinic staff who help manage appointments, patient check-ins, and administrative tasks.
5.1 Adding a Secretary to Your Clinic
- Navigate to the clinic details page
- Click + Add Secretary
- Search for the secretary by name or email
- Select the secretary from search results
- Click Add to Clinic
5.2 Viewing Clinic Secretaries
- Go to clinic details
- Scroll to the Staff section
- View the list showing: Secretary name, Email, Date joined, Status
5.3 Secretary Capabilities
Once added to a clinic, secretaries can:
- View and manage appointments for doctors in the clinic
- Check in patients
- Manage patient queue
- View patient information
- Process basic billing tasks
5.4 Removing a Secretary from Clinic
- Go to clinic details
- Find the secretary in the staff list
- Click the Remove button
- Confirm the removal
6. Reports & Analytics
6.1 Accessing Reports
- Navigate to Reports from the sidebar
- Select the report type using the tabs:
- Clinical Reports - Patient and consultation metrics
- Financial Summary - Revenue and billing analytics
6.2 Clinical Reports
Clinical reports provide insights into patient care and clinic operations.
Setting Date Range
- Use quick filters: Today, This Week, This Month, This Year
- Or select custom date range and click Apply
Available Metrics
| Metric | Description |
| Total Appointments | All appointments in the period |
| Completed | Successfully completed consultations |
| Cancelled | Cancelled appointments |
| No-Shows | Patients who didn't show up |
| Total Patients | Unique patients seen |
| New Patients | First-time patients |
| Returning Patients | Repeat patients |
| Average Consultation Duration | Mean consultation time |
| Completion Rate | Percentage of completed vs scheduled |
6.3 Financial Reports
Financial reports help track revenue and billing performance.
| Metric | Description |
| Total Revenue | Sum of all paid invoices |
| Pending Revenue | Unpaid invoice amounts |
| Average Invoice Value | Mean invoice amount |
| Total Invoices | Number of invoices generated |
6.4 Exporting Reports
- Generate the desired report
- Click Export button
- Choose format: PDF (for printing) or Excel (for further analysis)
7. Settings & Configuration
7.1 Clinic Settings
Configure general clinic settings:
- Go to Settings
- Select Clinic Settings
- Configure: Default consultation duration, Operating hours, Appointment buffer time, Auto-confirmation settings
7.2 Notification Settings
Manage how notifications are sent:
- Go to Settings > Notifications
- Configure: Email notifications, SMS notifications (if enabled), Appointment reminders
7.3 User Profile
Update your personal information:
- Click your profile icon (top right)
- Select Profile
- Update: Name, Email, Password, Contact information
8. Troubleshooting
8.1 Common Issues
Cannot Add Doctor
- Cause: Doctor doesn't have an account or is already in the clinic
- Solution: Ensure the doctor has registered and isn't already associated
Reports Not Loading
- Cause: Date range too large or network issues
- Solution: Try a smaller date range or refresh the page
Cannot Remove Doctor/Secretary
- Cause: They may have pending appointments
- Solution: Ensure all pending appointments are resolved first
8.2 Getting Help
If you encounter issues not covered here:
- Email Support: support@ritecaredr.com
- Documentation: Check the online help section
- System Status: Check if there are any ongoing maintenance activities
8.3 Data Privacy
As a Clinic Admin, you have access to sensitive patient and clinic data. Please ensure:
- Keep your login credentials secure
- Log out when leaving your workstation
- Only access data necessary for your role
- Report any security concerns immediately
RiteCareDoctor complies with the Philippine Data Privacy Act of 2012 (RA 10173).
Appendix
A: User Roles Reference
| Role | Description | Capabilities |
| Clinic Admin | Manages clinics, doctors, and staff | Full clinic management, reports, settings |
| Doctor | Licensed physician | Patient care, prescriptions, consultations |
| Secretary | Medical Secretary | Appointments, check-ins, basic admin |
| Patient | End user | Book appointments, view records |
B: Keyboard Shortcuts
| Shortcut | Action |
Ctrl + / | Open search |
Esc | Close modal/dialog |
Enter | Confirm action |
C: Glossary
| Term | Definition |
| Medical Secretary | Medical Office Assistant - clinic staff member |
| PRC | Professional Regulation Commission |
| HMO | Health Maintenance Organization |
| EMR | Electronic Medical Record |
| SOAP | Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan (clinical note format) |
| ICD-10 | International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision |