A private hospital in Lokogoma, Abuja is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Locum Medical Officer.
Salary Grade: Pay per Shift (Negotiable)
Contract Type: Temporary
Working Pattern: Shift Work (Morning shift 8:00am – 6:00pm; Night shift 6:00pm – 8:00am)
Number of posts: 2
Job Summary: The Medical Officer is responsible for applying medical knowledge and skills in the diagnosis, disease prevention and treatment of patients.
Job Description:
● We are seeking a highly capable medical officer to work in close collaboration with our team of Consultants and Specialists.
● To ensure success, medical officers should exhibit adequate clinical knowledge and basic emergency medical and surgical skills.
● MBBS or its equivalent
● Full registration with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria
● Valid medical practicing license.
● Post NYSC Medical Officer.
● Basic and Advanced life support skills
● Willing to act and eager to adopt new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm
● Good communication and interpersonal skills
● Sound medical knowledge
● Good leadership and counseling skills
● Patient-focused approach
● Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
● Flexible, team player, and critical thinker.
● Be able to work with minimal supervision.
● Knowledgeable in acute care medicine
● Good knowledge of surgical management and care
OTHER REQUIREMENT
● Applicants are to indicate what shift they are interested in.
● Candidates shall be invited for a short interview before selection.
Application closes: 31st June 2022
● Monitor and provide general and follow-up care to patients at designated workstations.
● Liaise with consultants and specialists on patients’ medical condition
● Prescribe and carry out appropriate investigations and medication in line with diagnosis and as directed by a specialist.
● Examine and evaluate patients to diagnose their medical conditions in liaison with respective specialists/consultants.
● Prompt incidence reporting and management of patients’ grievances
● Maintain complete and accurate documentation of patient encounters.
● Provide health education and support to patients and their attendants
● Liaise and work with other medical and non-medical staff to ensure quality care is given to patients
● Ensure smooth running of the outpatient clinics
● Maintain confidentiality and impartiality
● Comply with the use of Standard Operating Procedures and policies/adherence to quality standards and clinical practice guidelines.
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