Vacancy For Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Essential Functions

·         Provide patient focused Obstetrics and Gynaecology services and ensure optimal care of patients.

·         Records and reports test results and examination of information to diagnose medical condition of patient.

·          To provide antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal care in the obstetric service in close co-operation with other specialties.

·         Collect, record, and maintain patient information, such as medical histories, reports, and examination results.

·         Explain procedures and discuss test results or prescribed treatments with patients.

·         Monitor patients' condition and progress and re-evaluate treatments as necessary.

·         Perform caesarean sections or other surgical procedures as needed to preserve patients' health and deliver babies safely.

·         Prescribe or administer therapy, medication and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury.

·         To establish and run a one-stop out-patient hysteroscopy clinic as well as other minimal access surgeries at the Ikeja branch.

·         To facilitate & participate in weekly departmental meetings and meetings related to the ongoing review and evaluation of the obstetrics and gynaecology service.

·         Refer patients to medical specialist or other practitioner when necessary.

·         Treat diseases of female organs.

·         Conduct research to develop or test medications, treatments, or procedures to prevent or control disease or injury.

·         Consult with, or provide consulting services to other physicians.

·         Direct and coordinate activities of nurses, medical officers, assistants, specialists, therapists, and other medical staff.

·         Plan, implement, or administer health programs in the hospital for prevention and treatment of injuries or illnesses.

·         Participate in continuing professional development at local and international level.

·         Participate in clinical recruitment exercises for the hospital.

·         To participate in Clinical observership and trainings, also to adopt the role of clinical supervisor to medical officers.

Condition of Service

·         Must meet the essential person specification

·         Provision of satisfactory references

·         The appointee is expected to undergo annual appraisal within the hospital’s framework and attain appropriate and sufficient continual professional development to meet required recommendation

Competencies

·         Active Listening

·         Critical Thinking

·         Sound Judgment and Decision Making

·         Time Management

·         Learning Strategies

·         Active Learning

·         Quality Control Analysis

·         Good Writing skills

·         Problem Solving

·         Management of Personnel Resources

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position is responsible for the direct supervision of all employees in your area of speciality and Medical Officers under the supervision of the Medical Director.