We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Consultant Psychiatrist
Location: Kado, Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Part Time
Roles and Responsibilities
Assessment, Diagnosis, and Treatment:
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients prior to admission.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
- Manage in-patient care, discharge planning, and aftercare services.
Care Planning and Risk Assessment:
- Construct accurate summaries of patient needs and strengths.
- Perform comprehensive individualized risk assessments.
- Contribute to care planning and ensure the safety and well-being of patients.
Clinical Collaboration and Monitoring:
- Collaborate with the Clinical Director to oversee patient treatment plans.
- Maintain regular communication with patients, their families, and other concerned parties.
- Conduct family sessions as needed, aligning with the patient’s treatment plan.
Multidisciplinary Team Leadership:
- Provide clinical leadership to a multidisciplinary team, including Psychiatric Nurses, Support Workers, and Clinical Psychologists.
- Ensure the delivery of high-quality, comprehensive services through effective team collaboration.
Interdepartmental Contributions:
- Contribute to business development, administration, and management within the organization.
- Form partnerships with other hospitals to enhance service delivery.
Clinical Meetings and Supervision:
- Organize and supervise weekly clinical meetings to review patient progress and treatment plans.
- Take an active role in the organization’s sister charity, Reconnect Health Development Initiative.
Service Development:
- Lead efforts in developing and expanding mental health services.
- Provide consultant oversight for patients admitted to the centre, ensuring 24/7 accountability for the centre’s services.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Perform any other duties as directed by the Managing Director (MD).
- Reporting Line: The Consultant Psychiatrist will report directly to the Clinical Director.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Medical degree and specialization in Psychiatry.
- Valid medical license to practice in Nigeria.
- Fellowship (part II) of the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria or its equivalent in the relevant specialty.
- Extensive experience in mental health and substance abuse treatment.
- Strong leadership and team collaboration skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Application Closing Date
30th July, 2024.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their CVs and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience to: [email protected] with “Consultant Psychiatrist” as the subject of the email.
Deadline: July 30, 2024
Job Features
Job Category | Consultant |