We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Medical Officer
Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports To: Head of Clinical
Job Relationships: Patients, Parents, Nurses, Pediatricians, Consultants, Pharmacy, Laboratory
Role Definition
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- The Medical Officer is responsible for consulting and examining patients, making diagnoses, conducting investigations, and providing appropriate treatment.
- This role requires strong clinical judgment, efficient use of resources, and effective collaboration within the healthcare team.
Job Description
- Take patients’ medical history.
- Conduct thorough physical examinations.
- Make accurate diagnoses based on history and physical exams.
- Prescribe and manage antibiotics judiciously.
- Order and interpret laboratory tests appropriately.
- Demonstrate the ability to make clinical judgments.
- Utilize available resources efficiently and cost-effectively.
- Handle emergency medical situations alongside other medical officers to ensure patient safety and security, with proper documentation of electronic health records.
- Document patient records accurately on the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system.
- Ensure proper follow-up of patient results and reviews.
- Initiate and actively participate in quality improvement measures.
- Perform other functions as assigned by the Head of Clinical.
Key Performance Indicators (KPI)
- Proficiency in laceration repairs.
- Consistent adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and processes.
- Well-documented EMR notes on patients.
- Successful follow-up of clients.
- Completion of discharge summaries.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Writing comprehensive care plans in the EMR.
- Conducting and documenting thorough physical exams, including allergy status.
- Providing follow-up or return visits.
Requirements
- Medical degree and current practicing license.
- 2 – 4 years relevant work experience.
- Proven experience as a Medical Officer.
- Strong knowledge of emergency medical procedures.
- Familiarity with Electronic Medical Record systems.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Job Competencies / Skills Requirements:
- Proficient in suturing repairs.
- Competent in the insertion of peripheral lines.
- Capable of conducting developmental assessments of well children.
- Adherence to laid-down protocols in disease management.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Salary
N250,000 – N300,000 Monthly.
Application Closing Date
31st January, 2024.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.
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