• Application Deadline:
• Position: Medical Officer



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 0 - 2 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Medical / Healthcare 
  
  

Job Summary

• The Medical Officer is responsible for applying medical knowledge and skills in providing high-quality medical care to patients, diagnosing and treating patients, disease prevention, conduct medical examinations, prescribing medication, provide health education and counselling and promoting overall wellness of patients.


• It will involve collaborating with other clinical professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care and adhering to medical protocols and standards.

Job Description

• Perform patient assessment, physical examinations, order / perform necessary laboratory and diagnostic tests


• Prescribe and dispense medications in compliance with the organization’s established medical protocols and monitor patient responses.


• Work with other members of the management team to implement new clinic operating processes and systems to enhance patient flow, improve clinic administration and facilitate operating excellence.


• To undertake ward rounds, make an entry in the patient’s notes as appropriate or any other patient examinations, communication or procedures.


• Relating with patients’ relatives / caregivers on present state of health and further management.


• Undertaking within your level of experience and competence, certain medical procedures required by your senior colleagues or specialists.


• Prompt incident reporting, review and manage patient grievances and implement measures to address them


• Liaise with consultants and specialists on patients’ medical condition


• Prepare clinics for audits inspection from various health and safety agencies


• Strictly adhere to universal precautions as established by the Nigeria Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Occupational Safety and Health Administration


• Maintain strict patient confidentiality


• Complete documentation of patient findings and recommendations at the end of each visit according to established protocols


• Maintain awareness of current clinical treatment and information in the assigned area.


• Admit patients to the wards only when necessary.


• Adhere strictly to the organization’s ethical standards, medical protocols, SOPs, and regulations.


• Educate patients and their families about medical conditions and treatments.


• Encourage health maintenance and promotion through counseling and awareness activities.


• Conduct thorough medical assessments and examinations of patients.


• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans for patients.


• Monitor and provide general follow up care to patients


• Training of staff and providing health talks to patients


• Conducting internal quality checks at the hospital from time to time


• Providing emotional support to patients and relatives.


• Other duties as assigned by MD Clinical & Administration, Medical Director, or Board of Directors.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Medicine and Surgery (MBBS)


• 0-2 years of industry/clinical experience


• Valid Registration and license by the medical board.


• Strong commitment to care of patients and general customer service.


• In-depth clinical and empathetic skills


• Strong written and oral skills including computer literacy in the main processing, spreadsheet and presentation graphics programs.


• Medical knowledge


• Effective, interpersonal and communication skills.