• Application Deadline:
• Position: Medical Doctor



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 2 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Medical / Healthcare 
  
  

Job Purpose

• The Medical Officer is responsible for providing safe, effective, and patient-centred medical care through accurate diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of patients, while ensuring compliance with clinical standards, hospital policies, and regulatory requirements.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive medical assessments, including history taking, physical examinations, and interpretation of diagnostic results


• Make accurate clinical diagnoses and develop, implement, and review appropriate treatment and care plans.


• Prescribe, administer, and monitor medications and therapeutic interventions in accordance with approved clinical guidelines and protocols.


• Provide prompt medical attention and effective response to emergencies, acute illnesses, and critical clinical situations.


• Monitor patient progress, evaluate treatment outcomes, and adjust management plans as clinically indicated.


• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely patient medical records, reports, and documentation in line with hospital and legal requirements.


• Collaborate with nurses, specialists, allied health professionals, and other members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure continuity and quality of care.


• Supervise, mentor, and provide clinical guidance to junior medical officers, interns, and other assigned clinical staff.


• Participate in ward rounds, clinical meetings, case reviews, and handover processes.


• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, ethical standards, regulatory requirements, infection prevention and control measures, and patient confidentiality obligations.


• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical audits, and continuing professional development activities.


• Escalate complex or high-risk cases appropriately to the Lead Consultant or specialists.

Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent Medical Degree from a recognized institution.


• Full registration and current practicing license with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN).


• Minimum of Two [2] years post-qualification clinical experience.


• Must have Completed of Housemanship and NYSC.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and decision-making skills.


• Sound knowledge of evidence-based medical practice and clinical guidelines.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.


• High level of professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct.


• Good documentation and record-keeping skills.

Working Conditions:

• Shift-based clinical duties, including weekends and on-call responsibilities, as required.


• Exposure to clinical risks inherent in healthcare settings, with adherence to safety protocols.