• Application Deadline: Thu, 16 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Medical Officer


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA


• Experience 10 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Medical / Healthcare 
  

Job Purpose

• Our organization is in search of a highly capable Senior medical officer to manage our medical team and to supervise the healthcare services that they provide. Senior medical officers are physicians who manage all aspects related to patient care within their departments.


• They oversee daily operations, serve as clinical advisors, and investigate any problems that may arise. They also contribute to medical research programs and supervise clinical trials.


• An accomplished Medical Officer will be someone who can align their medical expertise with best practices in health administration.

Responsibilities

• Contributing clinical expertise to patient care and providing guidance to junior physicians.


• Performing administrative duties and risk management.


• Ensuring the highest standards in patient care are maintained.


• Verifying complex diagnoses and facilitating treatment plans.


• Hiring, supervising, and mentoring healthcare professionals and collaborating with consultants.


• Managing allocated budgets and identifying areas of improvement in inpatient care.


• Keeping informed on advancements in the field and contributing to medical research programs.


• Ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and safety standards.


• Reporting to senior management, as well as liaising between administrative and medical staff.


• Ensuring consistent and accurate medical record-keeping practices.

Requirements and Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Medicine (MBBS)


• A master's degree in health administration (MHA) or business administration (MBA) would be advantageous.


• 10+ years' clinical experience.


• Should possess extensive clinical knowledge and demonstrable experience in a similar managerial role.


• At least four years' experience in health administration.


• Clinical risk management experience.


• Advanced knowledge of medical research methodology and ethics.


• Extensive knowledge of medical record-keeping practices.


• Advanced ability to ensure the highest standards in patient care and compliance with healthcare regulations.


• Ability to keep abreast of advancements in the field of specialization.


• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.