Medical Officer needed at St Luke’s Hospital Asaba
Job title : Medical Officer
Job Location : Delta
Deadline : June 15, 2024
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The Role
- Reporting to the Chief Medical Director, the medical officer assists consultants in the day-to-day management of patients under the supervision of a Consultant Family Physician.
- The medical officer will also take an active role in overseeing the medical care of patients and the functions performed by medical staff.
- They may participate directly in care when services are initially implemented.
- They may also help assess and diagnose needs and plans of action for individuals and families.
Responsibilities
- Ensuring that patient care is optimal in adherence to the clinical guidelines and St. Luke’s Hospital quality standards.
- Performing inpatient and outpatient reviews with initial assessment and management.
- Providing necessary documentation on health reports and discharge summaries of patients.
- Liaising with consultants regarding the provision of inpatient and outpatient assessment and care, including diagnoses and medication plans.
- Providing medical cover (routine and emergency), during hours of duty and working in conjunction with the other medical officers to ensure the provision of a 24-hour service to the hospital.
- Relating with patients’ relatives/caregivers on the present state of health and further management.
- Making entries into the patients’ notes as appropriate, following ward rounds or any other patient examinations, communication, or procedures.
- Undertaking, within your level of experience and competence, certain medical procedures required by your senior colleagues
Qualifications & Requirements
- MBBS or equivalent
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in general medicine.
- Certification – Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria; Certificate of Practicing License.
- Proficiency with the use of the computer.
- Candidates must possess an NYSC discharge certificate or exemption letter.
- Excellent problem-solving and clinical decision-making skills
- Good time management and organizational skills
- Highly motivated team player willing to go the extra mile
- Primaries in family medicine will be an added advantage.
How to Apply for this Offer
Interested and qualified candidates should apply by sending their CV and application letters to: hrmshospital@gmail.com using the job title as the subject of the email. OR
Submit their applications in person at:
St. Luke’s Hospital,
Opposite Delta Broadcasting Service,
DBS Road, Asaba,
Delta State.
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