Medical Officer
Full Time5 months ago
Employment Information
About the Job
Location: Igarra, Edo State, Nigeria
About Us:
Alafia Specialist Clinic and Maternity Home is a private clinic founded by the late Dr. Augustine Momo Owolabi in 1983, with a mission to provide quality healthcare and education to rural communities. This organisation comprises of 30- 50 employees and is committed to community welfare and healthcare. We strongly believe in giving back to the community; hence, we regularly organize free healthcare initiatives for neighbouring communities. Our services encompass healthcare consultations, laboratory diagnostics, pharmaceutical services, comprehensive maternity care and surgeries.
Role Purpose:
We are in search of a compassionate and dedicated Medical Officer to join our team at Alafia Specialist Clinic and Maternity Home. The ideal candidate is a qualified medical doctor deeply committed to delivering exceptional healthcare services. As a Medical Officer, you will diagnose and treat various medical conditions, conduct examinations, prescribe medications, perform procedures, and coordinate patient care.
Collaborating with fellow healthcare professionals, you'll ensure patient-centric care delivery while educating patients and families on preventive healthcare measures. We seek someone with exemplary clinical skills, effective communication, and a profound sense of empathy and professionalism. This role presents an opportunity to positively impact the health and well-being of Igarra and neighbouring communities in Edo State.
Key Responsibilities:
Addressing client medical issues through history review, treatment, counselling, and examination management.
Upholding confidentiality and impartiality in all interactions.
Recording and maintaining sensitive patient/client information such as medical history and examination results.
Performing procedures including suturing, appendectomy, herniorrhaphy, lumpectomy, and caesarean section.
Providing clear explanations of procedures and prescribed treatments to patients.
Meeting government-set treatment targets and staying updated on medical developments.
Coordinating primary and secondary care, offering clinical expertise, and providing guidance to the healthcare team.
Managing administrative tasks such as reporting, accurate documentation, and risk management.
Continuously evaluating and enhancing clinical operations while ensuring adherence to healthcare regulations and ethical standards.
Advocating for patients and efficiently managing accident and emergency cases.
Effectively managing Obs and Gynae patients, particularly antenatal, intrapartum, and postpartum care.
Key Skills and Experience:
Medical degree qualification.
Minimum of 3 years of post NYSC experience.
Valid registration and license from the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN).
Proficiency in computer literacy and Microsoft Office tools.
Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities.
Demonstrated compassion, dedication, and attention to detail.
Ability to use ultrasound machine especially for antenatal patients.
Excellent counselling, teaching, and listening skills.
Exceptional decision-making and management capabilities.
Key Success Measures
Patient Satisfaction levels assessed through surveys, feedback forms, or direct interactions to ensure that their healthcare needs are being met effectively.
Monitoring the effectiveness of medical treatments and interventions by tracking patient outcomes, such as recovery rates, complication rates, and overall health improvements.
Compliance with Medical Standards and protocols in clinical practice to maintain quality and safety in patient care.
Evaluating the medical officer's efficiency in managing patient caseloads, conducting examinations, performing procedures, and completing administrative tasks within designated timeframes.
Measuring the medical officer's ability to collaborate effectively with other healthcare professionals, communicate efficiently, and contribute positively to multidisciplinary care teams.
Ensuring adherence to ethical principles and codes of conduct in medical practice, including confidentiality, integrity, and respect for patient autonomy.
Assessing the medical officer's ability to effectively utilize healthcare resources, including medical equipment, medications, and staff, to optimize patient care outcomes while minimizing waste and inefficiency.
Pay and Benefits
A furnished 2-bedroom apartment
Very competitive pay
A percentage on every major surgery performed upon successful completion of probation.
Location: Igarra, Edo State, Nigeria
About Us:
Alafia Specialist Clinic and Maternity Home is a private clinic founded by the late Dr. Augustine Momo Owolabi in 1983, with a mission to provide quality healthcare and education to rural communities. This organisation comprises of 30- 50 employees and is committed to community welfare and healthcare. We strongly believe in giving back to the community; hence, we regularly organize free healthcare initiatives for neighbouring communities. Our services encompass healthcare consultations, laboratory diagnostics, pharmaceutical services, comprehensive maternity care and surgeries.
Role Purpose:
We are in search of a compassionate and dedicated Medical Officer to join our team at Alafia Specialist Clinic and Maternity Home. The ideal candidate is a qualified medical doctor deeply committed to delivering exceptional healthcare services. As a Medical Officer, you will diagnose and treat various medical conditions, conduct examinations, prescribe medications, perform procedures, and coordinate patient care.
Collaborating with fellow healthcare professionals, you'll ensure patient-centric care delivery while educating patients and families on preventive healthcare measures. We seek someone with exemplary clinical skills, effective communication, and a profound sense of empathy and professionalism. This role presents an opportunity to positively impact the health and well-being of Igarra and neighbouring communities in Edo State.
Key Responsibilities:
Addressing client medical issues through history review, treatment, counselling, and examination management.
Upholding confidentiality and impartiality in all interactions.
Recording and maintaining sensitive patient/client information such as medical history and examination results.
Performing procedures including suturing, appendectomy, herniorrhaphy, lumpectomy, and caesarean section.
Providing clear explanations of procedures and prescribed treatments to patients.
Meeting government-set treatment targets and staying updated on medical developments.
Coordinating primary and secondary care, offering clinical expertise, and providing guidance to the healthcare team.
Managing administrative tasks such as reporting, accurate documentation, and risk management.
Continuously evaluating and enhancing clinical operations while ensuring adherence to healthcare regulations and ethical standards.
Advocating for patients and efficiently managing accident and emergency cases.
Effectively managing Obs and Gynae patients, particularly antenatal, intrapartum, and postpartum care.
Key Skills and Experience:
Medical degree qualification.
Minimum of 3 years of post NYSC experience.
Valid registration and license from the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN).
Proficiency in computer literacy and Microsoft Office tools.
Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities.
Demonstrated compassion, dedication, and attention to detail.
Ability to use ultrasound machine especially for antenatal patients.
Excellent counselling, teaching, and listening skills.
Exceptional decision-making and management capabilities.
Key Success Measures
Patient Satisfaction levels assessed through surveys, feedback forms, or direct interactions to ensure that their healthcare needs are being met effectively.
Monitoring the effectiveness of medical treatments and interventions by tracking patient outcomes, such as recovery rates, complication rates, and overall health improvements.
Compliance with Medical Standards and protocols in clinical practice to maintain quality and safety in patient care.
Evaluating the medical officer's efficiency in managing patient caseloads, conducting examinations, performing procedures, and completing administrative tasks within designated timeframes.
Measuring the medical officer's ability to collaborate effectively with other healthcare professionals, communicate efficiently, and contribute positively to multidisciplinary care teams.
Ensuring adherence to ethical principles and codes of conduct in medical practice, including confidentiality, integrity, and respect for patient autonomy.
Assessing the medical officer's ability to effectively utilize healthcare resources, including medical equipment, medications, and staff, to optimize patient care outcomes while minimizing waste and inefficiency.
Pay and Benefits
A furnished 2-bedroom apartment
Very competitive pay
A percentage on every major surgery performed upon successful completion of probation.
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