Physician/Medical Officer

Responsibilities:

• Patient Assessment & Diagnosis: Conduct detailed medical histories and physical examinations to diagnose common acute and chronic illnesses in adult and pediatric patients.
  
• Treatment Planning & Implementation: Develop and implement individualised care plans using current clinical guidelines, resource availability, and patient preferences.
  
• Diagnostics & Investigations: Order and interpret laboratory tests, radiological imaging (e.g., X-rays, ultrasound), and other diagnostic procedures, ensuring cost-effective utilisation.
  
• Medical Procedures: Perform routine clinical procedures such as wound suturing, catheterisation, intravenous line insertion, and fluid resuscitation within the scope of practice.
  
• Inpatient Care: Admit, monitor, and manage hospitalised patients through daily ward rounds, prescription reviews, treatment modifications, and discharge planning.
•  Emergency Response: Provide first-line management for emergency cases and participate in the hospital’s on-call roster for after-hours coverage.
  
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with nurses, pharmacists, laboratory scientists, and specialist consultants to ensure coordinated and holistic patient care.
  
• Medical Documentation: Maintain accurate, timely, and legible medical records in physical files or electronic health systems, complying with hospital policies and MDCN standards.
  
• Clinical Governance & Quality: Adhere to medical protocols, infection control standards, and clinical audit processes that promote continuous improvement in patient outcomes.
  
• Education & Mentorship: Supervise and mentor junior doctors, NYSC doctors, and medical interns, fostering clinical learning and professionalism.
  
• Community Engagement & Health Promotion: Participate in hospital-led public health initiatives, community outreach programs, and awareness campaigns as required.
  
• Professional Development: Engage in continuing medical education (CMEs), case presentations, and relevant trainings to maintain current licensure and clinical competency.

Requirements:

• Medical Degree (MBBS or MD) from an accredited university.
• Full registration and valid annual practising license from the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN).
• Minimum of 5 years post-NYSC clinical experience in a hospital setting.
• Experience handling both outpatient and inpatient caseloads in general medical practice.
• Postgraduate training or fellowship (e.g., in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, General Practice, or Surgery) is an added advantage.
• Strong clinical reasoning and diagnostic skills.
• Confidence managing emergencies and initiating treatment protocols.
• Familiarity with managing diseases common in Nigeria, such as malaria, typhoid, hypertension, diabetes, sepsis, and childhood illnesses.
• Basic proficiency in medical documentation software and hospital information systems.
• Skilled in essential procedures such as CPR, wound management, and IV drug administration.
• Compassionate and respectful approach to patient care.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to engage with colleagues and patients from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to work under pressure and make sound decisions in time-sensitive scenarios.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to Orlu, Imo State.
• Full participation in the hospital’s on-call and duty roster is required.