Medical Officer Vacancy at the Sickbay Clinics


Posted on: Mon 24-01-2022

The Sickbay Clinics was established in 2021. The Sickbay Clinic is a state-of-the-art healthcare centre focused on providing both real-time and virtual clinical services with a system that helps in ensuring easy to access healthcare facilities and on-site healthcare professionals. The facility provides its services to patients during weekdays and weekends. The Centre is also open to patients for a 24-hour period for emergencies. The Sickbay Clinic is located in Abuja. Our services and facilities span several specialities and include emergency/trauma centre, diagnostic centre, paediatric primary care and several other facilities that make for a modern multi-speciality hospital.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Medical Officer

Location: Abuja (FCT)

Experience Level: Entry level

Job Summary

The medical officer assists consultants in the day-to-day management of patients under the supervision of the Clinic Lead.

Job Description

  • Reporting to the MD / Clinic Lead medicine, the medical officer assist consultants in the day-to-day management of patients under the supervision of the Clinic Lead.
  • The Medical Officer will also take an active role in overseeing the medical care of patients and the functions performed of medical staff.
  • They may participate directly in care when services are being initially implemented.
  • They may also help assess and diagnose needs and plans of action for individuals and families.

Responsibilities

  • Ensuring that patient care and is optimal and is in adherence to the clinical guidelines and The Sickbay Clinic 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 Out patient assessment and care, including diagnoses and medication plans.
  • Providing medical cover (routine and emergency), during hours of duty and work 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.
  • Administering intravenous medications/therapy as required.
  • Providing urgent medical attention and urgent treatment to staff in case of accident or sudden illness, in liaison with other clinical staff on duty.
  • Certification of deaths, completion of death certificates and all relevant documentation including, if appropriate, cremation forms and any documents required by the coroner.
  • Undertaking emergency procedures as required (including resuscitation), taking the lead as necessary.
  • Complying with all hospital policies and procedures, in particular those relating to health and Safety at Work.
  • Undertaking patient consultations and physical examinations
  • Providing general pre-and post-operative care
  • Monitoring and administering medication
  • Assessing and planning treatment requirements
  • Liaising daily with staff including other doctors, non-medical management staff and healthcare professionals
  • Writing reports and maintaining records
  • Any other duty as may be assigned to you.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • MBBS or equivalent
  • Certification - Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria; Certificate of Practicing License.
  • Applicants should have at least 3 years of proven experience post-NYSC
  • Ultrasound and ECG proven experience is an added advantage.
  • Proficiency with the use of the computer.
  • Candidates must possess NYSC discharge Certificate or Exemption letter.
  • Proficient with Healthcare Management Systems and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Excellent problem-solving and clinical decision-making skills
  • Good time management and organizational skills
  • Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills
  • Highly motivated team player willing to go the extra mile.

Special Conditions

  • Employment is contingent on passing a medical screening conducted by the hospital
  • Employee will be subject to various testing including but not limited to drug and medical testing throughout the tenure of their employment
  • Knowledge of workflow processes.

Salary

Attractive.

Application Closing Date

28th January, 2022.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.