Female Resident Medical Officer Vacancy at Atlantic Hall School

Posted on: Thu 31-10-2019

Atlantic Hall School is a co-educational full boarding secondary school set in extensive and beautiful grounds in Poka, Epe, a safe rural setting close to the Atlantic Ocean.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Female Resident Medical Officer

Location: Lagos

Job Descriptions

Diagnose and treat medical conditions, disorders, and diseases through the application of specialist medical skills and knowledge.

Manage the school clinic and ensure policies and procedures are followed, and standards are maintained.

Key Responsibilities

Undertake patient consultations and physical examinations
Conduct regular patient check-ups, diagnose any ailments, monitor and administer medication, Assess and plan treatment requirements and write reports and maintain records.
Promote whole school health education by conducting health talks and refresher training on First Aid/CPR/AED to certified members of staff
Conduct such special medical examinations on students as may be indicated or required after referrals by the classroom teacher, the school nurse, or the house parent.
Examine and/or approve annually all students participating in inter-house athletic activities and sea school before participation
Examine members of staff and new hires as required and provide report on their suitability for employment or continued employment
Work with the VP (Pastoral) on medical issues and public health information programs and procedures
Serve as a liaison with students private physicians as required
Assist in the development and implementation of medical practices and procedures in the School
Coordinate and manage testing of the school water system to ascertain quality and advise the school appropriately
Refer patients to specialists and consultants after giving first aid treatment.
Any other duty that may be assigned by the Vice Principal (Pastoral/Student Affairs).

Qualification, Experience, Skills and Competencies

Medical Degree in Medicine from an accredited school and licensed to practice in Nigeria
Higher degree e.g. MPH, MHA will be an added advantage
Minimum of two (2) years of work experience preferably in a school
Ability to work long hours, often under pressure
Compassionate and empathetic
Problem solving and effective decision-making skills
Leadership and management skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques
Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment.
High integrity and ethical standards