Medical Officer at Fosad Consulting Limited Full Time

Job Title: Medical Officer

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are looking for an experience Medical Officer who is equipped with adequate surgical skills.
• The candidate will be responsible for ensuring delivery of quality healthcare services to all patients.
• He is also expected to participate in developing, implementing, and evaluating the medical practice delivery model in accordance with the goals of the organization.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Diagnose patient’s condition and prescribe treatments like antibiotics, diets, and sedatives for both before and after operation and help patient in getting his bodily functions restored.
• Diagnose internal injuries and diseases and prescribe medication or surgery.
• Perform examinations to confirm that patients are strong enough to undergo surgery, explain the procedures, and discuss the risks involved.
• Decide whether surgery is warranted, based on the patient’s records, tests, and examinations.
• Review test results with patients and families to report findings and identify any abnormalities
• Provide palliative care and pain management as well as counselling and support for end-of-life decisions
• Analyse the medical history and records of the patients and plan the best procedure for treatment, taking into account the allergies and medical condition of the patient.
• Monitor the patient’s health condition after surgery or treatment by coordinating follow-up meetings with the patient.
• Provide an explanation of medical procedures and care plans to patients and their families
• Provide palliative care and pain management as well as counselling and support for end-of-life decisions.
• Provide medical and scientific input to support product development teams
• Keep abreast of all medical regulations and advises the management team on changes and required action.
• Attend departmental meetings and professional training sessions as requested
• Do other things as instructed by the medical director from time to time.

Requirements
Educational qualification:

• A Degree in Medicine with related specialization
• Possesses relevant Practicing License
• Certified member of the recognized professional body of medical practitioners (MDCN).

Experience:

• At least 2 years’ experience in medical practice preferably in a busy healthcare facility.
• Hands on experience in performing surgical procedures is a must.

Knowledge and skills requirements:

• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative management style
• Excellent negotiation skills
• A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards in a diverse workplace
• Excellent people manager, open to direction and collaborative work style and commitment to getting the job done
• Ability to dispassionately challenge and debate issues of importance to the organization.
• Effective delegator of duties to achieve results
• Ability to multitask and function in a high-pressure environment
• Professional written and verbal communication skills

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV & Application Letter to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.