Medical Officer at CarePoint Hospitals Limited

CarePoint Hospitals is a chain of health facilities focused on providing a quality-filled and customer-centered experience for our patients. It offers general out-patient & In-patient care multi-specialist care obstetrics & gynecology accident & emergency ante-natal, neo-natal & post-natal immunization laboratory & diagnostics ambulance services.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Medical Officer

Location: Egbeda / Ojo, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

Essentially responsible for restoring patient’s optimum health. Medical Officer is to perform health assessments, run diagnostic tests, prescribe medication, create treatment plans and provide health and wellness advice to patients.

Job Responsibilities

Assist in planning, implementing, and administering health programs and illness prevention activities to ensure that staff adopt healthy lifestyle and prevent disease.
Assist in the implementation of policies/guidelines and management protocols for the of best practice in the hospital.
Assist in planning and overseeing all patient care.
Liaise with HOD/HR in the provision of clinical training and opportunities to staff for development.
Ensure compliance to legal guidelines, internal policies, and quality standards requirements.
Performs minor surgical procedures commensurate with surgical competency as directed by the HOD.
Participate in prompt emergency medical response in order to render care and prevent disease and injury.
Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, dependents, and colleagues.
Committed to lifelong learning and audit to ensure evidence-based practice and maintenance of patient safety and quality standards.
Providing comprehensive general medical services as directed by the HOD.
Screening for various Cancers and medical conditions i.e., cervical, and prostate cancer screening (VIA, Pap smear etc.)
Serves and protects the hospital community by adhering to professional standards, hospital policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, and Safe Care standards.
Attend to all emergencies and unforeseen contingencies.
Assist in coordinating clinic activities including ANC, NCD clinics and others.
Assist in coordinating all clinical activities including nursing, pharmacy and Laboratory.
Involvement in quality improvement program in CarePoint hospital.
Any other requirements as stated by HOD/HR.

Job Requirements

B.Sc / BA Degree in Medicine, Clinical Administration, Medical Science relevant field; MSc/MA will be appreciated with 2-5 years experience.
Proven experience as medical officer
Professional experience in health care management
Excellent knowledge and experience in screening, diagnostic procedures and clinical supervision and program management.
Excellent time management with good interpersonal skills.
Proficient in HIV/TB care.
Patient Oriented with excellent counselling skills.
Excellent knowledge of standards (e.g. ISO, SafeCare) and regulations for the clinical field
Proficient in MS Office and computer systems (e.g. patient management software)
Excellent communication and people skills
Exceptional organizational skills, team building skills.
Aptitude in resolving issues and conflicts.