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.
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 functionsperformed 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 ofpatients.
Liaising with consultants regarding the provision of Inpatient and Outpatientassessment and care, including diagnoses and medication plans.
Providing medical cover (routine and emergency), during hours of duty and work inconjunction with the other Medical Officers to ensure the provision of a 24-hour serviceto 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 PracticingLicense.
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.