Assistant Medical Director at St Ives Specialist Hospital

St Ives Specialist Hospital is a multi-specialist hospital which opened in 1996. The hospital offers dedicated specialist services in all matters of women,children and family health, managed by a group of consultants in Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Medicine & Surgery

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Assistant Medical Director

Location: Festac, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• The Assistant Medical Director will play a pivotal role in supporting the Medical Director in overseeing the clinical operations and ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care. This position requires a dynamic and forward-thinking individual who is passionate about advancing healthcare standards, fostering a culture of excellence, and driving innovation within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Medical Director in developing and implementing strategic initiatives to enhance clinical services, patient outcomes, and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with department heads, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to optimize clinical workflows, protocols, and practices.
• Provide clinical leadership and guidance to medical staff, ensuring adherence to best practices, standards of care, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, performance evaluations, and peer review processes to maintain and improve the quality of care.
• Assist in the recruitment, onboarding, and training of medical staff, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and values.
• Support the Medical Director in fostering a culture of continuous learning, professional development, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Serve as a liaison between medical staff, administration, and external stakeholders, fostering effective communication and collaboration.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends, technologies, and evidence-based practices in healthcare to inform decision-making and drive innovation.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and accreditation requirements.
• Represent the organization in professional associations, conferences, and community events to promote its mission, values, and achievements.

Qualifications

• Medical degree from an accredited institution.
• Active medical license
• Minimum 5 - 10 years of clinical experience in a healthcare setting, with demonstrated leadership and management skills.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and team-building skills.
• Proficiency in medical informatics and healthcare technology.
• Ability to think strategically, solve problems, and drive results in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to continuous learning, professional growth, and quality improvement.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in healthcare delivery.

Application Closing Date
21st May, 2024.

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