Gastroenterologist at Hec Recruit

Hec Recruit is a full-service HR consulting firm with a unique approach. Since 2020 we have been helping our clients find a job best suited for their skills and interests, and helping local companies locate the best employees.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Gastroenterologist

Location: Surulere, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports to: Department Head, Medical Director, or Chief of Gastroenterology
Working Schedule: Mondays to Fridays 9am-5pm and alternate weekends
Resumption: Immediately.

Job Summary

• Diagnose and treat disorders and diseases of the digestive system, including the stomach, intestines, liver, and pancreas, providing high-quality patient care and promoting digestive health.

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Evaluation: Evaluate patients with digestive symptoms, performing physical exams, reviewing medical histories, and ordering diagnostic tests.
• Diagnosis and Treatment: Diagnose digestive conditions, developing and implementing treatment plans, including medications, therapies, and lifestyle modifications.
• Endoscopic Procedures: Perform endoscopic procedures, such as colonoscopies, upper endoscopies, and liver biopsies.
• Patient Education: Educate patients and their families on digestive conditions, treatment options, and lifestyle modifications.
• Collaboration with Other Healthcare Professionals: Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including primary care physicians, surgeons, and other specialists, to provide comprehensive care.
• Research and Staying Current: Stay current with the latest advances in gastroenterology, participating in research studies, attending conferences, and reading industry publications.

Education and Qualifications

• Medical Degree: Medical Degree (M.D. or D.O.) from an accredited medical school.
• Residency and Fellowship: Completion of a residency program in internal medicine and a fellowship program in gastroenterology.
• Licensure and Certification: Licensure to practice medicine in the state and certification by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) in gastroenterology.
• Experience: 2+ years of experience in gastroenterology, preferably in a hospital or clinical setting.

Required Skills:

• Strong Clinical Skills: Strong clinical skills, with ability to evaluate and manage patients with complex digestive conditions.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to interact with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to interpret diagnostic tests and develop effective treatment plans.
• Emotional Intelligence and Empathy: High level of emotional intelligence and empathy, with ability to provide compassionate care to patients and their families.
• Staying Current with Medical Advances: Commitment to staying current with the latest advances in gastroenterology, including new technologies, treatments, and research findings.

Working Conditions:

• Hospital or Clinical Setting: Work in a hospital or clinical setting, with exposure to infectious diseases and other health risks.
• High-Stress Environment: Work in a high-stress environment, with need to make quick decisions and respond to emergencies.
• Irregular Schedule: Irregular schedule, including night shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Salary
N2,000,000 Monthly.

Application Closing Date
17th March, 2025.