Consultant Family Physician at Reddington Hospital

The Reddington Hospital is a Multi-Specialist tertiary hospital established in 2006 and provides care in a wide range of areas which include Advanced Cardiology, Internal Medicine, Diabetes, Endocrinology, Neurology, Gastroenterology as well as offering services in General Surgery, ENT, Paediatrics, Obstetrics, Gynaecology and other clinical specialisms.

The facility was set up as a tertiary centre with multiple specialties, committed to deliver excellent service in the medical field, with all departments supported by the latest technology and state-of-the-art medical equipment. The Hospital has been thoughtfully planned and equipped to support the highest levels of patient safety, service excellence and quality clinical care.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Consultant Family Physician

Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Job type: Full-time

Job Description

• We are seeking a highly skilled Consultant Family Physician to provide expert medical care to who provides general medical treatment to patients.
• The ideal candidate will diagnose, treat, and manage various general medicine conditions while offering compassionate and evidence-based care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical services for family members based on continuous performance of duties irrespective of age or sex.
• Perform essential duties and responsibilities as role of family physician.
• Review patient chart and maintain record for allergies, medical problems, medications and immunization status.
• Solicit and record information related to patient’s medical history.
• Examine patients for symptoms and physical information before prescribing medicine.
• Order and execute various tests, analysis and diagnostic images to acquire information on patient’s condition.
• Study and analyze reports and findings of tests and examination and diagnoses patient’s condition.
• Diagnose and prescribe medical treatments.
• Determine and provide medication, dosage and schedule having patient’s condition and allergies.
• Inform patient about any possible side effects to medication or immunization.
• Suggest patients about diet, hygiene, and methods for prevention of disease to promote good health.
• Refer patient to medical specialist for consultant services if needed for better treatment.
• Record patient’s visit, medical history, physical exam, diagnoses and plan of action.
• Ensure follow up with patient regarding progress in high risk or emergency cases.
• To proactively address issues which may impair access to medical care.
• To monitor advances in medical care and initiate change as needed to ensure that our medical services are up to date.
• To cooperate with the hospital management to ensure departmental policies and procedures exist for dealing with legal issues in clinical care, e.g., crime, coroner's cases, accident victims.
• Works continually to assure deliverance of quality clinical care in a safe, efficient, competent, and effective manner.
• Prepare records and reports as required in support of services rendered in accordance with established procedures.

Requirements

• Candidates should possess an MBBS or equivalent medical degree from a recognized institution.
• Fellowship in Family Medicine(FWACP, MWACP, or equivalent).
• Full registration with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN).
• Minimum of 5 years of post-specialization experience in pediatrics.
• Strong clinical decision-making and communication skills.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.