Neonatologist 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: Neonatologist

Location: Ikeja (Opebi), Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Summary

• We are seeking a qualified and experienced Neonatologist to join our medical team.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for providing specialized care to newborn babies, particularly premature and critically ill infants, and supporting their families through high-quality, compassionate care.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing specialized medical care to newborns, especially premature and critically ill infants
• Managing patients admitted into the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
• Attending high-risk deliveries and performing immediate newborn resuscitation
• Diagnosing and treating neonatal conditions such as respiratory distress, infections, congenital abnormalities, and metabolic disorders
• Performing neonatal procedures including intubation, ventilation management, and line insertions
• Monitoring growth, development, and overall wellbeing of newborns
• Working closely with obstetricians, pediatricians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals
• Communicating clearly with parents and caregivers regarding treatment plans and prognosis
• Maintaining accurate and timely medical records in line with hospital policies
• Participating in on-call duties, clinical audits, and continuous medical education
• Supporting the training and supervision of junior medical staff where applicable.

Requirements

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• Postgraduate training in Pediatrics with specialization in Neonatology
• Valid medical license and registration
• Proven experience working in a NICU setting
• Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and ability to work under pressure.

Salary
N1,500,000 monthly.

Application Closing Date
31st December, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to: recruitment@stiveshealthcare.com using "Neonatologist" as the subject of the mail.