Medical Officer at Nile University of Nigeria

Nile University, founded in 2009, is a private multidisciplinary university based in Abuja, and a proud member of Honoris United Universities since 2020. Nile University currently has over 40 undergraduate programmes and more than 50 postgraduate programmes spread across eight best- in-class faculties, in the College of Health Sciences, Law, Science, Computing Studies, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Management Sciences, and Arts & Social Sciences.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Medical Officer

Location: Jabi Airport Road, Abuja
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• The Medical Officer will be responsible for promoting the health and safety of their patients by providing proactive treatment and diagnoses, overseeing clinical trials, and maintain high standards of inpatient and outpatient care.

He/she is expected to;

• Be responsible for speaking with patients to address their health concerns, conducting physical examinations to ensure patients’ health, and administering vaccinations for common illnesses or allergies.
• Provide high-quality primary medical care to students, faculty, and staff, including diagnosis, treatment, and management of acute and chronic health conditions.
• Supervise and mentor medical staff, including physicians, nurses, and administrative personnel, to ensure efficient and effective delivery of healthcare services.
• Develop and implement health promotion programs, initiatives, and educational campaigns to foster a culture of wellness and preventive care within the university community.
• Coordinate and participate in emergency response efforts, including triage, first aid, and coordination with external emergency services, to ensure timely and effective care during crisis situations.
• Provide support and guidance to students facing health-related challenges, including mental health issues, substance abuse, and sexual health concerns, by offering counseling, referrals, and appropriate interventions.
• Engage with students, faculty, staff, and external partners to promote health awareness, address health disparities, and foster a sense of inclusivity and belonging within the university community.
• Oversee the maintenance of accurate and confidential medical records, ensure compliance with data protection regulations, and utilize health information systems for tracking trends and outcomes.
• Advice patients on topics such as proper nutrition, fitness, and hygiene to assist them in making informed decisions and taking good care of their health.
• Reviewing patients progress and ensure that patients receive the highest standard of medical care.
• Assist in departmental activities to provide presentations.
• Evaluate a patient’s symptoms and determine the most appropriate course of treatment to address them.
• Prescribe medications in compliance with state and federal statutes and federal statutes and inform patients of all possible risks, complications, and interference with other medications they may be taking.
• Supervise and evaluate Medical Assistants to ensure full compliance with regulations and make sure that the current care program is as effective as possible.

Qualification & Experience

• Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), a Master’s Degree in Health Administration (MHA) would be advantageous.
• Minimum of 3 years clinical experience.
• Clinical risk management experience, advanced knowledge of medical research methodology and ethics, and an extensive knowledge of medical recordkeeping practices would be advantageous.

Application Closing Date
3rd January, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to: jobs@nileuniversity.edu.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Note

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Disclaimer: Nile University is an equal opportunity employer and will never demand payment from candidates for employment. We caution all applicants to be vigilant against fraudulent solicitations. Legitimate job openings are exclusively advertised through official channels and reputable job boards. If you encounter any suspicious activity, please report it to humanr@nileuniversity.edu.ng immediately.