Male Medical Doctor at Protege Professionals

Location: Onna, Uyo-Akwa Ibom

Job Summary

• We urgently requires the services of qualified and experienced candidate to fill the position of a Medical Doctor.

Job Description & Responsibilities

• The candidate would provide high quality medical care by examining patients and treating diseases.
• The candidate will also undertake tasks aiming for prevention and promotion of healthy habits.
• The candidate must be very knowledgeable in regards to diseases, epidemiology and other medical conditions so it can interpret symptoms and diagnose conditions.
• The role can be demanding so a great deal of patience and physical endurance is required.
• Conduct routine check-ups to patients to assess their health condition and discover possible issues.
• Give appropriate advice for healthy habits (diet, hygiene etc.) and preventative actions to promote overall health.
• Conduct examinations to ill patients and evaluate symptoms to determine their condition.
• Ask intuitive questions to discover causes of illness.
• Reach an informed diagnosis based on scientific knowledge and the patient’s medical history.
• Prescribe and interpret lab tests to obtain more information for underlying infections or abnormalities.
• Prescribe medications or drugs and provide comprehensive instructions for administration.
• Collaborate with other physicians, physician assistants and nurses to form a high performing medical team.
• Examine and provide treatments to injuries and refer patients to other physicians when needed (ophthalmologists, orthopedists, neurologists etc.).
• Keep records of patients’ diseases, operations or other significant information (e.g. allergic episodes).
• Cultivate a climate of trust and compassion for patients.
• Remain up-to-speed with developments and best practices in medicine.

Qualification & Requirements

• Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBS).
• Minimum of (2-5) years Post NYSC experience in a health industry or other related health institution with current practicing license.
• Must be registered with MDCN.
• Computer literate: Proficient in Microsoft Office Package.
• Broad knowledge of common medication, side effects and contraindications.
• In-depth knowledge of legal medical guidelines and medicine best practices.
• Respect for patients’ confidentiality.
• Excellent oral and written communication in English.