Female Resident Medical Officer at Atlantic Hall Schools

Job Descriptions

• Diagnose and treat medical conditions, disorders, and diseases through the application of specialist medical skills and knowledge.
• Manage the school clinic and ensure policies and procedures are followed, and standards are maintained.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake patient consultations and physical examinations
• Conduct regular patient check-ups, diagnose any ailments, monitor and administer medication, Assess and plan treatment requirements and write reports and maintain records.
• Promote whole school health education by conducting health talks and refresher training on First Aid/CPR/AED to certified members of staff
• Conduct such special medical examinations on students as may be indicated or required after referrals by the classroom teacher, the school nurse, or the house parent.
• Examine and/or approve annually all students participating in inter-house athletic activities and sea school before participation
• Examine members of staff and new hires as required and provide report on their suitability for employment or continued employment
• Work with the VP (Pastoral) on medical issues and public health information programs and procedures
• Serve as a liaison with students private physicians as required
• Assist in the development and implementation of medical practices and procedures in the School
• Coordinate and manage testing of the school water system to ascertain quality and advise the school appropriately
• Refer patients to specialists and consultants after giving first aid treatment.
• Any other duty that may be assigned by the Vice Principal (Pastoral/Student Affairs).

Qualification, Experience, Skills and Competencies

• Medical Degree in Medicine from an accredited school and licensed to practice in Nigeria
• Higher degree e.g. MPH, MHA will be an added advantage
• Minimum of two (2) years of work experience preferably in a school
• Ability to work long hours, often under pressure
• Compassionate and empathetic
• Problem solving and effective decision-making skills
• Leadership and management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques
• Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment.
• High integrity and ethical standards