Consultant- Gastroenterologist at R-Jolad Hospital

Position Summary:

•  Clinical consultants in medical and surgical services serve as linchpins between clinical expertise and healthcare administration.
• This role involves blending medical knowledge with strategic advice to ensure high-quality patient care while aligning with organizational goals. R Jolad clinical consultants are expected to drive quality across all sites in the system in their respective specialties.

Core Working Relationships/Key Stakeholders

Internal On-Site

• Medical director, doctors including consultants and medical officers, Nurses, pharmacists, clinical administration team, front desk officers, patient care representatives, lab and pharmacy personnel, HSE team, COO, CFO, and HR

External

• Patients, locums consultants, etc.

Accountabilities:

Shall work with and under the supervision of HOD Family Medicine, the Medical Director and Managing Director.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in the clinical education of house officers, residents and medical officers.
• Participate in clinical lectures for learning Fridays and review of M&M cases for presentation.
• Provide monthly admission, referral, morbidity and mortality statistics to the medical director, under guidance of the head of department (HOD) of the department where applicable.
• Assistance in recruiting of doctors and review of the monthly departmental schedules prepared by the patient care experience team.
• Participate in monthly departmental meetings and • Provide strategic vision and leadership to clinicians (nurses and doctors) within the department.
• Assists with audits of charts by junior doctors.
• Make known to the HOD any requisitions as needed for equipment and supplies through appropriate channels using R Jolad supplies and procurement.
• Remain up to date on standard clinical practice in the relevant specialty
• Lead grief and bereavement outreach to patients and families who experience bad outcomes such as significant morbidity or death
• Feedback to the CMO is expected within one week of such outreach. In cases where the HOD is not available to lead this function, they can delegate to a consultant physician within the department.
• Be present for M&M presentations especially for cases from the department
• Review and approve relevant medical reports regarding significant outcomes before submission to the medical director and management
• Like every consultant, attend M&Ms where the HOD is the managing consultant.
• Provide expert medical advice to patients, healthcare organizations on patient care, diagnosis, and treatment plans.
• Develop and implement clinical guidelines and protocols to improve patient outcomes and ensure compliance with healthcare standards.
• Provide or supervise expert management of patients according to internationally recognized specialist guidelines

Qualifications and Competencies

• Completion of a recognized medical school program and obtaining an MBBS.
• Completion of a residency program in a chosen specialty, leading to a specialist qualification.
• Must be a Fellow of the West African College of Physicians or the National Postgraduate College of Nigeria.
• A minimum of Three years post Fellowship will be an advantage.
• Holding an active medical license to practice in the region or country of employment.
• Must have passed the Primary Exam in Family Medicine by the West African College of Physicians or the National Post Graduate College of Nigeria or ensure the Primary Exam is passed within 6 months of Employment
• Ongoing participation in CPD programs to stay updated with the latest medical advancements and maintain competency.
• Experience in conducting clinical research, and contributing to medical journals.

Experience

• Several years of pre-residency clinical experience, typically 5-10 years.
• Additional experience or fellowship training in a subspecialty area, allowing for further expertise in a narrower field.
• Experience in teaching medical students, residents, or junior doctors, and mentoring other healthcare professionals.
• Proven experience working within multidisciplinary teams, contributing to integrated patient care, and working effectively with other healthcare professionals.
• Participation in clinical research, contributing to advancements in their field and staying at the forefront of medical knowledge.
• Demonstrated experience in providing compassionate, patient-centered care, including complex decision-making and managing patient relationships.

Key Skills

• Good time management and punctuality
• The ability to build a rapport with patients from a variety of backgrounds and communicate with their relatives and caregivers.
• Tolerance and patience
• Good physical health
• Interpersonal skills
• A team player with a positive mindset
• Clinical expertise in your specialty.

Deliverables

These are to be submitted to the HOD and Medical Director:

• Summary report after grief and bereavement counseling within the department within one week of occurrence
• Reviewed medical summary report following a contested death or outcome no more than seven days after its occurrence. The managing consultant or a designee can write this but must be reviewed by the HOD
• Report of weekly review of documentation on the first Thursday of the following month referencing the preceding month
• Monthly admission, referral, morbidity, and mortality statistics as directed by HOD
• Review report of M&M cases no more than one week after M&M

Personal Qualities

• In-depth knowledge and experience in their medical specialty, ensuring accurate diagnoses and effective treatment plans.
• Ability to lead and mentor junior doctors, guide clinical teams, and contribute to the development of best practices within the medical field.
• Strong decision-making skills, especially under pressure, to make informed and timely clinical decisions.
• Empathy and sensitivity towards patients, understanding their needs, and providing compassionate care.
• Clear and effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams, ensuring everyone understands treatment plans and medical advice.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to address complex medical cases and find solutions to challenging health issues.
• Upholding ethical standards and maintaining patient confidentiality and trust.
• Flexibility to keep up with advancements in medical practices, technologies, and treatments.
• Strong teamwork skills to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring comprehensive patient care.
• Emotional strength and resilience to handle the demands of the job, including high-stress situations and long hours.