Family Physician at Anadach Consulting

Our client is a growing facility in Lagos that places strong emphasis on the delivery of high-quality patient-centered care. They provide General Pediatric Services, Medical and Surgical Outpatient Consultations and specialized services for Adults. As a result of expansion and strategic initiatives aimed at delivering increased value to patients’ experience, career opportunities exist for a high performing medical professional that can contribute to a rapidly growing organization.

LOCATION: IKOYI, LAGOS

The Role: A hands-on professional who sees him/herself as counselor and friend to the patients. The General Practitioner will provide primary contact and continuous care towards the management of patients' health and will be expected to assess and treat a wide range of conditions, ailments, and injuries, from sinus and respiratory infections, and malaria to broken bones and scrapes. She/he will contribute to building patient base of regular, long-term visitors.

Duties and responsibilities

• Diagnose illnesses, prescribe, and administer treatment for people suffering from a wide spectrum of diseases and minor injuries (including referring to specialists as required).
• Obtain medical histories, order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Provide competent patient-centered care that addresses health needs and promotes wellness.
• Provide health education as required to promote wellness and adequate chronic disease management

Qualifications, experience and attributes

• A medical degree (MBBS or equivalent) registrable with the Nigerian Medical Council
• Fellowship of West African College of Physicians, Membership of the Royal College of General Practitioners or equivalent.
• Training and experience in public health is preferred
• Foreign Post-graduate training in Family Medicine will be an added advantage
• Commitment to safety and quality of care and able to thrive in an environment of continuous but logical and thoughtful change.
• Interested in contributing to the growth of the business and taking on increasing responsibilities as required
• Strong Leadership, interpersonal and communication skills
• Active listening skills
• Clinical competence and a commitment to life-long learning
• Strong team player with proven organizational and administrative skills
• Comfortable with computerized patient management systems