Family Physician at Lily Hospitals Limited

Location: Ughelli, Delta

Job Description

• The job holder will be responsible for providing comprehensive, continuous, and patient-centred primary healthcare to individuals and families across all age groups, including preventive care, diagnosis, and management of acute and chronic conditions.

Responsibilities

• Conducting comprehensive patient assessments, diagnosis, and treatment planning
• Providing preventive care, health screening, and immunisation services
• Managing chronic disease conditions and coordinating long-term care
• Providing antenatal, postnatal, and child health services where required
• Referring patients to specialists and coordinating multidisciplinary care
• Maintaining accurate and timely clinical documentation and patient records
• Collaborating with nursing staff, specialists, and other departments to ensure continuity of care
• Participating in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, and continuing medical education
• Providing health education and counselling to patients and families

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree
• MBBS or equivalent medical degree from a recognised institution
• Valid registration and practising licence with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN)
• Minimum of 2 - 4 years post-qualification experience in family medicine or general practice (postgraduate qualification in Family Medicine, e.g. FMCFM/FWACP, an advantage)
• Sound knowledge of primary healthcare protocols and evidence-based clinical guidelines
• Knowledge of the Microsoft Office package
• Outstanding communication (oral and written), interpersonal, and people management skills
• Knowledge of patient safety, infection control, and clinical risk management practices
• Knowledge of relevant health legislation and regulatory requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement
• A dynamic and inclusive work environment
• Comprehensive training and support in family medicine practice.

Additional Info:

• Candiddate should send their school certificate, NYSC certificate, valid practicing license and other certifications.