General Surgeon at Lily Hospitals Limited

Job Summary

• We are seeking to hire a General Surgeon to join our team and perform a variety of surgical procedures on our patients in our facility.
• This role is responsible for preoperative diagnosis of patient, performing operations and providing the patient with postoperative surgical care and treatment.
• Ultimately, you will work with a team of medical professionals overseeing the medical and surgical care of patients.

Key Result Areas (KRA)

• Analyze records, reports, test results or examination information to diagnose medical condition of patient and advice on surgical procedures when necessary.
• Perform surgical procedures to prevent or correct injuries, diseases and deformities on patient while adhering to all regulatory and ethical protocols.
• Perform minor or major surgical procedures as required, independently and with other team of medical professionals if need be.
• Oversee all treatment prior to post-surgery, and identify associated risks.
• To be "on-call" or participate in shift rosters is a requirement of the position
• Manage the administrative requirements of the hospital and patient care including ensuring discharge summaries and medico-legal correspondence are completed with no delay.
• Ensure accomplishment of quality training in the department through continuing medical education, and more formal academic education and for the team.

Requirements

• Candidate must possess a valid license to practice medicine from the Nigerian Medical and Dental Association and must hold a specialist qualification in general medicine.
• Minimum of 7 years cogent experience practicing as a general surgeon is required.
• Relevant certifications or trainings as a general surgeon.
• The candidate must have good hand-eye coordination, stamina and empathy for patients.
• Candidate must have a working knowledge of global quality assurance, clinical audit principles and processes and must exhibit commitment towards continuous quality improvement.
• Must have good communication skills and excellent decision making skills and possess the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Great management and leadership skills