Medical Officer at Equity Specialist Hospitals and Diagnostic Centre

Job Description

• We are looking for a proactive, compassionate, and clinically sound Medical Officer to join our medical team.
• The ideal candidate will provide high-quality medical care, support clinical decision-making, manage patients across various units, and work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to ensure excellent patient outcomes.
• This role requires strong clinical judgment, good communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for patients across outpatient and inpatient units.
• Conduct thorough patient assessments, order investigations, and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Participate actively in ward rounds, emergency care, and clinical reviews.
• Manage medical emergencies promptly and efficiently.
• Collaborate with consultants, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare staff to deliver coordinated care.
• Document patient history, treatment plans, progress notes, and referrals accurately.
• Counsel patients and families on diagnosis, treatment options, lifestyle changes, and preventive care.
• Ensure compliance with clinical protocols, hospital policies, and quality standards.
• Assist in minor surgical procedures and provide pre- and post-operative care.
• Participate in clinical audits, case reviews, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Support training and supervision of junior medical staff and interns (where applicable).
• Adhere strictly to infection prevention and control practices.
• Carry out any other duties assigned by the Medical Director.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS/MBChB) from a recognized institution.
• Must have a valid practicing license from the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN).
• Minimum of 2 – 5 years post-NYSC clinical experience, preferably in a hospital setting.
• Strong clinical skills across general medicine, emergency care, and routine procedures.
• Excellent diagnostic judgment and ability to manage a wide range of medical cases.
• Good communication, empathy, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle emergencies confidently.
• Strong commitment to patient safety, ethics, and professional conduct.
• Basic computer literacy and familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) is an added advantage.

Key Competencies:

• Clinical excellence and sound medical judgment
• Strong teamwork and collaboration
• Effective communication and patient counselling
• Time management and decision-making skills
• Professionalism, empathy, and integrity.