Medical Officer at Hartwell Hospital

Medical Officers Job Description

Job brief

The hospital requires  post NYSC  Medical Officers who will take charge  in delivering coordinated, quality out patient and  in-patient care with the support of consultants and other health care providers.This specialist hospital provides specialist  inpatient medical care to patients across all medical specialties.

Responsibilities

• Obtain a detailed medical history from patient including current physical ailments or illness, past medical history, review of systems, family history, habits, and allergies. Conduct a full clinical examination and clear documentation.
• Determines appropriate diagnosis and prescribes  treatment plans.
• Issues orders for needed lab work and evaluates lab results.
• Explains diagnosis and treatment plan to patient in order to educate the patient on his illness, its implications, probable outcomes and prevention.
• Prescribes medications or drugs and provides comprehensive instructions administration.
• Requests further medical evaluations as necessary and may make referrals.
• Consults with Consultants regarding relevant cases.
• Prepares adequate documentation of all patients encountered.
• Performs similar or related duties as required or assigned.

Requirements

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• MBBS or an equivalent degree.
• Post NYSC Service.