Medical Officer at Zenith Medical & Kidney Centre

JOB SUMMARY

• The Medical Officer is responsible for providing high-quality medical care to patients in a clinical or hospital setting. This role involves diagnosing and treating illnesses, conducting routine examinations, prescribing medications, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The Medical Officer also plays a key role in implementing health policies, maintaining accurate patient records, and promoting preventive healthcare practices. Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and a commitment to patient-centered care are essential for success in this position.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Evaluate patients and provide appropriate medical treatment for various illnesses and injuries.
• Prescribe, administer and dispense medication in accordance with state and federal statutes.
• Ensure that patient care and is optimal and is in adherence to the clinical guidelines and quality standards.
• Document all patient evaluations, treatments, medications and transactions according to company policies and procedure.
• Performing inpatient and outpatient review with initial assessment and management.
• Supervise other clinical staff to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of current care methods and procedures and suggest improvements
• Minor medical, surgical and procedure.
• General administration of duties as regards patients’ welfare
• Any other assignment from higher authority.
• Perform medical procedures, such as administering oxygen, taking vital signs and giving emergency treatments
• Selecting the appropriate settings and adjusting the patients’ positions accordingly
• Monitoring and caring for patients to ensure their safety and comfort during the procedures
• Carrying out Fluoroscopy procedures with the nurses and radiographers
• Select and examine images, search for differences between healthy and pathological areas and determine if the scope of the exam should be extended based on preliminary findings
• Complete the appropriate documentation and maintain patients’ medical records
• Assist Radiologists or Physicians and healthcare teams during invasive procedures

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

• Degree In Medicine - MBBS, MbChB, MD, DO in any Global, National, or State recognized University and conforming to the guidelines as set out by the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria.
• Completion of compulsory internship and a minimum of one year post NYSC.
• Up-to-date registration and license from the MDCN
• Completion of BLS, ACLS.

PERSONA QUALITIES (Key Skills and Attributes)

• Excellent Communication and Customer Service
• Caring, Compassionate, Dedicated and Professional
• Working Under Pressure
• Humane, Empathetic and Supportive Bedside Manner
• Leadership and Teamwork
• Problem solving and Initiative
• Time Management and Organization
• Attention to Detail.
• Computer literacy