Senior Medical Officer at Medbury Healthcare Group

About the Role

• We are seeking an experienced and professional Senior Medical Officer (SMO) to provide supervisory and report authorization services for our specialist care line, LifeCheck.
• This crucial position involves authorizing the release of various complex medical screenings (including pre-employment, periodic, and offshore assessments like OGUK).
• The ideal candidate combines strong clinical acumen with exceptional leadership and problem-solving skills to ensure operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary Medical Assessment Report Authorizer for assigned LifeCheck centers (including Ikeja) and the Project Unit.
• Provide and supervise Occupational Health services, always adhering to industry standards and best practices.
• Generate, review, and finalize complex medical reports and certificates for corporate and individual clients.
• Support continuous improvement in clinical operations, including streamlining processes to enhance efficiency.
• Act in a professional advisory capacity to Occupational Health and clinical staff, fostering a collaborative environment.
• Manage and mentor junior medical staff, and ensure strict adherence to confidentiality and ethics.

Key Metrics

• Timeliness and accuracy of report authorization.
• Audit performance and adherence to occupational health standards.
• Effective management and development of clinical teams.

Requirements

• MBBS/MBChB or equivalent medical degree.
• Full registration and licensing with the relevant Medical & Dental Council.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive clinical experience, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role, preferably in Occupational Health or Diagnostics.
• Proven capacity for authorizing complex medical reports (e.g., OGUK, offshore medicals).
• Exceptional leadership, emotional intelligence, and well-developed problem-solving skills.

Why Join Us?

Lead clinical authorization and shape the quality of diagnostics at a critical LifeCheck center. This role offers high visibility and direct impact on the clinical operations and standards of a leading healthcare group.