Senior Resident Doctor (Family Medicine) at R-Jolad Hospital

Position Summary: 

• The Senior Resident in Family Medicine plays a critical role in providing compassionate, evidence-based care to patients, mentoring junior colleagues, and advancing the field of family medicine through education, research, and clinical practice.

Core Working Relationships/Key Stakeholders

Internal on-site

• All Clinical Heads of Departments, all Physicians and Nurses of all cadres, the Clinical Administration team, the Director of training, the Medical Director, the Managing Director, the Patient care team, Laboratory and Pharmacy personnel, COO, etc.

External

• Patients and Families, Medical Societies and Professional Organizations, Locum Consultants, Post-Graduate Medical Colleges, Regulatory Agencies and Accrediting Bodies:

Accountabilities:

Shall work with and under the supervision of the Head of Department & Chief Consultant, Family Medicine/Director of Training.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervises the House Officers in the performance of routine procedures.
• Supervises all other Junior Doctors below his rank.
• Assists in the teaching of House Officers, Junior Medical and Senior Medical Officers as well as the Junior Resident Doctor
• Ensures that discharge summaries are satisfactorily completed as Death summaries in the appropriate template as well as the Death Certificates.
• Arrange the program for the weekly clinical meetings, Medical Officers ‘Updates, Junior Clubs, and Residents’ training Program
• Supervises the General Outpatient Department under the Guidance of the Consultant
• Prepares the departmental duty roasters in consultation with the heads of departments.
• Adheres to the training program of the Postgraduate Colleges (West African College of Physicians and The National Postgraduate College of Nigeria) according to the Curriculum as supervised by the Trainer.
• Assists all other Junior Doctors below his rank.
• Carries out ward rounds with other resident doctors and Medical Officers in the absence of the Consultant
• The Senior Resident Doctor can only refer a patient to another after due consultation with the Managing Consultant
• Attends 75% of the training programs in the Hospital: Medical Officers’ update, Clinical meeting (Learning Friday) and Journal Club and Resident Doctors’ training programs.
• Can carry out Notification of Communicable Diseases only after consultation with the Managing Consultant.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school.
• Ongoing residency program in family medicine.
• Must possess a current practicing license.
• Must have passed the Part 1 Fellowship Exam ( Membership Exam ) in Family Medicine by either the West African College of Physicians or the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria)
• Board certification or eligibility in family medicine by equivalent certifying body.
• Excellent clinical skills, diagnostic reasoning abilities, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to patient-centered care, medical education, and scholarly research.
• Strong work ethic, professionalism, and ability to function effectively in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Experience

• Extensive hands-on experience managing complex cases and patient care
• Demonstrated experience in supervising and mentoring junior residents, interns, and medical students, including managing day-to-day clinical activities and contributing to team development.
• Active involvement in clinical research with a preference for candidates who have published papers or participated in research projects during their residency.
• Proven ability to manage acute medical and surgical emergencies, including critical care and performing necessary procedures in high-pressure situations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with experience working in multidisciplinary teams and managing patient and team dynamics efficiently.

Key Skills

• Good time management and punctuality
• Good communication skills with patients, relatives, and the Team members.
• Tolerance and patience
• Good physical health
• Interpersonal skills
• A team player with a positive mindset

Personal Qualities

• Demonstrates dedication to patient care, with a proactive approach to learning and improving clinical skills.
• Committed to delivering high-quality patient care with sensitivity and respect for patient concerns and emotions.
• Capable of making critical decisions quickly, especially in high-pressure or emergency situations.
• Ability to thrive in dynamic environments, adjusting to changing patient needs, schedules, and clinical priorities.
• Capable of handling stressful situations, maintaining composure, and staying focused under pressure.
• Careful in assessing patient symptoms, reviewing medical records, and following treatment protocols to ensure accuracy and precision in care delivery.
• A team player who works well within a multidisciplinary team, respecting and valuing input from colleagues across different departments.
• Eager to stay updated on the latest advancements in medicine, committed to personal development, and open to feedback for growth.
• Adheres to the highest standards of medical ethics and patient confidentiality, ensuring trust and professionalism at all times.

Deliverables

• Ability to complete the required rotations and pass the Part 2 Fellowship Examination in record time while delivering quality care to R-Jolad Patients.