Senior Resident Doctor / Senior Registrar – Diagnostics at The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE)

Job Purpose

• The Senior Resident Doctor / Senior Registrar is responsible for providing advanced medical care for patients under the supervision of consultants.
• This role involves hands-on patient diagnostics and care focusing on specialized cases within a multidisciplinary team.
• The Senior Resident will also assist in mentoring junior residents and medical students while continuing their professional development within the residency program.

Core Responsibilities
Clinical Diagnosis:

• Conduct thorough patient interviews, physical examinations, and reviews medical history to gather essential information for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests (e.g., labs, imaging, biopsies) to confirm or rule out diagnoses, and guide treatment decisions.
• Develop and refine differential diagnoses based on patient data to consider multiple potential causes of symptoms and ensure comprehensive evaluation.
• Confirm diagnoses and document findings in patient records to ensure accurate communication, continuity of care, and legal documentation.
• Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans to provide effective management of diagnosed conditions, improve patient outcomes, and enhance quality of life.

Emergency Care and Response:

• Rapidly evaluate patients to determine severity of condition to prioritize care, allocate resources, and ensure timely interventions.
• Perform life-saving procedures (e.g., CPR, intubation) to stabilize critically ill patients and prevent further deterioration.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests (e.g., labs, imaging to quickly identify underlying conditions and guide treatment.
• Manage shock, trauma, or medical emergencies to restore vital functions, prevent organ failure, and optimize patient outcomes.
• Collaborate with emergency teams, provide clear handover to ensure seamless transitions, prevent errors, and maintain continuity of care.
• Guide junior team members in interpreting lab results, imaging, and other diagnostic tools.

Clinical Audits and Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with the standards and regulations set by relevant authorities, with guidance from consultants.
• Participate in quality assurance programs and clinical audits to maintain high standards of care.
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate patient records, adhering to data protection and confidentiality protocols.
• Report quality metrics and ensure accreditation standards are maintained.

Patient Care and Advocacy:

• Ensure patients understand complex medical concepts and address raised concerns, facilitating informed decision making and supporting patient autonomy.
• Facilitate access to necessary resources, services, and specialists ensuring seamless care transition.
• Involve families in decision-making and treatment planning for better outcomes.

Educational Mentorship and Training:

• Provide mentorship and training to junior residents, interns, and medical students.
• Facilitate case discussions and presentations to enhance clinical learning.
• Participate in developing curriculum for residency programs and workshops.
• Review junior doctors' case notes, offering constructive feedback to improve documentation and clinical skills.

Strategic Development and Service Improvement:

• Contribute to clinical audits, the development of departmental protocols, and participate in service improvement initiatives.
• Engage in research and academic activities to advance knowledge in diagnostics.

Leadership and Team Coordination:

• Participate in patient care rounds and assist in the coordination of multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Mentor and support junior residents, medical students, and allied health professionals under supervision.
• Contribute to case discussions and collaborative decision-making for complex patient cases.

Qualifications
Educational Requirements:

• Medical Degree (MBBS, MBChB or its equivalent) from a recognized Institution.
• Completion of Residency program/passed the first part of examination of residency program

Professional Requirements:

• Valid medical license and registration
• Membership in relevant medical associations, such as the Nigeria Medical Association (NMA) or its equivalent.

Experience Requirements:

• Completion of at least 4 years residency training in diagnostics.
• Prior experience in mentoring or supervising junior medical staff is an advantage.

Knowledge Requirements:

• Ability to accurately diagnose and assess conditions.
• Knowledge of medications and their interactions.
• Understanding of leading practices in patient safety.
• Familiarity with national and international clinical guidelines and best practices.

Skill Requirements:

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues.
• Able to handle multiple patients and tasks.
• Able to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Able to interpret medical research for best practices.

Personal Abilities:

• Professional attitude towards work
• Shares the AMCE’s vision
• Adaptability.
• Proactive and organized.
• Commitment to improving quality of patient care.
• Personal and professional credibility
• Supportive, approachable, and capable of inspiring confidence in staff members
• Honesty and integrity.