TOPS Senior Medical Officer Jobs in Nigeria
TOPS Senior Medical Officer Jobs in Nigeria
Job Summary A Senior Medical Officer is a member of the senior medical staff, and is responsible for overseeing the daily operations and overall patient care within the clinical services department.
Responsibilities
Ward and Outpatient Clinic Duties:
Be present and contactable within clinic premises at all times during work hours.
Carry out a full clerking and physical examination for all patients before admission according to Olive Prime Policy
To maintain individual contact with patients, carrying out ward rounds and other duties detailed by the Consultant
In compliance with the clinic consent and confidentiality policy, update the clinical notes on all patients attended according to best practice for record-keeping
To ensure that within a week of admission, patient’s diagnosis in line with ICD is documented on EMR and explained to the patient and Family.
Ensure that leaflets explaining diagnosis, medication and its effects are given to patient, explained and documented. Follow up that Consultants have explained the diagnosis and management plan to patient and documented this.
To respond promptly to the requests of all medical staff (Consultants and other doctors, nurses) to see any patients within the clinic/facility and to advice or start treatment as indicated/directed.
Undertake specific medical procedures on patients within the facility as requested by medical and nursing staff: i.v. cannulation, commencing i.v. infusions, administration of i.v. drugs, etc.
To promptly review all laboratory test results and take necessary action
To type and file discharge summaries on all patients discharged from Olive Prime within 24 hours of discharge
Must see every patient discharged from Olive Prime for a review appointment within 7 days post-discharge
Run regular follow up clinics and liaise with front desk staff to send reminders and encourage patient attendance
Carry out home visits to review patients when necessary
Lead a clinical team to pick up patients from the community for admission
Ensure incident reports from the clinical services department are submitted promptly as indicated.
Before going off duty ensure written appropriate communication to the oncoming team specifying any requirements for individual patients’ care and monitoring.
Carry out On-call duties of a medic.
Responsibility to Consultants:
Carry out and document full clerking and physical examination of all new patients; present findings to the Consultant and document agreed plan of management.
Be present at ward rounds conducted by Consultant and do necessary documentation
Inform Consultants of any change in the condition of their patients and any emergency procedures undertaken
In a "routine situation" initiate requests and treatments with the prior consent of the patient's Consultant; document all such communication In the event of death of a patient, immediately inform the Consultant, and the patient's GP (if the Consultant is unable to do so)
Inform the Consultant immediately when a patient and/or family requests to have a discharge against medical advice, and follow laid down protocol for this.
Review discharged patients, on requests of the Consultant.
Other Duties:
Run a smoking cessation clinic
Contribute to and be a part of the Olive Prime Business Team
Be part of the team that makes contact with Organizations to seek clients for Synapse
Work with the Consultant to design and participate in continuing medical education activities
for clinical staff (doctors, nurses, psychologists, support workers, etc.)
Deliver clinical presentations at various hospitals and corporate organizations to create awareness of our clinical services To examine any sick/injured member of staff and offer appropriate recommendations as regards treatment
Liaise regularly with Service Manager to discuss clinical service improvement
As a Medical Officer, you are expected to conduct yourself in a professional manner at all times; look smart and presentable at all times.
Administrative Duties:
Be a part of interview panels during staff recruitment
Be a member of Olive Prime middle management committee, and attend line Management meetings
May be asked to be part of other adhoc committees if and when necessary
Take a lead role in developing and writing proposals for Olive Prime Study and encourage adherence to clinic policies and procedures by all clinical staff
Complete clinic administrative documentation as required
Ensure correct protocols are complied with as regards discharge against medical advice, deaths in care and coroner's requirements.
Health and Safety and Quality Assurance:
Be familiar with, and supervise adherence to all Health and Safety regulations of the relevant government regulatory bodies (HEFAAMA, etc.) as well as internal policies of Olive Prime.
Participate in/facilitate in-house trainings as requested. This may include: restraining aggressive patient, fire safety, infection control, manual handling, blood transfusion etc.
Be aware of the promotion of effective customer care and public relations in order to promote the good reputation of the facility
Perform any other duties as assigned by the Line Manager
Qualifications and Requirements
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery Degree
National Youth Service Corps discharge/exemption certificate
Full MDCN registration as a medical practitioner
Up to date practicing license
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in mental health care
Evidence of training in Addiction management or other mental health training
Experience working in a managerial capacity is an advantage
Valid identification (International passport, National ID, Driver’s license).
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to:
medics@theoliveprime.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.
Note
Only individuals who have a high expectation of themselves and are driven to work above and beyond are welcome to apply.
Delivery of professional and excellent services must be at your core.
We provide services for expat community as well.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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