Surgery Consultant (General Surgery) Paediatrics Consultant Psychiatrist Consultant Anaesthetist Consultant Radiology Consultant

Job Summary
The medical doctor examines, diagnoses, and treats patients. Medical doctors will diagnose patient’s conditions using examinations and tests.
Based on their findings, they prescribe treatment and medications to attempt to heal any illnesses or injuries.
Job Descriptions
At all times provide a caring service and to treat those with whom they come into contact in a courteous and respectful manner.
Demonstrate their commitment by their regular attendance, punctuality and the efficient completion of all tasks assigned.
Carry out their duties and responsibilities in compliance with the Health and Safety Policies and Statutory Regulations
Ensure the ongoing confidence of the public in-service provision.
Maintain high standards of personal accountability.
In order to meet the on-call requirements of the post, the appointee is required to reside within a reasonable distance to their principal place of work.
The successful postholder will also participate in the routine and emergency General Surgery workload of the Imo International Health Systems.
The Consultant will be responsible for the Surgery patients.
Teaching and supervision of trainee surgeons and general practitioners
Adhere to the Standard Duties and Responsibilities, Participate in the provision and administration of the department services for patients
Hold a leadership role in shaping policy in the Hospital with regard to the management of department services, in line with best practice and international accreditation standards.
Be easily accessible to clinical staff in person or by phone during normal working hours to advice on the treatment and management of patients.
To participate in development of and undertake all duties and functions pertinent to the Consultant’s area of competence and in line with policies as specified by the Employer.
Demonstrate a high level of verbal and non-verbal communication skills in order to effectively communicate with patients/service users, families, colleagues, managers, other health service staff and stakeholders from other organization
Prime responsibility is for patient care, best diagnosis and team leadership. The successful applicant will also be involved in clinical governance, education and training.
To provide a consultation service and advisory service to other clinical colleagues in other specialties within Imo International Health Systems
To participate in the development of the surgical and critical care management protocols and guidelines
To develop and maintain collaborative relationships with medical and non-medical colleagues in other specialties and participate in regular meetings
To be accountable for the continuous care of patients and, as part of this responsibility, ensuring appropriate standards of care for patients and standards of training for other staff at all times.
The post-holder will promote and develop multidisciplinary teamwork within the specialty and will communicate effectively with all agencies and personnel involved in providing services.
The post-holder will be responsible for providing procedures relating to the specialty and will develop it in keeping with medical advances.
The post-holder will be expected to undertake administrative duties associated with patient care
The post-holder, will assist with the development and implementation of systems under clinical and social care governance that ensure the quality of the surgical service offered by IIHS
The surgery consultant will participates in clinical audit activities and applies the results to improve the service.
Other Responsibilities:
Undertaking patient consultations and physical examinations
Organizing workloads
Providing general pre and post-operative care
Monitoring and ensure administering of medication
Assessing and planning treatment requirements liaising daily with staff including other doctors, non-medical management staff and healthcare professionals
Writing reports and maintaining records promoting health education
Referring patients to specialists and consultants in hospital departments.
Diagnosing any ailments
Prescribing medications
Basic Qualifications
Must have MBBS
The individual must possess certificates of full registration with the Nigerian Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria.
Must be a fellow and a practicing surgery consultant.
The individual must be computer literate
Requirements
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work long, flexible and on-call hours, often under pressure
Good practical skills
Ability to solve problems
Effective decision-making skills
Leadership skills
Communication skills, compassion and a good bedside manner
Drive to continue learning throughout career
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