Consultant Pediatrician

Job Description

Location : Ikeja, Lagos

Employment Type : Full-Time

Work Schedule : 8 : 00 AM – 6 : 00 PM (One to Two Days Off Weekly)

Industry : Healthcare / Hospital Services

Experience Level : 7–10 Years

Salary Range : ₦2,000,000 – ₦2,500,000 Gross Monthly

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled, compassionate, and dedicated Consultant Pediatrician to join our multidisciplinary medical team. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive and evidence-based care to infants, children, and adolescents, ensuring their optimal health and development. The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional clinical competence, strong leadership qualities, and a genuine passion for pediatric medicine within a dynamic, patient-centered hospital environment.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care & Patient Management

Diagnose and manage acute and chronic pediatric medical conditions across various age groups.

Provide preventive and curative care to promote overall child health and development.

Deliver long-term management plans for children with chronic diseases or developmental challenges.

Offer expert medical advice to parents and guardians, ensuring understanding and compliance with care plans.

Conduct routine physical examinations, immunizations, and health screenings.

Multidisciplinary Collaboration & Quality Care

Collaborate closely with nurses, allied health professionals, and other specialists to ensure holistic patient care.

Participate in ward rounds, case reviews, and clinical audits to maintain quality standards.

Implement best practices in pediatric medicine aligned with institutional protocols and current clinical guidelines.

Training, Leadership & Research

Supervise and mentor junior doctors, resident physicians, and medical students.

Participate actively in continuing medical education (CME), seminars, and training workshops.

Engage in clinical research and contribute to the development of new pediatric care approaches and hospital policies.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

MBBS or MD degree from a recognized and accredited medical institution.

Fellowship of the West African College of Physicians (FWACP) or National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria (FMCPaed) in Pediatrics, or an equivalent international qualification.

Valid practicing license from the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) .

Minimum of 7–10 years post-specialist qualification experience in reputable healthcare institutions.

Excellent diagnostic, clinical, and decision-making skills.

Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership abilities.

High ethical standards, empathy, and commitment to continuous professional development.

Benefits

Gross Monthly Salary : ₦2,000,000 – ₦2,500,000 (commensurate with experience)

Comprehensive health insurance and pension plan

Sponsored continuous professional development (CPD) and training programs

Access to modern diagnostic tools and state-of-the-art pediatric facilities

Supportive, collaborative, and innovative work culture

Annual leave and other statutory employment benefits