Locum Medical Officer

Job title : Locum Medical Officer

Job Location : Others

Deadline : January 31, 2026

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• Perform patient assessment, physical examinations, order / perform necessary laboratory and diagnostic tests
• Prescribe and dispense medications in compliance with the organization's established medical protocols and monitor patient responses.
• Work with other members of the management team to implement new clinic operating processes and systems to enhance patient flow, improve clinic administration and facilitate operating excellence.
• To undertake ward rounds, make an entry in the patient's notes as appropriate or any other patient examinations, communication or procedures.
• Relating with patients' relatives / caregivers on present state of health and further management.
• Undertaking within your level of experience and competence, certain medical procedures required by your senior colleagues or specialists.
• Prompt incident reporting, review and manage patient grievances and implement measures to address them
• Liaise with consultants and specialists on patients' medical condition
• Prepare clinics for audits inspection from various health and safety agencies
• Strictly adhere to universal precautions as established by the Nigeria Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Occupational Safety and Health Administration
• Maintain strict patient confidentiality
• Complete documentation of patient findings and recommendations at the end of each visit according to established protocols
• Maintain awareness of current clinical treatment and information in the assigned area.
• Admit patients to the wards only when necessary.
• Adhere strictly to the organization's ethical standards, medical protocols, SOPs, and regulations.
• Educate patients and their families about medical conditions and treatments.
• Encourage health maintenance and promotion through counseling and awareness activities.
• Conduct thorough medical assessments and examinations of patients.
• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans for patients.
• Monitor and provide general follow up care to patients
• Training of staff and providing health talks to patients
• Conducting internal quality checks at the hospital from time to time
• Providing emotional support to patients and relatives.
• Other duties as assigned by MD Clinical & Administration, Medical Director, or Board of Directors.