Medical Officer at Africa Management Solutions Limited (AMSOL)

Our client, a leading private hospital, is seeking to recruit a competent and dedicated Medical Officer to provide high-quality medical care, diagnose and treat patients, and support the delivery of exceptional healthcare services. The successful candidate will play a key role in patient management while ensuring compliance with clinical standards, hospital policies, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and treat patients presenting with acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Conduct comprehensive medical examinations and develop appropriate treatment plans.
• Prescribe medications and monitor patients' responses to treatment.
• Perform minor medical procedures within the scope of practice.
• Respond promptly to medical emergencies and provide life-saving interventions when required.
• Admit, review, and discharge patients with appropriate documentation.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely medical records.
• Request, interpret, and act on laboratory and diagnostic test results.
• Refer patients to specialists or higher levels of care when necessary.
• Educate patients and their families on disease prevention, treatment plans, and healthy lifestyle practices.
• Participate in ward rounds, clinical meetings, and multidisciplinary case discussions.
• Supervise and mentor interns, clinical officers, nurses, and other junior healthcare staff where applicable.
• Ensure compliance with infection prevention and control standards.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical audits, and Continuing Medical Education (CME).
• Adhere to professional ethics, hospital policies, and relevant healthcare regulations.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB or equivalent) from a recognized institution.
• Valid registration and a practicing license from the relevant medical regulatory authority.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification will be an added advantage.
• At least 2 years' relevant work experience is preferred.