Medical Officer at Viewpoint Hospital
Confidential
Lagos, Nigeria
Permanent
Published 1 month ago · Expires 3 weeks from now
Job description
## Title: Medical Officer
About the Role
We invite applications from suitably qualified candidates to join our medical team. In this position, you will provide comprehensive patient care, ranging from diagnosis and treatment to counseling and referrals as needed.
Key Responsibilities
- Respond to patients' medical problems by reviewing their history, conducting diagnosis, providing treatment and counseling, and making referrals where necessary
- Order laboratory tests and interpret test results
- Collect, record, and maintain sensitive patient information including examination results, medical history, and reports
- Perform minor surgeries
- Explain procedures and prescribed treatments to patients in clear, understandable terms
- Liaise with medical professionals in the community and at hospitals
- Promote health education in conjunction with other health professionals
- Discuss and evaluate new pharmaceutical products with pharmaceutical representatives
- Maintain current knowledge of medical developments, treatments, and medications
Professional Standards
- Maintain confidentiality and impartiality at all times