Quality Assurance Officer at NSIA-LUTH Cancer Center (NLCC)

About the Role

NSIA-LUTH Cancer Center is recruiting a Quality Assurance Officer to work on-site at our Lagos State facility. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with quality standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices in cancer treatment delivery. You will work closely with clinical and administrative teams to maintain and improve service quality through audits, risk management, and performance monitoring.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical audits and quality assessments across cancer treatment departments
• Develop and implement quality assurance policies and procedures
• Monitor compliance with regulatory requirements and clinical standards
• Manage risk assessment and mitigation strategies
• Analyze and report on quality indicators and performance metrics
• Provide training and support to staff on quality and compliance matters
• Coordinate with clinical teams to address quality issues and implement improvements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a healthcare-related field (Nursing, Medical Laboratory Science, Pharmacy, Public Health, or Health Administration)
• 2–5 years of experience in healthcare quality assurance or clinical governance
• Familiarity with clinical audits, risk management, and regulatory compliance

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in healthcare quality management or health administration
• Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ)
• Quality Management Systems certification
• Basic oncology care or cancer treatment protocols training
• WHO Patient Safety Curriculum certification
• Experience in oncology or outpatient care settings

Required Skills and Knowledge

• Knowledge of NCCN guidelines, ICARE standards, and local regulatory frameworks
• Understanding of clinical workflows in cancer treatment (chemotherapy, radiotherapy, diagnostics)
• Data analysis and reporting for quality indicators
• Excellent communication and training skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities

Work Location

On-site at NSIA-LUTH Cancer Center, Lagos, Nigeria