Caring Habitat is a 40-bed inpatient skilled nursing and rehabilitation center specifically constructed to improve patient outcomes through a comprehensive rehabilitation program.
We are hiring for the position below:
Job Title: Medical Officer
Location: Abraham Adesanya, Lekki—Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Position Overview
The Medical Officer will provide top-tier medical care by diagnosing and treating illnesses and promoting overall patient well-being. This role requires close collaboration with other healthcare professionals to provide holistic patient care while following established medical protocols and standards. The position is full-time, with working hours from Monday to Friday (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) plus weekend on-call duties.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct initial clerking of new admissions.
- Oversee the outpatient department.
- Prepare discharge summaries and other required clinical documentation for patients.
- Educate patients and their families on medical conditions, treatment plans, and ongoing care.
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless and well-coordinated patient care.
- Stay up to date on advances in medical practices and treatments.
- Follow all medical protocols, standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Perform thorough patient assessments and examinations; order and track medical investigations; collect samples; and follow up on results.
- Participate in daily ward rounds, prescribe medications according to rounds, and document all patient interactions promptly in the EMR.
- Carry out other clinical duties as assigned by supervisory authorities.
Qualifications
- Medical degree from an accredited university.
- Demonstrated capacity to independently manage patients with chronic conditions with minimal oversight.
- Strong clinical aptitude and familiarity with medical procedures.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail with a strong dedication to ensuring patient safety.
- Able to excel in a fast-paced and dynamic clinical setting.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using pharmacy management software and relevant digital tools.
- 3–5 years of experience working as a Medical Officer or in a comparable role (required).
- Hold a valid and current license to practice as a Medical Officer in Nigeria.
License/Certification
- Current Medical Practitioner’s License (required).
Pay Package
- Net monthly salary of ₦450,000.
- Annual housing allowance of ₦400,000.
- HMO (Health Maintenance Organization) benefits are provided after a three-month probationary period.
- Performance-based incentive.
- Leave benefits.
- Pension contributions.
How to Apply
Qualified and interested applicants should email their CV to caringhabitatgl@gmail.com with “Medical Officer” as the subject line.
Note: Applicants must reside in Lekki and surrounding areas.
Application Deadline: 12th June, 2025.
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