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Consultant Cardiologist

BERGSTEIN HOSPITAL·Lagos, Nigeria·Full Time·Contract
OperationsmanagerFull TimeContract
-Closes Dec 22, 2026

Bergstein Hospital is seeking a competent, experienced and people-focused Human Resources Manager to lead the hospital's human resources function and support the development of a professional, accountable and high-performing workforce.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that the hospital has the right people, in the right roles, with clear responsibilities, appropriate performance standards and a positive workplace culture.

We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Consultant Cardiologist

Location: Lagos

Key Responsibilities Successful candidates will be expected to:

Provide specialist consultations, assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans within their respective fields.

Manage patients with acute and chronic medical conditions and provide appropriate follow-up care.

Request, interpret, and review relevant diagnostic investigations.

Perform specialist procedures and interventions within their area of competence.

Collaborate with other consultants, nurses, and healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated patient care.

Maintain accurate, confidential, and up-to-date medical records.

Educate patients and their families on diagnoses, treatment options, prevention, and ongoing care.

Uphold professional ethics, clinical guidelines, and patient safety standards.

Contribute to the continuous improvement of clinical services and patient outcomes.

Requirements and Qualifications

A recognised medical degree (MBBS or equivalent).

Relevant postgraduate specialist qualification in the advertised speciality.

Current registration and a valid practising licence with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN).

Relevant specialist registration and credentials as applicable.

Demonstrable clinical experience in the respective speciality.

Strong diagnostic, communication, and clinical decision-making skills.

A compassionate, professional, and patient-focused approach to healthcare delivery.

At a glance

Company

BERGSTEIN HOSPITAL

Location

Lagos, Nigeria

Employment

Full Time

Work style

Contract

Experience

manager

Valid until

December 22, 2026

Created

October 22, 2026

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