To provide clinical care in obstetrics and gynaecology under appropriate supervision, managing patients across out-patient and in-patient settings with decreasing levels of supervision, and contributing to the safe and effective running of the obstetrics and gynaecology service.
Responsibilities
Assess, diagnose and manage patients in obstetrics and gynaecology with decreasing levels of supervision, appropriate to the level of the role, escalating appropriately.
Participate in clinics, ward rounds, on-call rotas and procedures as required, contributing to audit and quality-improvement activities.
Maintain accurate, timely clinical records and current MDCN registration/licence in line with internal clinical policy.
Work effectively within the multidisciplinary team, coordinating care with other services and supporting managed-care/HMO processes through evidence-based, cost-effective practice.
Requirements
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS or MBChB) from a recognised institution.
Completion of the required national housemanship/internship and NYSC, or a valid exemption where applicable.
Minimum of 3 years of post-NYSC clinical experience, including time at Medical Officer I grade or equivalent.
Post-registration clinical experience as a medical practitioner beyond entry level.
Demonstrable clinical competence relevant to obstetrics and gynaecology, managing patients with decreasing levels of supervision.
Required skills:
Sound clinical knowledge relevant to obstetrics and gynaecology
Sound clinical record-keeping and competent use of hospital clinical systems
Effective communication with patients, families and colleaguesAbility to work within a multidisciplinary team
Nice to have:
Additional training relevant to the area of practice (e.g. life support, clinical skills, quality improvement).