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.
Required skills
Sound clinical knowledge relevant to obstetrics and gynaecology and the ability to manage presentations appropriate to the role.
Sound clinical record-keeping and competent use of hospital clinical systems.
Effective communication with patients, families and colleagues.
Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.
Nice to have
Postgraduate training, membership examinations or a higher degree relevant to the area of practice.
Evidence of progress toward a postgraduate fellowship (e.g. primary or part examinations of the National Postgraduate Medical College or the West African College).
Additional training relevant to the area of practice (e.g. life support, clinical skills, quality improvement).
Experience
Minimum of 3 years of post-NYSC clinical experience, including time at Medical Officer I grade or equivalent.
Education
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.