Medical Officer

Updated: April 30, 2024 05:23 AM GMT

St Luke's Hospital Asaba

Asaba

The Role
• Reporting to the Chief Medical Director, the medical officer assists consultants in the day-to-day management of patients under the supervision of a Consultant Family Physician.
• The medical officer will also take an active role in overseeing the medical care of patients and the functions performed by medical staff.
• They may participate directly in care when services are initially implemented.
• They may also help assess and diagnose needs and plans of action for individuals and families.

Responsibilities
• Ensuring that patient care is optimal in adherence to the clinical guidelines and St. Luke’s Hospital quality standards.
• Performing inpatient and outpatient reviews with initial assessment and management.
• Providing necessary documentation on health reports and discharge summaries of patients.
• Liaising with consultants regarding the provision of inpatient and outpatient assessment and care, including diagnoses and medication plans.
• Providing medical cover... More Detail