Consultant General Surgeon

Consultant General Surgeon at a Leading Healthcare Institution - Coraford Consult - 2 Openings

Post Title: Consultant General Surgeon Locations: Port Harcourt - Rivers & Warri - Delta Employment Type: Full-time

Job Overview

• We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Consultant General Surgeon to join a leading healthcare institution.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for providing comprehensive surgical care, including diagnosis, preoperative assessment, surgical procedures, and postoperative management of patients.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage a wide range of surgical conditions affecting the abdomen, breast, thyroid, soft tissues, and gastrointestinal tract

• Perform general surgical procedures including open, laparoscopic, and emergency surgeries

• Conduct patient consultations, physical examinations, and review diagnostic investigations

• Develop personalized surgical and treatment plans for patients

• Provide pre-operative evaluation, counselling, and post-operative care and follow-up

• Manage surgical emergencies and trauma cases as required

• Collaborate with Anaesthetists, Physicians, Radiologists, and other specialists for comprehensive patient care

• Supervise and mentor junior doctors, residents, and surgical team members

• Participate in clinical audits, multidisciplinary team meetings, ward rounds, and case reviews

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient medical records and surgical reports

• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, infection control standards, and medical ethics

• Contribute to the development of surgical protocols and service improvement initiatives

• Qualifications and Requirements

• MBBS or equivalent Medical Degree from a recognised institution

• Fellowship qualification in General Surgery (FWACS, FMCS, WACS, NPMCN or equivalent)

• Valid MDCN practising licence

• Minimum of 3 years post-fellowship experience as a Consultant General Surgeon

• Strong expertise in general surgical procedures, including laparoscopic surgery

• Excellent clinical, surgical, and decision-making skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Compassionate, patient-centred approach to care

• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary team.

Salary

N150,000 - N200,000 / month.

Application Closing Date

30th November, 2026.