Medical Doctor

Lily Hospitals Job Posting

Job Title: Medical Doctor

Location: Benin City, Edo

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking competent, compassionate, and dedicated Medical Doctors to join our healthcare team.
• The successful candidates will be responsible for providing quality medical care, diagnosing and treating illnesses, and ensuring the delivery of excellent patient-centred services in line with established clinical standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient consultations, physical examinations, and medical assessments.
• Diagnose illnesses and develop appropriate treatment plans.
• Prescribe medications and administer treatments in accordance with established clinical guidelines.
• Request and interpret laboratory tests, imaging studies, and other diagnostic investigations.
• Monitor patients’ progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records.
• Collaborate with nurses, specialists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient care.
• Attend to medical emergencies and provide appropriate interventions.
• Educate patients and their families on disease prevention, treatment options, and health maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, clinical protocols, and applicable healthcare regulations.
• Participate in clinical meetings, audits, training, and continuous professional development.

Education

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) or an equivalent recognised medical qualification.
• Valid registration and current practising licence with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN).

Experience

• Previous clinical experience in a hospital or healthcare facility is an advantage.
• Experience in patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and clinical documentation.
• Newly qualified doctors with the required qualifications and valid registration may also apply, where applicable.

Skills:

• Excellent clinical assessment, diagnostic, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good patient management and counselling skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent documentation, organisational, and time-management skills.
• Strong ethical judgment, professionalism, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and respond appropriately to emergencies.

Other Requirements:

• Must possess a valid MDCN practising licence.
• Must demonstrate integrity, compassion, confidentiality, and commitment to patient safety.
• Must be willing to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays as required.
• Must be physically and professionally capable of performing the duties of the role.
• Must demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and adherence to clinical best practices.

Remuneration

Competitive remuneration based on qualifications, experience, and the organisation’s approved salary structure.

Application Closing Date

31st October, 2026.