Senior Resident in Family Medicine

About the Role The Senior Resident in Family Medicine provides compassionate, evidence-based patient care while mentoring junior colleagues and contributing to education, research, and clinical practice. The role operates under the supervision of the Head of Department & Chief Consultant, Family Medicine/Director of Training. What You'll Do

• Supervises the House Officers in the performance of routine procedures.
• Supervises all other Junior Doctors below his rank.
• Assists in the teaching of House Officers, Junior Medical and Senior Medical Officers as well as the Junior Resident Doctor.
• Ensures that discharge summaries are satisfactorily completed as Death summaries in the appropriate template as well as the Death Certificates.
• Arrange the program for the weekly clinical meetings, Medical Officers ’Updates, Junior Clubs, and Residents’ training Program.
• Supervises the General Outpatient Department under the Guidance of the Consultant.
• Prepares the departmental duty roasters in consultation with the heads of departments.
• Adheres to the training program of the Postgraduate Colleges (West African College of Physicians and The National Postgraduate College of Nigeria) according to the Curriculum as supervised by the Trainer.
• Assists all other Junior Doctors below his rank.
• Carries out ward rounds with other resident doctors and Medical Officers in the absence of the Consultant.
• The Senior Resident Doctor can only refer a patient to another after due consultation with the Managing Consultant.
• Attends 75% of the training programs in the Hospital: Medical Officers’ update, Clinical meeting (Learning Friday) and Journal Club and Resident Doctors’ training programs.
• Can carry out Notification of Communicable Diseases only after consultation with the Managing Consultant.
• Deliverables: Ability to complete the required rotations and pass the Part 2 Fellowship Examination in record time while delivering quality care to R-Jolad Patients. What We're Looking For
• Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school.
• Ongoing residency program in family medicine.
• Must possess a current practicing license.
• Must have passed Part 1 Fellowship Exam (Membership Exam) in Family Medicine by either the West African College of Physicians or the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria; board certification or eligibility in family medicine by equivalent certifying body.
• Excellent clinical skills, diagnostic reasoning abilities, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to patient-centered care, medical education, and scholarly research.
• Strong work ethic, professionalism, and ability to function effectively in a dynamic healthcare environment.
• Extensive hands-on experience managing complex cases and patient care.
• Demonstrated experience in supervising and mentoring junior residents, interns, and medical students, including managing day-to-day clinical activities and contributing to team development.
• Active involvement in clinical research with a preference for candidates who have published papers or participated in research projects during their residency.
• Proven ability to manage acute medical and surgical emergencies, including critical care and performing necessary procedures in high-pressure situations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with experience working in multidisciplinary teams and managing patient and team dynamics efficiently.
• Good time management and punctuality.
• Good communication skills with patients, relatives, and the team members.
• Tolerance and patience.
• Good physical health.
• Interpersonal skills.
• A team player with a positive mindset.
• Demonstrates dedication to patient care, with a proactive approach to learning and improving clinical skills.
• Committed to delivering high-quality patient care with sensitivity and respect for patient concerns and emotions.
• Capable of making critical decisions quickly, especially in high-pressure or emergency situations.
• Ability to thrive in dynamic environments, adjusting to changing patient needs, schedules, and clinical priorities.
• Capable of handling stressful situations, maintaining composure, and staying focused under pressure.
• Careful in assessing patient symptoms, reviewing medical records, and following treatment protocols to ensure accuracy and precision in care delivery.
• A team player who works well within a multidisciplinary team, respecting and valuing input from colleagues across different departments.
• Eager to stay updated on the latest advancements in medicine, committed to personal development, and open to feedback for growth.
• Adheres to the highest standards of medical ethics and patient confidentiality, ensuring trust and professionalism at all times. Compensation & Benefits
• Deliverables: Ability to complete the required rotations and pass the Part 2 Fellowship Examination in record time while delivering quality care to R-Jolad Patients.