Family Physician at Cedarcrest Hospitals

Purpose of the Role:

• The Family Physician, reporting directly to the Head of Medicine, holds the responsibility of delivering high-quality medical care, encompassing patient examinations and treatment of diseases. This role involves routine check-ups for patients, addressing non-emergency medical concerns, and implementing preventive measures to promote healthy lifestyles.

Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct routine check-ups on patients to assess their health conditions and identify potential issues.
• Handle emergency calls, admit and manage inpatients, and operate outpatient clinics.
• Provide guidance on healthy habits (diet, hygiene, etc.) and preventive actions to enhance overall health.
• Examine patients with illnesses, evaluate symptoms, and make diagnostic assessments.
• Ask probing questions to uncover the causes of illnesses.
• Formulate informed diagnoses based on medical knowledge and patients’ medical histories.
• Prescribe and interpret laboratory test results to gain additional insights into underlying infections or abnormalities.
• Prescribe medications and offer comprehensive instructions for their administration.
• Collaborate effectively with other physicians, physician assistants, and nurses to create a high-performing medical team.
• Examine and treat injuries, and refer patients to specialists when necessary (e.g., ophthalmologist, orthopedist, neurologist, etc.).
• Maintain detailed records of patients’ medical histories, surgical procedures, and significant information using Helium plus.
• Utilize patient health data for medical analysis.
• Foster a climate of trust and compassion with patients.
• Stay current with medical developments and best practices by attending conferences and seminars.
• Conduct ward rounds for medical patients.
• Fulfill any additional tasks assigned.
• Take responsibility for personal career development and staying updated with the latest knowledge and research in the field.
• Provide emergency care as required, depending on the specialty.
• Perform surgical procedures within the scope of Family Medicine surgical competency.
• Keep medical practicing licenses current and update HR records annually.
• Understand and adhere to the reporting and escalation lines, with reporting to the Head of Department and then the Medical Director.
• Pursue personal research and ethical publishing, with a desirable target of at least 2 annual publications.
• Deliver comprehensive medical services to family members of all ages and genders on an ongoing basis.

Hierarchy:

This role reports to the Head of Medicine.

Education, Certification, and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor of Medicine (MBBS) registered with MDCN and holding a valid practicing license.
• 5 – 7 years of work experience.
• Postgraduate/Residency qualification in Family Medicine.
• Proven experience as a Family Physician.
• Current Practicing License.
• Fellowship of National Postgraduate Medical College or West African College in a relevant subspecialty or its equivalent.
• Strong understanding of examination methodologies and diagnostics.
• Excellent knowledge of infectious diseases, their symptoms, and epidemiology.
• In-depth knowledge of legal medical guidelines and best practices.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to empathize with patients.
• Strong quantitative skills.
• Respect for patient confidentiality.
• Compassionate and approachable demeanor.