[Job Vacancy] Consultant Gynecologist at Emel Hospital

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Emel Hospital was established in 1988 by Dr. Olufemi Mobolaji-Lawal, a consultant paediatrician. Dr. Mobolaji-Lawal trained as a doctor at the University College Hospital, Ibadan and as a paediatrician in the United Kingdom. Prior to setting Emel Hospital, he worked for some time as consultant paediatrician at Ikeja General Hospital (now Lagos State University Teaching Hospital), Lagos. He is the board chairman and his wife, Dr. (Mrs) Margaret Mobolaji-Lawal is a non-executive director.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Consultant Gynecologist

Location: Festac Town, LagosEmployment Type: Full-time

Job Description

As a Consultant Gynecologist at Emel Hospital Ltd, you are a specialized medical professional responsible for providing comprehensive care to female patients with a focus on reproductive health, pregnancy, childbirth, and women’s health issues.
You will play a crucial role in the healthcare of women, providing them with the necessary medical care, guidance, and support throughout various stages of life, from adolescence to menopause and beyond.
You will also be responsible for performing surgical procedures when needed and ensuring the overall well-being of your patients.

Responsibilities Your job description typically includes the following responsibilities:

Patient Consultations: Meet with patients to discuss their medical history, symptoms, and concerns. Conduct physical examinations and order diagnostic tests as needed to make accurate diagnoses.
Obstetric Care: Provide prenatal care, monitor the health of pregnant women, and assist in managing high-risk pregnancies. Attend deliveries and perform cesarean sections or other necessary procedures during childbirth.
Gynecological Care: Diagnose and treat gynecological conditions, such as menstrual disorders, pelvic pain, sexually transmitted infections, and reproductive system cancers. Perform surgeries, such as hysterectomies, myomectomies, and laparoscopic procedures, as necessary.
Family Planning: Offer family planning and contraceptive counseling to patients, including discussing and providing contraceptive options.
Menopause Management: Provide guidance and care for women going through menopause, addressing symptoms and health concerns associated with this stage of life.
Reproductive Health Education: Educate patients about reproductive health, including sexual health, fertility, and preventive measures. Discuss options for infertility evaluation and treatment.
Compliance: Adhere to all relevant laws, regulations, and hospital policies in patient care and record-keeping, including maintaining patient confidentiality.
Emergency Care: Be available for on-call duties and respond to obstetric and gynecological emergencies promptly.
Patient Communication: Effectively communicate with patients and their families, providing information on diagnoses, treatment plans, and options in a compassionate and understanding manner.
Cancer Screenings: Conduct screenings for gynecological cancers, such as Pap smears for cervical cancer and mammograms for breast cancer. Advise on risk reduction and preventive strategies.
Hormone Replacement Therapy: Prescribe and manage hormone replacement therapy for women experiencing hormonal imbalances or menopausal symptoms.
Surgical Expertise: Perform various gynecological surgeries and procedures, including minimally invasive techniques, as required to address specific medical conditions.
Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals, such as oncologists, radiologists, urologists, and other specialists, to provide comprehensive care to patients with complex medical issues.
Continual Education: Stay up-to-date with the latest medical research and developments in the field of obstetrics and gynecology to offer the most current and effective treatments to patients.
Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and complete medical records for patients and ensure that electronic health records (EHR) are kept up to date.
Other duties: may be assigned as may be necessary.

SalaryN800,000 – N1,000,000 / month.

How to ApplyInterested and qualified candidates should send their Application, CV and other credentials to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Note: For any enquiry, Call 08031544371.

Application Deadline 10th November, 2023.