The Role

• The Nephrologist who reports to the Executive Director / Head of Medicine is responsible for the management of general medical patients and specifically renal disorders
• Set up and runs the dialysis services. The incumbent may also help in interventional nephrology; perform transplant procedures for patients or assist a surgeon in performing the transplant surgery as required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating and managing renal disorders
• Referring patients to surgeons as appropriate
• Evaluating and managing general medical cases.
• Recommending and administering dialysis services as required
• Run clinics, manage emergency and admitted patients
• Administrative and audit duties
• Research and education/training
• Pursue ongoing and continuing education to stay on top of the latest research findings
• Other duties as may be required from time to time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Medicine (MBBS) registered with MDCN with a valid practicing license.
• Fellow of National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria or the West African College of Physician or its equivalent with sub-specialization in Nephrology.
• Years of experience practicing as a Nephrologist.
• Extensive knowledge of modern nephrology practices and technology
• Great counseling and listening skills.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent decision-making skills and communication.
• Outstanding practical and diagnostic skills.
• Great team work spirit, management and leadership skills.

Special Conditions

• Employment is contingent on passing a medical screening conducted by the hospital
• The employee will be subject to various testing including but not limited to drug and medical testing throughout the tenure of their employment
• Knowledge of workflow processes.