Emel Hospital, Festac Town, Lagos, Nigeria is a multi-specialists’ hospital, situated at 21 Road, Z Close in Festac Town, Amuwo Odofin Local Government Lagos, Nigeria. Emel Hospital is a purpose-built 44 bed hospital situated on a piece of land specially approved for its purpose by the Federal Housing Authority. 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.

The hospital was declared open on the 9th of December 1988 by the then Honorable Minister of Health of Nigeria, Prof. Olikoye Ransome-Kuti. It is the first private hospital in Lagos, Nigeria to be designated “Baby Friendly Hospital” by the Federal Ministry of Health in 1993. We are a well-recognized and foremost pediatric referral centre in Amuwo Odofin area and its environs, as well as providing general medical care and specialist services in obstetrics and gynaecology, internal medicine and various surgical specialities. Our facility is fully computerized and staffed with professionals to deliver excellent primary medical and specialist’s services. We actively promote excellence with a view to ensuring complete client satisfaction at all times.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Medical Officer

Location: Festac, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Description

• This is a full-time on-site Medical Officer role located in Festac Town.
• The Medical Officer will be responsible for diagnosing and treating patients, providing high-quality patient care, performing medical examinations, and coordinating with other healthcare professionals.
• They will also offer training and guidance to junior medical staff and assist in surgeries whenever needed to ensure the best clinical outcomes for patients.

Qualifications

• Medical degree (MBBS or equivalent) and a valid practice license
• Expertise in Medicine and Patient Care
• Experience in Surgery and working collaboratively with Physicians
• Skill in providing support and Training to healthcare personnel
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities in medical care
• Ability to remain calm and effective in emergency situations
• Prior experience in a hospital or clinical setting is an advantage.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.