MEDICAL OFFICER II – OBSTETRICS & GYNAECOLOGY / SURGERY - WARRI

MEDICAL OFFICER II – OBSTETRICS & GYNAECOLOGY / SURGERY - WARRI

Department: Medical / Clinical Services
Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynaecology / Surgery
Location: Warri, Delta State
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Arrangement: On-Site
Reports To: Consultant / Head of Department, Obstetrics & Gynaecology or Surgery
Supervises: Interns, house officers and other junior clinical personnel as assigned
Monthly Salary: ₦806,038
Minimum Experience: Minimum of 3 years post-NYSC clinical experience.

Job Purpose

The Medical Officer II will provide competent clinical support across Obstetrics & Gynaecology and General Surgery services. The role involves assessing patients, conducting routine clinical procedures, supporting consultants and senior medical personnel, managing cases within the scope of competence and ensuring timely escalation of complex or emergency cases. The successful candidate will contribute to safe, efficient and patient-centred healthcare delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments, obtain relevant medical histories, perform physical examinations and document clinical findings.
• Request and interpret appropriate laboratory and diagnostic investigations under established clinical protocols.
• Participate in the diagnosis and management of patients presenting with obstetric, gynaecological and general surgical conditions.
• Support antenatal, postnatal, outpatient and inpatient services within the assigned clinical units.
• Assist consultants and senior medical officers during ward rounds, clinics, procedures and surgical interventions.
• Monitor patients' clinical progress, identify deterioration and escalate emergencies promptly to the appropriate senior clinician.
• Provide initial management of obstetric and surgical emergencies within the scope of competence.
• Support preoperative assessment, postoperative monitoring and routine patient follow-up.
• Maintain accurate, complete and timely patient records, treatment plans and discharge summaries.
• Provide patient and family education on treatment plans, preventive healthcare and follow-up requirements.
• Collaborate with nursing, laboratory, radiology, pharmacy and other clinical teams to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Participate in clinical audits, departmental meetings, case reviews and quality-improvement activities.
• Comply with hospital policies, infection prevention and control procedures, professional ethics and patient confidentiality requirements.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Timely and accurate patient assessment, diagnosis and treatment documentation.
• Appropriate management and escalation of clinical cases within the officer's scope of practice.
• Effective participation in outpatient clinics, ward rounds and emergency services.
• Compliance with clinical protocols, patient-safety standards and infection prevention procedures.
• Timely completion of patient records, referrals and discharge documentation.
• Effective collaboration with consultants, nursing teams and other healthcare professionals.
• Participation in scheduled departmental training, clinical audits and quality-improvement activities.
• Positive patient feedback and adherence to professional standards of care.

Academic Qualifications

Essential

• Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS or MBChB) from a recognised institution.
• Completion of the required housemanship/internship.
• Completion of NYSC or possession of a valid exemption certificate where applicable.

Desirable

• Postgraduate training or additional clinical courses relevant to Obstetrics & Gynaecology or General Surgery.

Professional Registration / Licence / Certification

Essential

• Full registration with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN).
• Valid annual practising licence issued by the MDCN.
• Evidence of continuing professional development and compliance with professional practice requirements.
• Good professional standing and adherence to the ethical standards governing medical practice.

Desirable

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Life Support or relevant emergency care training.
• Additional training in emergency obstetric care, surgical skills or patient safety.

Required Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of post-NYSC clinical experience in a recognised hospital or healthcare facility.
• Practical experience in general clinical assessment, diagnosis and patient management.
• Exposure to Obstetrics & Gynaecology and General Surgery services.
• Experience supporting ward rounds, outpatient consultations, emergency care and routine clinical procedures.
• Ability to recognise clinical emergencies and escalate cases appropriately.
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

• Good clinical knowledge of Obstetrics & Gynaecology and General Surgery.
• Strong patient assessment, clinical reasoning and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage routine cases independently within the limits of competence.
• Knowledge of basic emergency response and patient stabilisation.
• Good communication, interpersonal and patient-counselling skills.
• Strong documentation and clinical record-keeping abilities.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing clinical priorities.
• Good teamwork, organisation and time-management skills.
• Commitment to patient safety, confidentiality and professional ethics.

Working Relationships

Internal: Consultants, Heads of Department, Senior Medical Officers, Medical Officers, nursing and midwifery teams, laboratory, radiology, pharmacy, theatre staff and hospital management.

External: Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria, relevant professional associations, referral facilities and other healthcare partners.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a responsible and clinically competent medical practitioner with practical hospital experience and exposure to both Obstetrics & Gynaecology and General Surgery. The candidate should demonstrate sound clinical judgement, effective communication, the ability to work collaboratively and a strong commitment to patient safety and quality healthcare delivery.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their updated CV and relevant professional credentials to hiring@mysigma.io, using Medical Officer II – OBGYN/Surgery - Warri as the email subject.

Only candidates who meet the stated qualifications and experience requirements will be considered.