Medical Director

Medical Director
Reports To: Group Managing Director (GMD) / Board of Directors
Employment Type: Full-Time (On-Site)
Location: Maitama, Abuja
Experience Level: Minimum of 10 Years
Salary: Open / Negotiable

Job Summary

The Medical Director will provide strategic, clinical, and operational leadership across all medical and clinical services of the hospital. The role is responsible for ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centered care while driving clinical governance, regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Working closely with the GMD and Board of Directors, the Medical Director will lead the hospital's clinical vision, oversee medical staff and departments, ensure adherence to best clinical practices, and strengthen the hospital's reputation as a center of excellence in healthcare delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership & Patient Care

• Promote patient satisfaction through high-quality, patient-centered care
• Oversee the development and evaluation of patient safety measures across all services
• Provide clinical oversight for ongoing projects and evaluate new treatments and technologies
• Ensure confidentiality of medical records and adherence to medical ethics

Quality Assurance & Clinical Governance

• Lead quality improvement initiatives, including tracking mortality, morbidity, infection control, and readmission rates
• Supervise clinical audits and governance processes
• Provide oversight to the Clinical Director and Heads of Clinical Departments
• Report quality and performance outcomes to the Board

Strategic & Operational Management

• Provide strategic leadership and contribute to hospital planning and execution
• Coordinate multidisciplinary collaboration across departments
• Develop and update policies, clinical guidelines, and SOPs
• Oversee effective use of EMR and hospital information systems

Human Resource & Capacity Development

• Lead workforce planning, recruitment, and performance management
• Ensure optimal staffing levels and professional conduct
• Support continuous medical education and staff development

Financial & Resource Management

• Develop and manage clinical and operational budgets
• Ensure efficient utilization of financial and material resources
• Apply sound financial judgment in decision-making

Regulatory Compliance & Stakeholder Engagement

• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and NHIS requirements
• Keep Management and Board informed of regulatory changes
• Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships
• Represent the hospital at professional and industry engagements

Corporate Representation & Other Duties

• Collaborate with marketing and business development teams to enhance brand positioning
• Maintain relationships with regulators, partners, and professional bodies
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Board or Management

Qualifications & Experience

Required Qualifications

• Fellowship qualification from a recognized medical college (e.g., NPMCN, WACP, WACS, or equivalent)
• Full registration with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN)

Experience

• Minimum of 7 years post-fellowship clinical experience
• At least 3 years in a senior medical leadership or hospital administrative role
• Proven experience in clinical governance, quality improvement, and patient safety
• Demonstrated experience in budget planning and financial management
• Prior experience within the private healthcare sector is required

Skills & Competencies

• Strong clinical expertise and decision-making ability
• Excellent leadership and people-management skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Strategic thinking and high financial acumen
• Ability to develop and implement policies and systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and hospital information systems
• Project and change management capabilities
• Strong understanding of NHIS operations and healthcare regulations

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a detailed cover letter to:
hiring@mysigma.io