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Medical Doctor at the American University of Nigeria (AUN)

The American University of Nigeria was founded in response to the need for a world-class university in sub-Saharan Africa. The University’s mission is to provide quality education to Nigeria and Africa’s future leaders in order to equip them with the skills needed to solve development issues on the continent, and give them the knowledge needed to create solutions that will benefit their community, their country and, ultimately, the world.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Medical Doctor

Location: Yola, Adamawa

Job Type: Full-time

Job Summary 

The Medical Doctor will be charged with the responsibility of providing a comprehensive medical care to our diverse University community, promote health and wellness, and contribute to the overall wellbeing of Faculty, Students and Staff in accordance with the established policies and procedures of the AUN Health Center.

Detailed listing of Responsibilities

● Deliver high-quality medical services including diagnosis, treatment, and management of acute and chronic illnesses.

● Conduct routine examinations and health assessments.

● Develop and implement health promotion programs and preventive care initiatives to enhance the health of the university community.

● Work closely with team members to coordinate comprehensive care and referral services as needed.

● Provide health education and counseling to faculty, students and staff on various health topics, including nutrition, mental health, and disease prevention.

● Maintain accurate and confidential patient records in compliance with legal and institutional standards.

● Act as a first responder in medical emergencies and provide immediate care when required.

● Stay updated on medical best practices and advancements.

● Participate in ongoing training and professional development activities.

● Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements for the position

● Doctor of Medicine (MD) or equivalent medical degree from a recognized institution.

● Valid medical license to practice in Nigeria.

● Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience in a hospital or healthcare setting, preferably with experience in a university or college health environment.

● Strong clinical and diagnostic skills, excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, and a commitment to patient-centered care.

● Empathetic, culturally sensitive, and capable of working in a diverse environment.

● Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Other requirements, abilities for the position:

● Experience in student health services or college healthcare.

● Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).

● Knowledge of health regulations and privacy laws.

● Experience in NHIA protocol

● Thorough knowledge in Pharmacological agents used in patient treatment.

  1. Description of Benefits

Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience and job classification as approved by the University.

Application Closing Date

8th November, 2024.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should:

Click here to apply online

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