JOB DESCRIPTION: Medical Officer / Practice Manager – HIFU & Women's Health Services

Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Employment Type: Full-Time

Reports To: Medical Director / Head of Centre

About the Role
Our client is a leading specialist healthcare provider focused on advancing women's health through innovative, patient-centered care. They are seeking a highly motivated Medical Officer / Practice Manager to support the delivery of specialized HIFU (High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound) and women's health services.
This unique hybrid role combines clinical expertise with operational leadership, offering the successful candidate an opportunity to contribute directly to patient outcomes while driving service excellence, operational efficiency, and an exceptional patient experience.
The ideal candidate is a proactive healthcare professional with strong clinical acumen, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams within a dynamic and innovative healthcare environment.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care & Patient Management

• Conduct comprehensive patient consultations, assessments, and follow-up reviews.
• Evaluate patients presenting with fibroids and other gynecological conditions.
• Support patient selection and suitability assessments for HIFU and other minimally invasive treatment options.
• Review medical histories, imaging reports, laboratory investigations, and clinical findings alongside specialist consultants.
• Educate patients on available treatment options, expected outcomes, risks, and recovery processes.
• Coordinate pre-treatment and post-treatment clinical care pathways.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation and electronic medical records.
• Participate in clinical case reviews, audits, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.

HIFU Service Coordination

• Coordinate the scheduling, planning, and execution of HIFU procedures.
• Facilitate effective communication among consultants, nurses, radiographers, and administrative teams.
• Ensure seamless patient navigation throughout the treatment journey.
• Monitor patient satisfaction and support initiatives aimed at enhancing patient experience.
• Track patient outcomes and contribute to service performance reporting.
• Participate in patient education programs, awareness campaigns, seminars, and community engagement activities related to women's health and HIFU services.

Practice Operations & Service Management

• Oversee daily operational activities to ensure smooth and efficient service delivery.
• Manage patient flow, appointment scheduling, and clinic coordination processes.
• Support the implementation and monitoring of clinical protocols, operational procedures, and service standards.
• Coordinate workforce schedules and support team performance management initiatives.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate procurement of clinical supplies and consumables.
• Support billing processes, operational reporting, and performance monitoring.
• Assist with clinical research, data collection, and healthcare innovation initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, healthcare standards, patient safety protocols, and confidentiality obligations.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) or equivalent medical qualification.
• Full registration and current practicing license with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN).
• Minimum of four (4) years post-NYSC clinical experience.
• Previous exposure to women's health, reproductive medicine, fertility services, radiology, or minimally invasive procedures is highly desirable.
• Experience in healthcare operations, service coordination, or practice management will be an added advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Clinical Competencies
• Women's Health & Reproductive Medicine Knowledge
• Clinical Assessment & Decision-Making
• Patient Counseling & EducationTreatment Pathway Coordination
• Quality & Patient Safety Management

Leadership & Operational Competencies

• Healthcare Operations Management
• Multidisciplinary Team Coordination
• Project & Workflow Management
• Data Reporting & Documentation
• Inventory & Resource Management

Why Join This Opportunity?

• Be part of a pioneering healthcare organization driving innovation in women's health.
• Gain exposure to advanced non-invasive treatment technologies and specialized care pathways.
• Work alongside experienced multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
• Access continuous learning, professional development, and career growth opportunities.
• Contribute to transforming women's healthcare delivery through innovation and excellence.

Application Process

Qualified and interested candidates should submit an updated CV highlighting relevant clinical and operational experience.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.