- Company: African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE)
- Location: Abuja (FCT), Nigeria
- Job type: Full-time
About the role
The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) Abuja is a 500-bed specialty hospital developed by Afreximbank in partnership with King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. It offers comprehensive diagnostics and treatment in oncology, cardiovascular, and haematological care, as well as general medical and surgical services. The hospital is committed to providing exceptional care to patients across the African continent, regardless of financial means.
As a Consultant Emergency Medicine Physician, you will play a critical role in delivering high-quality care within the Emergency Department. You will manage acute illnesses and injuries, provide stabilisation and definitive treatment, and ensure smooth patient flow. This position requires leadership in a dynamic, high-pressure environment, guiding a multidisciplinary team to deliver patient-centered care while maintaining compliance with national and international standards.
Responsibilities
- Clinical Practice: Provide advanced assessment, diagnosis, and management of acute medical and surgical emergencies, including stabilisation and resuscitation of critically ill patients.
- Procedures: Perform emergency procedures such as intubation, central line placement, and chest tube insertion.
- Leadership: Lead the emergency team during shifts, develop clinical pathways, and manage departmental operations and resource allocation.
- Education: Supervise and mentor junior doctors, medical students, and nursing staff, and organise training sessions on emergency procedures.
- Quality & Governance: Monitor clinical outcomes, participate in audits and patient safety initiatives, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaboration: Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and liaise with external agencies, including ambulance services and referral centres.
- Research: Promote and participate in research activities related to emergency medicine and publish findings in peer-reviewed journals.
Requirements
- MBBS or equivalent medical degree.
- Fellowship in Emergency Medicine.
- Minimum of 5 years of post-specialisation experience in emergency medicine.
- Valid medical licence.
- Advanced Life Support (ALS) and Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) certifications.
- Postgraduate qualifications in critical care or pre-hospital medicine.
- Certification in ultrasound-guided procedures.
- Proven expertise in managing complex and high-acuity cases.
- Experience working in resource-limited settings.
- Research experience with publications in emergency medicine journals.
How to apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the link below.
