- Company: African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE)
- Location: Abuja (FCT)
- Job type: Full-time
About the role
The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) in Abuja is seeking a Hepatobiliary Surgeon to join their team. This is a full-time, onsite position at the GL 5A level. As a key specialist, you will lead the surgical management of patients within the Hepatopancreatobiliary (HPB) Service. Your role involves providing expert care for complex benign and malignant conditions of the liver, biliary tree, and pancreas, while also driving clinical excellence and innovation.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive surgical care for complex procedures, including liver resections, pancreatic resections (e.g., Whipple procedure), bile duct repairs, and laparoscopic HPB surgeries.
- Perform and interpret specialized diagnostic and interventional procedures such as intraoperative ultrasound, cholangiography, and ERCP.
- Develop and monitor individualized perioperative and long-term treatment plans based on evidence-based practice and oncological principles.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including hepatologists, oncologists, and radiologists, to provide integrated patient care.
- Participate in MDT meetings, specifically the HPB Tumor Board, to determine optimal treatment strategies.
- Adhere to hospital policies, clinical guidelines, and surgical safety protocols, with a focus on enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS).
- Teach, train, and mentor surgical residents, medical officers, and interns.
- Contribute to the department’s educational program and engage in clinical research activities.
Requirements
- Medical Degree (MBBS or equivalent) from a recognized institution.
- Fellowship or equivalent postgraduate qualification in General Surgery with a sub-specialty fellowship in Hepatopancreatobiliary (HPB) Surgery from a recognized international board.
- Valid medical license and board certification in the country of practice.
- Minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience in HPB Surgery with a proven track record of independent practice.
- Proven experience in managing complex benign and malignant HPB surgical cases, including major liver and pancreatic resections as well as ERCP.
- Experience in clinical research and a record of publications in peer-reviewed journals is highly desirable.
How to apply
Interested and qualified candidates should click here to apply online.
