JOB SUMMARY
This is an exceptional opportunity for doctors with a passion for emergency and critical care medicine who are looking to build — or advance — a career pathway toward Emergency Medicine specialisation. Working directly alongside experienced EHCON emergency medicine consultants, you will gain hands-on clinical exposure at the forefront of acute and critical care. The EHCON Medical Officer supports consultants in the clinical management of emergency and critical care departments. You will assess and manage acutely ill patients while on duty, playing a prominent role in resuscitation and team-based care. Beyond the clinical floor, this role offers structured engagement in teaching, training delivery, and research — building a comprehensive foundation in emergency medicine. You will be expected to lead training at the EHCON Training Centre and participate actively in EHCON-led research — equipping you with both the clinical depth and academic breadth required for specialisation in emergency medicine
WHY THIS ROLE?
- Consultant-Led Mentorship: Work side-by-side with seasoned emergency medicine consultants, gaining direct clinical mentorship unavailable in most generalist posts.
- Structured EM Training: Attend and deliver core EHCON courses including BLS, ACLS, and PALS — building the procedural and cognitive foundation for emergency medicine certification.
- Research Engagement :ontribute to EHCON-led research — developing the academic profile that strengthens applications for emergency medicine specialist programmes.
- African Emergency Medicine: Join an African-led organisation at the forefront of advancing emergency care systems — gaining experience in the specific disease burden and resource context of the region
ACCOUNTABILITIES
The Medical Officer shall work with and under the supervision of the EHCON consultants.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work closely with the medical team to manage emergency and critical care patients
- Keep up to date on literature and relevant advances in the fields of emergency and critical care
- Ensure availability when scheduled for duty
- Attend required training for professional development, including courses aligned with Emergency Medicine specialisation
- Become an instructor in core EHCON courses and trainings
- Function as a research physician for EHCON and work with research team members to assist with data collection, analysis, and other research tasks
QUALIFICATIONS
- MBBS or equivalent medical degree
- Post-NYSC with plans to remain in Nigeria for 2 years or more BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification or willingness to obtain — training support available
- Verifiable experience in emergency medicine and/or critical care
Doctors actively seeking Emergency Medicine specialisation are strongly encouraged to apply. This role has been designed to support your training trajectory — providing the clinical exposure, procedural volume, and academic engagement needed to build a credible application for EM specialist programmes.
KEY SKILLS & PERSONAL QUALITIES
KEY SKILLS
- Good time management and punctuality
- Excellent communication skills Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to follow policies and procedures
- Good interpersonal skills Interest in management of acute conditions
PERSONAL QUALITIES
- Polite and confident
- Flexible, cooperative, and able to multi-task
- Positive, self-motivated, and forward-thinking
- High levels of integrity and loyalty
- Sensitive and empathic in distressing situations
- Strong attention to detail
BENEFITS
- Monthly Remuneration Competitive, based on experience
- 4 Weeks Annual leave max 2 weeks consecutive
- Health Insurance Provided after 3-month probation period Phone & Data Allowance
HOURS 185 hrs / months
