Consultant Emergency Medicine Physician
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The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) Abuja is hiring a Consultant Emergency Medicine Physician to lead clinical care, resuscitation, and multidisciplinary team coordination in its Emergency Department. The role involves advanced emergency procedures, protocol development, teaching, and quality improvement within a 500-bed specialty hospital developed by Afreximbank in partnership with King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
- Senior emergency medicine role at a new 500-bed specialty hospital in Abuja
- Full-time onsite position with leadership and clinical responsibilities
- Involves resuscitation, emergency procedures, and protocol development
- Includes teaching, mentoring, and quality improvement duties
- Opportunity to work in a high-standard, internationally partnered hospital
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Job Title: Consultant Emergency Medicine Physician
Consultant Emergency Medicine Physician at African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE)
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Sep 17, 2026, 12:02 PM
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The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) Abuja is a 500-bed specialty hospital offering world-class comprehensive diagnostics and treatment in oncology, cardiovascular, and haematological care, and general medical and surgical services, along with top notch research and education. The AMCE will provide exceptional care to people on the African continent, regardless of their financial means. Developed by the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) in clinical partnership with King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust., AMCE Abuja is the first of five centres planned for development in Africa.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Full Time (Onsite)
Level: GL 5A
Job Purpose
This position involves managing a diverse range of acute illnesses and injuries, providing stabilisation and definitive treatment to patients, and ensuring smooth patient flow through the department.
The Consultant, Emergency Medicine plays a critical role in delivering high-quality care within the Emergency Department (ED).
The role requires leadership in a dynamic, high-pressure environment, guiding a multidisciplinary team of doctors, nurses, and support staff to deliver patient-centered care.
This role is ideal for a highly motivated individual committed to advancing emergency medicine and improving outcomes for patients in Nigeria.
They will contribute to the development and implementation of protocols that enhance efficiency, safety, and quality of care within the ED.
The Consultant Emergency Medicine Physician will also play a pivotal role in teaching and mentoring junior medical staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence within the department.
This includes participating in clinical governance, quality improvement initiatives, and maintaining compliance with national and international standards.
The Consultant will utilise advanced diagnostic and therapeutic skills to make rapid, evidence-based decisions, particularly in life-threatening situations.
As a representative of the hospital, the Consultant is expected to build and maintain strong communication channels with other departments, including critical care, radiology, and surgery.
Key Accountabilities
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Responsibilities
- Clinical Practice:
- Participate in hospital-wide committees related to emergency services and patient safety.
- Lead the emergency team during shifts, ensuring efficient patient care and workload distribution.
- Manage departmental operations, including resource allocation and staffing.
- Ensure timely transfer or admission of patients requiring further specialised care.
- Provide advanced assessment, diagnosis, and management of acute medical and surgical emergencies.
- Leadership and Management
- Develop and implement clinical pathways and protocols for emergency care.
- Oversee the stabilisation and resuscitation of critically ill patients.
- Perform emergency procedures, including intubation, central line placement, and chest tube insertion.
- Promote a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
- Contribute to the strategic planning and development of emergency services.
- Monitor and manage departmental budgets and resources.
- Ensure adherence to hospital policies and regulatory requirements.
- Represent the department in hospital-wide committees and forums.
- Lead initiatives for quality improvement and patient safety.
Education
and Training:
Support staff development through regular appraisals and feedback.
Organise and deliver training sessions on emergency procedures and protocols.
Supervise and mentor junior doctors, medical students, and nursing staff.
Quality Improvement and Governance:
Participate in audits, incident reviews, and patient safety initiatives.
Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
Monitor and evaluate clinical outcomes to identify areas for improvement.
Communication and Collaboration:
Maintain effective communication with patients, families, and other healthcare providers.
Liaise with external agencies, including ambulance services and referral centres.
Actively participate in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings.
Research and Development:
Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at professional conferences.
Promote and participate in research activities related to emergency medicine.
Equality and Diversity:
Act as lead for Equality & Diversity in the department to ensure the development and effective implementation of a strategy, set of policies, procedures and monitoring and control systems are in place.
Organisational
Qualifications
Research
Experience
with publications in emergency medicine journals.
Advanced Life Support (ALS) and Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) certifications.
Postgraduate qualifications in critical care or pre-hospital medicine.
working in resource-limited settings.
Valid medical licence.
Fellowship in Emergency Medicine.
Certification in ultrasound-guided procedures.
Proven expertise in managing complex and high-acuity cases.
Minimum of 5 years of post-specialisation
in emergency medicine.
MBBS or equivalent medical Degree.
Must have skills:
Proven expertise in managing complex and high-acuity cases.
How to Apply
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