Consultant, Family Medicine
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African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) Abuja is recruiting a Consultant, Family Medicine to lead a multidisciplinary team and deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care across all age groups. The full-time onsite role (GL 5A) involves managing acute and chronic conditions, preventive health, chronic disease management, and mentoring junior staff at the 500-bed specialty hospital.
- Full-time onsite role at AMCE Abuja, a 500-bed specialty hospital developed by Afreximbank with King's College Hospital NHS partnership.
- Lead multidisciplinary team, mentor junior staff, and ensure adherence to clinical and ethical standards.
- Manage complex comorbidities, polypharmacy, chronic diseases, and provide preventive care including vaccinations and screenings.
- Board certification or Fellowship in Family Medicine required, along with MBBS or equivalent and valid medical licence.
- Role includes telehealth solutions, clinical audits, EHR documentation, and compliance with data privacy regulations.
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Job Title: Consultant, Family Medicine
Consultant, Family Medicine at African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE)
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Sep 17, 2026, 12:09 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
The Consultant will lead a multidisciplinary team, mentor junior staff, and ensure adherence to clinical and ethical standards.
The Consultant, Family Medicine, will provide comprehensive, patient-centered care to individuals and families across all age groups at AMCE.
This role involves managing acute and chronic conditions, promoting preventive health, and coordinating care with specialists.
Key Accountabilities
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Responsibilities
- Comprehensive Patient Care:
- Manage complex comorbidities and polypharmacy cases.
- Address psychosocial and lifestyle factors impacting health.
- Provide preventive health services, including vaccinations and screenings.
- Ensure continuity of care through follow-up visits and care coordination.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans for acute and chronic diseases.
- Conduct thorough assessments of patients with undifferentiated and chronic conditions.
- Chronic Disease Management:
- Implement telehealth solutions for remote monitoring where applicable.
- Utilize evidence-based guidelines for disease management.
- Coordinate with specialists for complex cases.
- Monitor and optimize treatment for chronic conditions (e.g., diabetes, hypertension).
- Educate patients on self-management strategies.
- Track and report clinical outcomes for quality improvement.
- Preventive Health and Wellness:
- Promote health
Education
and lifestyle modifications.
Deliver age-appropriate preventive care (e.g., cancer screenings, immunizations).
Conduct risk assessments for hereditary and lifestyle-related diseases.
Align practices with international preventive health standards.
Organize community health outreach programs.
Document preventive interventions in patient records.
Team Leadership and Collaboration:
Mentor junior doctors and medical students.
Resolve conflicts and enhance team communication.
Foster a collaborative environment with nursing and allied health staff.
Lead multidisciplinary team rounds and case discussions.
Advocate for patient-centered care models.
Participate in hospital committees (e.g., quality improvement, infection control).
Communication and Patient
Provide culturally sensitive care to a diverse patient population.
Document patient interactions and
in the EHR.
Address patient complaints and concerns empathetically.
Counsel patients on medication adherence and side effects.
Explain diagnoses, treatment options, and prognoses clearly.
Ensure informed consent for procedures and treatments.
Clinical Documentation and Compliance:
Complete discharge summaries and referrals within 24 hours.
Update patient records with diagnostic results and treatment changes.
Participate in clinical audits and peer reviews.
Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR).
Maintain accurate, timely, and legible medical records.
Adhere to hospital coding and billing protocols.
Qualifications
- Proficiency in diagnosing and managing acute and chronic conditions across all age groups.
- Board certification or Fellowship in Family Medicine.
- MBBS or equivalent Medical Degree.
- Valid medical licence to practise in Nigeria.
- Expertise in preventive medicine, including vaccinations, cancer screenings, and health promotion.
- Ability to handle undifferentiated illnesses and complex comorbidities.
- Must have skills:
- Proficiency in diagnosing and managing acute and chronic conditions across all age groups.
- How to Apply
- Interested and qualified candidates should:
- Click here to apply online
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