Resident Doctor (Psychiatry)
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Usmanu Danfodiyo University Teaching Hospital, Sokoto is recruiting a Resident Doctor (Psychiatry) for a full-time residency training position. Applicants must meet medical registration, postgraduate examination, NYSC, and MBSS requirements and submit credentials and a detailed CV.
- Full-time Resident Doctor role in Psychiatry based in Sokoto.
- Applicants are being admitted into the Residency Training Programme.
- Requires a current practicing license and full MDCN registration.
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Usmanu Danfodiyo University Teaching Hospital, Sokoto is recruiting a Resident Doctor (Psychiatry) for a full-time residency training position. Applicants must meet medical registration, postgraduate examination, NYSC, and MBSS requirements and submit credentials and a detailed CV.
- Full-time Resident Doctor role in Psychiatry based in Sokoto.
- Applicants are being admitted into the Residency Training Programme.
- Requires a current practicing license and full MDCN registration.
- Salary grade is CONMESS 3.
- Submit credentials, a detailed CV, and three referees in a sealed envelope.
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- PreferredPractical evidence in internship, Physician, PsychiatristThe tags and summary point to skills connected with this role.
- RequiredAvailability to work in SokotoThe vacancy is associated with this location.
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Resident Doctor (Psychiatry) at Usmanu Danfodiyo University Teaching Hospital, Sokoto
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Oct 28, 2026, 7:06 AM
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At Usmanu Danfodiyo University Teaching Hospital, Sokoto we offer highly specialised medical care, on various aspects, from some of the foremost national and international specialists in their various field of speciality.
Usmanu Danfodiyo University Teaching Hospital is the only academic center in Sokoto, Kebbi and Zamfara States and some parts of neighboring Niger and Benin Republics, meaning we bring special expertise and experience to our patients. You will benefit from the team approach and may find, in addition to your personal doctor, a group of highly skilled health professionals working to provide you with care. We hope this additional attention contributes to your well-being and peace of mind.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:
Job Title: Resident Doctor (Psychiatry)
Location: Sokoto
Employment Type: Full-time
Requirements
Applicants seeking admission into the Residency Training Programme must possess the following:
Evidence of current annual practicing license, and
Evidence of full registration with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria.
Evidence of passing the Primary Examination of either the National or West African Postgraduate Medical College in the candidate's chosen field of specialization.
Evidence of NYSC discharge or exemption certificate as the case may be.
Evidence of graduation from any accredited Medical School (MBSS).
Salary Grade
CONMESS 3.
Method of Application
- Interested and qualified candidates should submit one (1) copy of their application, attaching photocopies of relevant credentials and a detailed Curriculum Vitae, in the following format:
- Extracurricular activities
- Place of birth
- Sex
- Marital status
- Permanent home address
- Phone number
- State of origin
- Nationality
- Academic qualification obtained with dates
- Contact address
- Age
- Institutions attended with dates
- E-mail address
- Local Government Area
- Full name
- Name, address and phone number of three (3) referees
- All applications must be addressed and submitted in a sealed envelope and marked "Application for the post of...(State the cadre) (i.e. according to the post you are applying for) at the top left-hand corner of the envelope to:
- The Chief Medical Director,
- Usmanu Danfodiyo University Teaching Hospital, Sokoto,
- P.M.B.2370,
- Sokoto, Nigeria.
- Note
- Applicants must strictly adhere to the content of this advert.
- Previous applications are NOT valid.
- Only shortlisted candidates shall be invited for an interview.
- Application Deadline:
- 9th December, 2026.
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