JOB DETAILS:

Lusaka West Medical Center is a soon to open private health facility in Lusaka looking to recruit a dynamic individual to fill the position of General Practitioner.

Job Description:

We are looking for a dedicated General Practitioner to join our dynamic clinical team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality, patient-centred medical care, ensuring accurate diagnosis of common ailments, effective treatment, and timely referrals where necessary. The ideal candidate should demonstrate sound clinical judgment, strong ethical standards, and a commitment to continuous professional development.

• Attend to patients by conducting thorough history taking, clinical examination, diagnosis, and treatment in accordance with established medical standards.
• Respond promptly and efficiently to medical emergencies presenting to the health facility.
• Prescribe medications responsibly and ensure the rational use of pharmaceuticals.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests and utilize available support services (Laboratory, Radiology, Physiotherapy, etc.) appropriately.
• Refer patients to specialists or consultants when necessary and coordinate patient management plans.
• Maintain accurate, detailed, and confidential medical records.
• Supervise and mentor clinical and support staff where applicable.
• Participate in ward rounds, case discussions, and multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Promote preventive healthcare and patient education on disease and trauma management in addition to lifestyle modification.
• Observe strict medical ethics, professionalism, and patient confidentiality at all times.
• Keep abreast of medical advancements, emerging treatments, and clinical best practices.

• Strong diagnostic, clinical, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Computer literate and able to work effectively in an electronic medical records environment.

• Grade 12 Certificate.
• MB ChB (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery), MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery), MD or equivalent.
• Prior clinical experience in a private hospital setting will be an added advantage.
• Fully registered with the Health Professions Council of Zambia (HPCZ) – Post Internship.
• Must possess a valid practicing license.