Job Title:  Surgeon (Head and Neck, Maxillofacial, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery) Talent Pool

Job Summary

The Surgeon is responsible for providing high-quality patient care and assisting in the surgical and non-surgical management of patients with head and neck, maxillofacial, facial plastic, and reconstructive surgical conditions. The role encompasses preoperative and postoperative patient care, participation in clinical research, quality improvement initiatives, and continuous professional development while ensuring the delivery of safe, evidence-based, and patient-centred care.

Principles Duties and Responsibilities

• Patient Care and Clinical Responsibilities
  • Assist in diagnosing and managing patients with head and neck, maxillofacial, facial plastic and reconstructive surgical conditions.
  • Conduct patients' assessments, including history-taking, physical examinations and ordering diagnostic tests.
  • Assist in emergency cases involving maxillofacial trauma and provide appropriate initial management.
  • Educate patients and their families on treatment plans, surgical procedures, and post-surgical care.

• Surgical Assistance and Procedural Responsibilities
  • Scrub in and assist in various surgical procedures within the head and neck region, ensuring adherence to sterile techniques.
  • Perform minor surgical and non-surgical procedures under the supervision of consultants.
  • Assist in managing complications arising from surgical interventions.

• Administrative and Research Responsibilities
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including progress notes and discharge summaries.
  • Assist in preparing medical reports and case presentations for department meetings. participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, and department research activities. attend departmental meetings, case discussions, and continuing medical education (CME) sessions.

Professional Requirements

• Minimum of two (2) years to seven(7) years post-internship clinical experience.
• Prior exposure to General, OMFS, Plastic, or Reconstructive surgery will be desirable.
• Experience in assisting with minor and major surgical procedures is an added advantage.
• Postgraduate  training and qualification in a relevance medical/surgical specialties is desirable.
• Professional membership such as MRCS from the Royal College of Surgeons or equivalent is an added advantage.

Educational Requirements

Possess a Primary Medical Degree, MBBS or equivalent

Closing Date

9th August 2026