Company Description :

The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) in partnership with King's College Hospital London (KCH) is seeking talented individuals to fill the role of Consultant General Cardiology.

The African Medical Centre of Excellence, Abuja (AMCE Abuja), a multi-specialty medical institution developed by Afreximbank in partnership with King's College Hospital London (KCH) aims to revolutionize healthcare in Africa. Established to address critical gaps, the AMCE Abuja is committed to providing world-class care through innovative research, development, and education. The partnership with King's College Hospital ensures global expertise, world-class clinical training, research, and professional development. The Centre will offer comprehensive services in oncology, haematology, cardiovascular care, and general healthcare across the continent, with plans for expansion. The construction phase, supported by global partners, precedes a phased rollout over six years, evolving into a 500-bed facility.

Set to commence operations in early 2025, this flagship facility in Abuja is a key part of Afreximbank’s network of healthcare facilities, actively countering brain drain, reducing medical tourism by offering advanced procedures such as stem cell transplantation and state-of-the-art treatments for various diseases, and fostering employment opportunities. The vision for the AMCE initiative is to shape a healthier and more educated future for Africa.

Job Summary

The Consultant General Cardiologist plays a pivotal role in providing expert care to patients with a wide range of cardiovascular conditions. This position involves comprehensive responsibilities, including the diagnosis, management, and treatment of heart-related disorders, ranging from common cardiovascular issues to complex cases requiring advanced intervention.

The role is critical in both inpatient and outpatient settings, where the Consultant is responsible for conducting and interpreting diagnostic tests such as echocardiograms trans-thoracic & trans oesophageal, dobutamine Echo), stress tests. In addition, this role involves developing personalized treatment plans that may include medication management, lifestyle modifications, and interventional procedures.

The Consultant General Cardiologist also leads multidisciplinary team meetings (including cardiologist, cardiac surgeon, intensivist & anaesthetist) to discuss and optimize care for patients with complex cardiovascular conditions, ensuring that all treatment decisions are evidence-based and patient-centred. Beyond clinical duties, the Consultant is engaged in the strategic development of cardiology services within the hospital, contributing to the adoption of modern technologies, clinical trials, and innovative treatment protocols to enhance patient outcomes.

The role demands close collaboration with other specialists, including cardiothoracic surgeons and interventional cardiologists, to provide comprehensive, high-quality care. Furthermore, the Consultant serves as a mentor and educator to junior doctors and cardiology trainees, fostering an environment of continuous learning and professional development.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership:

• Provide clinical leadership within the cardiology department, guiding junior doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals in delivering high-quality cardiovascular care.
• Lead multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss complex cases and develop tailored treatment plans.
• To be accountable, the delivery of key performance indicators relating to his department, whilst striving for continuous improvement.
• To be an active member in the department by displaying resilience whilst designing and building a safe environment for the department members
• You will be at the forefront of the team and be responsible for any outstanding issues related to the department’s function of the organisation.

Strategic Development:

• Collaborate with the department colleagues to develop and implement strategic initiatives aimed at advancing cardiology services, including the adoption of modern technologies and treatment protocols.
• Engage in research and clinical trials to contribute to the advancement of cardiology knowledge and practices.
• Provide clear and concise leadership for the team to ensure that all facilities are outstanding environments, which are safe for the use of staff to the highest quality delivery of services to patients and external visitors.
• Responsible for delivering excellent patient focused facilities, which consider any staff and any feedback from staff and patients.

Governance:

• Ensure all cardiology services adhere to hospital policies, national guidelines, and best practice standards, including those related to patient safety and clinical outcomes.
• Participate in audits and quality assurance programs to continuously improve the quality of cardiology care provided.
• Ensure correct governance's arrangements, which include the management of finance and regulatory activity where appropriate.
• Making sure that all department functions comply with the governance standards.
• Ensuring that all department processes follow the correct guidelines from a governance standpoint.

Clinical Responsibilities :

• Perform diagnostic procedures such as echocardiograms, stress tests, and interpret results to inform patient care.
• Manage both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with cardiovascular conditions, including the coordination of follow-up care and rehabilitation.
• Participate in the on-call duties as required by the department.
• Carries out full range of inpatient and outpatient clinical duties as assigned by the clinical director/lead of cardiology in accordance with individually approved privileges.
• Offer advisory expertise to junior members/managers in relation to any issues relating to the department and the organization.
• Collaborate with the relevant senior clinical and managerial staff within the directorate to ensure that any external monetary funding opportunities from external sources are explored.
• Continue to work and develop to acquire further skills appropriate to the post where necessary. This could be in the form of extra educational qualifications/accreditations.

Equality and Diversity:

• Act as an active member 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.

Communications And Working Relationships:

• Work closely with other specialists, including cardiothoracic surgeons, interventional cardiologists, internal medicine, general surgery and general practitioners, to provide comprehensive cardiovascular care.
• Communicate effectively with patients and their families, providing clear explanations of diagnoses, treatment options, and care plans.
• Establish credibility throughout the organisation and set an example as a proactive senior leader and change agent who earns respect by demonstrating a sound understanding of the departments’ objectives and goals.
• Collaborate with the Clinical Director and divisional Heads to determine short- and long-term needs of the Department.

Line Management:

• Supervise and mentor junior doctors and cardiology fellows, providing training and development opportunities to enhance their skills.
• Participate in the recruitment and performance evaluation of cardiology staff.
• Develop and maintain the department with the appropriate mix of business knowledge and technical skills required to achieve strategic objectives and ensure the core functions of the department are reliable, stable, and efficient.
• Provide strong leadership to develop, coach and ensure a high performing team.
• Participate in establishing the department goals, objectives, and operating procedures.

Organizational Responsibilities:

• Report to the Clinical Director/Lead of Cardiology, contributing to the strategic planning and development of the cardiology department.
• Participate with the team to look for new department or sector related improvements.
• Provide solutions and services to the business that retain and increase a competitive advantage within the sector.
• Evaluate, select, and implement modern technology/ systems needed to support the organization in reaching its strategic objectives.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of a recognized medical school
• Fellowship/or equivalent in cardiology in a recognized busy cardiac centre
• Valid full registration with licence to practice in home country.
• Meeting all requirement to register with Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria.                   

Experience:

• At least 7 years' experience working in a consultant level in a busy cardiology department
• Experience managing issues and identifying any potential risk to strategy
• Management and Leadership Inspirational and visible leader, with first class communication skills, capable of engaging audiences at all levels
• Ability to think and act strategically, developing practical, innovative and creative solutions to the management of issues and complex problems related to the department
• Ability to identify opportunities to improve business outcomes through partnership at all levels
• Well-developed management skills, with the ability to build and lead large teams 
• Highly effective influencing and negotiating skills, with the ability to develop partnerships and alliances across a diverse range of stakeholders
• Politically astute and resilient, with the ability to manage conflict and ambiguity
• Outcome focused, with the capability and tenacity to drive the agenda forward
• Financially literate and commercially astute, with a sophisticated understanding of commercially orientated performance and financial management including contract management
• Shares the AMCE’s vision and values
• Commitment to clinical governance / improving quality of patient care

Personal attributes :

• Professional attitude towards work
• Shares the AMCE’s vision 
• Proactive and organised
• Commitment to clinical governance / improving quality of patient care
• Has personal and professional credibility and commands the respect of colleagues' peers  
• Is supportive and approachable and capable of inspiring confidence in staff members
• Commitment to caring for others
• Ability to adapt to living in a new country and new culture accordingly
• High levels of honesty and integrity

Languages:

• All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues

AMCE Values:

• Able to demonstrate an understanding of the AMCE’s values
• Commitment to uphold the AMCE’s values

African Medical Centre of Excellence, Abuja (AMCE Abuja) aims to be an Employer of Choice, providing equal opportunity for everyone regardless of their background, gender, race and other protected characteristics.