Senior Resident, Haematology

Qualifications

· Medical degree (MBBS or equivalent) from a recognized institution.

· Full registration with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) or equivalent national medical board.

Experience

· Minimum of 3-4 years of post-graduate residency training in Haematology.

· Demonstrated clinical experience in managing a broad range of haematological diseases.

· Hands-on experience in laboratory haematology, including morphology and coagulation.

Clinical and Diagnostic Services

· Manage inpatients and outpatients with haematological conditions, including haemoglobinopathies, coagulopathies, cytopenias, and haematological malignancies.

· Perform and interpret diagnostic procedures, including bone marrow aspirates and trephine biopsies.

· Interpret peripheral blood films, coagulation screens, and other complex laboratory results to guide patient management.

· Provide expert support for the hospital’s transfusion service.

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

· Work closely with consultants, oncologists, pathologists, and other specialists to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care.

· Actively participate in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings for haematology-oncology cases.

Training and Education

· Supervise and mentor junior residents and medical officers, providing clinical guidance and support.

· Participate in departmental teaching sessions, journal clubs, and morbidity and mortality meetings.

· Engage in continuous professional development to enhance clinical knowledge and skills.

Quality and Compliance

· Adhere to all hospital protocols, clinical guidelines, and ethical standards in patient care and laboratory practice.

· Participate in clinical audit and quality improvement projects within the department.

· Ensure accurate and timely documentation in patient records and laboratory information systems.