Neurologist

About the Role

The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) Abuja, a premier 500-bed specialty hospital developed by Afreximbank in clinical partnership with Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, is seeking a dedicated Consultant Neurologist. In this vital role, you will provide exceptional diagnosis and management for a broad spectrum of neurological conditions, driving our mission to deliver accessible, world-class healthcare across Africa.

• Conduct comprehensive inpatient and outpatient neurological assessments and evidence-based treatments for conditions including stroke, epilepsy, dementia, and movement disorders.
• Perform and interpret critical neurodiagnostic studies such as EEG, EMG, nerve conduction studies, and collaborate on neuroimaging analysis.
• Provide acute stroke management, including thrombolysis, and expertly handle neurological emergencies.
• Lead, mentor, and supervise junior doctors, residents, and medical students through bedside teaching and structured clinical training.
• Drive quality improvement initiatives, departmental audits, and clinical research projects to enhance patient care outcomes.
• Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams alongside neurosurgeons, radiologists, and rehabilitation therapists, ensuring meticulous Electronic Medical Record (EMR) documentation.

• Medical Degree (MBBS/MD or equivalent) from a recognized institution with a valid medical license to practice in Nigeria or eligibility to obtain one.
• Board Certification in Neurology (e.g., FWACP, FMCNA, or equivalent international qualification).
• Minimum of 5 years of post-fellowship clinical experience in a high-volume hospital setting.
• Proven expertise in neurodiagnostic interpretation and adherence to international neurology treatment guidelines.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills with a deep commitment to empathetic patient care.
• Desirable attributes include postgraduate qualifications in neurophysiology or stroke medicine, and a track record of peer-reviewed publications.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package aligned with international healthcare standards.
• Opportunity to work with state-of-the-art medical technology in a prestigious, newly established specialty hospital.
• Continuous professional development through cutting-edge research, academic teaching, and clinical governance initiatives.
• The chance to make a profound, lasting impact on healthcare delivery and patient outcomes across the African continent.

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