Ijeoma Okoli
Ibadan,Oyo State
Summary
Dedicated medical doctor with extensive (over ten years) clinical experience across various specialties, including psychiatry, surgery,
and pediatrics. Competent in managing acute and chronic conditions while providing high-quality patient care. Strong
communication and teamwork skills support effective collaboration in fast-paced environments.
Fully registered with the General Medical Council (GMC) and holding a valid registration, I am competent to work without direct supervision where appropriate. My clinical practice is underpinned by strong acumen in data gathering, physical examination, and interpretation of investigations—enhanced by excellent communication skills and keen observational insight.
I adapt readily to changing environments and patient needs, even under pressure, while effectively prioritising workloads and using my initiative. Committed to collaborative success, I am eager to take on additional responsibilities to support team goals.
Proficient in data tools including the Microsoft Office suite, I also bring dynamic expertise in public relations, team building, and budgeting. With a strong track record in resource optimisation and project delivery, I am dedicated to driving organisational growth and enhancing team performance.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Medical officer
APIN Public Health Initiatives
Ibadan, Oyo State
02.2023 - Current
- Overview: Worked in a collaborative public health programme delivering comprehensive outpatient and inpatient care to patients with both communicable and non-communicable diseases, including HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, hypertension, asthma, and diabetes and cervical cancer.
- Key Clinical Responsibilities: Assessed and managed acutely unwell patients across adult medicine, paediatrics, and surgical specialties using the A–E assessment approach.
- Initiated emergency care including oxygen therapy, IV fluid resuscitation, nebulisation, and administration of urgent medications.
- Took focused histories, conducted full systems examinations, formulated differential diagnoses, and escalated appropriately to senior clinicians.
- Requested and interpreted investigations including biochemistry, haematology, and radiology to guide patient management.
- Managed outpatient cases including HIV-positive clients and female genital tract infections, reviewed prescriptions and ensured patients were on optimised antiretroviral regimens.
- Performed routine clinical procedures including: Venepuncture, intravenous cannulation Urethral catheterisation, NG tube insertion, blood culture collection
- Teaching: Delivered twice-weekly teaching sessions to medical students, nurses, and junior colleagues using various formats including case-based discussions and bedside teaching.
- Consistently received positive feedback on content delivery and teaching style.
- Clinical Governance and Quality Improvement: Actively participated in audit, research, and quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing patient care and departmental efficiency.
- Regularly attended and contributed to: Morbidity and Mortality (M&M) meetings Weekly SHO teaching sessions Journal clubs and multidisciplinary case discussions
- Non training job
- Reporting to (job title): Supervising Consultant
- Period of notice: Working till date
- Reason for leaving (if applicable):
Medical Officer
Adeoyo Maternity Teaching Hospital
Ibadan, Oyo
03.2021 - 01.2023
- Delivered holistic care across outpatient and acute settings, managing communicable and non-communicable diseases including HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, hypertension, diabetes, asthma.
- Assessed and managed acutely unwell adults and children, utilising ABCDE approach to identify and treat life-threatening conditions; initiated prompt resuscitation with oxygen therapy, IV fluids, nebulisation, and emergency medications as indicated.
- Took concise and relevant medical, surgical, and paediatric histories; performed comprehensive clinical examinations to formulate differential diagnoses and management plans under senior supervision.
- Ordered and interpreted essential investigations (e.g. FBC, U&Es, LFTs, CXR, sputum AFB) to support diagnosis and clinical decision-making.
- Managed patients with advanced HIV/AIDS and associated opportunistic infections such as cryptococcal meningitis, demonstrating skills in escalation, long-term care planning, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
- Delivered outpatient care to HIV-positive patients, including medication reviews, prescription writing, ART optimisation, and adherence counselling in line with national treatment protocols.
- Performed essential FY2-level procedures including venepuncture, IV cannulation, urethral catheterisation, nasogastric tube insertion, and blood culture collection.
- Worked collaboratively within multidisciplinary team, referring appropriately to in-patient teams, discussing cases with senior clinicians, and ensuring seamless transitions of care.
- Screened and referred suspected tuberculosis cases to Infectious Disease Unit; involved in management of complex presentations such as pleural effusion requiring escalation and long-term follow-up.
- Demonstrated effective time management, prioritisation, and communication skills in fast-paced clinical environment with high patient turnover.
- Reporting to (job title): Supervising Consultant/ Medical Director
- Non training job
Medical Officer
Ibadan Anglican Diocese Hospital
Ibadan, Oyo
11.2019 - 02.2021
- Overview: Worked in 38-bedded district-level hospital providing care across general medicine, surgery, obstetrics & gynaecology, and paediatrics. Involved in both outpatient and inpatient care, including management of emergencies and acute presentations.
- Key Responsibilities: Took focused medical, surgical, and paediatric histories and performed full clinical examinations to develop differential diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Conducted inpatient ward rounds and formulated individualised care plans, liaising with consultants for escalation and specialist input.
- Managed acute medical and surgical emergencies including: Diabetic ketoacidosis, hypoglycemic coma Road traffic accident injuries, acute asthma
- Ran daily general outpatient clinics, including antenatal, gynaecological, and paediatric services, referring patients for inpatient admission when indicated.
- Promptly recognised and managed paediatric emergencies, initiating resuscitation and stabilisation, and escalating to senior colleagues when required.
- Conducted and assisted in obstetric procedures including: Normal vaginal deliveries, repair of perineal tears and episiotomies Manual vacuum aspiration under supervision for incomplete miscarriage Basic obstetric ultrasound scans for fetal heartbeat, position, sex, and placental location
- Assisted in major gynaecological and surgical procedures including: Caesarean section, myomectomy, hysterectomy Exploratory laparotomy for ectopic pregnancy
- Provided acute wound care including suturing lacerations under local anaesthetic.
- Counselled patients and families about diagnoses, treatment plans, and follow-up care.
- Participated in management of high-risk pregnancies such as eclampsia, severe preeclampsia, and antepartum haemorrhage due to placenta previa or abruption.
- Delivered outpatient care to HIV-positive patients, including medication reviews, prescription writing, ART optimisation, and adherence counselling in line with national treatment protocols.
- Communicated effectively within the multidisciplinary team and delivered concise handovers and patient summaries to senior colleagues.
- Reporting to (job title): Medical Director
- Non training job
Medical officer
Our Lady of Apostle Catholic Hospital
Ibadan, Oyo
03.2019 - 11.2019
- Worked across general outpatient and inpatient departments in a high-volume secondary care setting, delivering acute and ongoing care across multiple specialties.
- Key Responsibilities & Achievements: Managed a busy outpatient clinic with an average daily caseload of ~100 patients, reviewing a broad range of presentations in General Medicine, Surgery, Paediatrics, Obstetrics, and Gynaecology.
- Provided acute and emergency care for medical conditions including diabetic ketoacidosis, hypoglycaemia, hypertensive crises, cerebrovascular accidents, acute pyelonephritis, and upper gastrointestinal bleeding. Initiated A–E assessment, stabilisation, and appropriate escalation.
- Managed surgical emergencies such as acute urinary retention with initial resuscitation and post-procedure monitoring, ensuring timely referral to appropriate surgical specialties.
- Delivered emergency care to paediatric and neonatal patients, including management of birth asphyxia, neonatal sepsis, hypoglycaemia, and acute asthma. Performed prompt resuscitation and stabilisation, and liaised with paediatricians for further care.
- Provided inpatient care for patients with WHO Stage 3 & 4 HIV, diabetes mellitus, and stroke, formulating comprehensive treatment plans and coordinating multidisciplinary follow-up.
- Conducted daily ward rounds in a 30-bedded paediatric unit and a 16-cot neonatal unit, managing conditions such as neonatal jaundice, transient tachypnoea of the newborn, HIV exposure, cerebral malaria, meningitis, pneumonia, and pyomyositis.
- Developed and implemented individualised care plans in collaboration with senior clinicians and ensured continuity of care through appropriate documentation and handovers.
- Communicated effectively with consultants and the wider multidisciplinary team regarding clinical decision-making and escalation of deteriorating patients.
- Performed FY2-level procedures including venepuncture, IV cannulation, urethral catheterisation, drug administration, incision and drainage, wound debridement, ear syringing, and exchange blood transfusion.
- Interpreted laboratory and radiological investigations to support diagnosis and optimise management strategies.
- Reporting to (job title): Medical Director
- Non training job
Medical Officer
Kingsway International Hospital
Bodija, Oyo
04.2018 - 03.2019
- Key Responsibilities & Achievements: Took detailed patient histories and conducted focused clinical examinations in outpatient and emergency settings.
- Managed a range of medical and surgical emergencies, initiating stabilisation and escalating appropriately to senior colleagues.
- Assisted in common surgical procedures, including caesarean sections, herniorrhaphy, exploratory laparotomy, myomectomy, and appendicectomy.
- Performed key FY2-level procedures including: Urethral catheterisation Episiotomy and episiiorrhaphy IV cannulation and venepuncture Wound debridement and incision & drainage Blood transfusion administration Electrocardiogram (ECG) acquisition and interpretation Conducted normal deliveries and repair of perineal tears.
- Reviewed and interpreted radiological imaging and laboratory results to guide clinical decision-making and optimise patient care.
- Maintained clear, accurate documentation and communicated effectively with consultants, senior doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals regarding patient care, referrals, and follow-up.
- Reporting to (job title): Medical Director
- Non training job
Medical officer
Beta life hospital
Ibadan, Oyo
10.2016 - 03.2018
- Managed a broad range of medical and surgical cases, including acute and emergency presentations, ensuring prompt clinical assessment, formulation of differential diagnoses, and initiation of appropriate management.
- Performed minor surgical procedures including male circumcision, episiotomy, and episiorrhaphy, maintaining strict aseptic technique and providing thorough post-operative care.
- Administered blood transfusions, ensuring proper patient identification, crossmatching, close monitoring for adverse reactions, and adherence to local transfusion safety protocols.
- Reporting to (job title): Medical Director
- Non training job
Medical Officer
Ring Road State Hospital
Ibadan, Oyo
11.2015 - 10.2016
- Key Responsibilities & Achievements: Participated in daily outpatient clinics across medical and surgical specialties, taking patient histories, performing examinations, and contributing to management plans under supervision.
- Reviewed and managed patients in the emergency department and inpatient wards, including acute presentations requiring timely assessment and escalation.
- Attended and contributed to clinical seminars, case reviews, morbidity and mortality meetings, and other departmental educational activities, reflecting a commitment to continuous professional development.
- Reporting to (job title): Medical Supervisor
- Completed my National Youth Service (FY2)
House officer
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology Teaching Hospital
Ogbomoso, Oyo
09.2014 - 10.2015
- General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Urology, and Plastic Surgery (3 months) Clerked patients in outpatient clinics, performed focused examinations, and presented to senior clinicians.
- Participated in ward rounds with senior staff, ensuring accurate documentation and prompt implementation of management plans.
- Assisted in surgeries including appendectomies, laparotomies, orthopaedic procedures, and suprapubic catheterisation.
- Managed ward and emergency patients during first on-call shifts under supervision.
- Performed supervised procedures: venepuncture, urethral catheterisation, NG tube insertion, wound suturing, incision and drainage, blood transfusion, and back slab application.
- Completed discharge summaries and supported safe patient handovers.
- Obstetrics & Gynaecology (3 months) Clerked and examined patients in antenatal and gynaecology clinics, discussing cases with senior colleagues.
- Ran supervised booking clinics and assisted in routine antenatal care.
- Participated in ward rounds, maintaining clinical notes and implementing post-round plans.
- Assisted in vaginal deliveries and caesarean sections; performed episiotomy repairs under supervision.
- Assisted in major procedures including myomectomy and exploratory laparotomy.
- Attended departmental teachings, case reviews, and team briefings.
- Internal Medicine (3 months) Rotated through Cardiology, Endocrinology, Nephrology, Gastroenterology, and Infectious Diseases.
- Managed both new and follow-up patients in outpatient clinics under supervision.
- Participated in the initial assessment and management of acutely unwell patients in the emergency unit.
- Ordered and interpreted investigations; escalated care as appropriate.
- Attended multidisciplinary team meetings, morbidity and mortality reviews, and regular educational sessions.
- Developed safe prescribing skills and maintained accurate clinical documentation.
- Paediatrics & Neonatology (3 months) Rotated through Paediatric Emergency Unit, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and General Paediatric Ward.
- Managed outpatient paediatric cases under consultant supervision.
- Assisted in paediatric emergencies: febrile convulsions, severe asthma, cerebral malaria.
- Provided basic neonatal resuscitation at deliveries under supervision.
- Performed side-laboratory investigations and daily reviews; escalated issues to senior team.
- Participated in teaching, audits, and morbidity & mortality meetings.
- Performed supervised procedures: venepuncture, nasogastric tube insertion, catheterisation, and exchange blood transfusion.
- Reporting to (job title): Clinical Supervisor
- Completed my clinical rotations (FY1)
Education
Professional Linguistics and Assessment Board (Part 2) -
General Medical Council
United Kingdom 02.2024 - 02.2024
Professional Linguistics and Assessment Board (Part 1) -
General medical Council
United Kingdom 05.2023 - 05.2023
Occupational English Test (OET) -
International House Trust Assessment
Lagos 12.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelor of medicine; Bachelor of Surgery -
LAUTECH, College of Health Sciences
Ogbomoso, Oyo State 09.2005 - 06.2014
West African Senior School Certificate Examination -
Federal Government College
Ogbomoso 09.1998 - 07.2004
Basic Infection Prevention Control Certification - Infection Prevention Control
Center for Infection Control and Patient safety
Lagos 09.2025 - 12.2025
Basic Life Support - Basic Life Support Course
National Healthcare Provider Solutions
United Kingdom 04.2025 - 04.2025
Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Course
National Healthcare Provider Solutions
United Kingdom 04.2025 - 04.2025
Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Course
National Healthcare Provider Solutions
United Kingdom 04.2025 - 04.2025
Skills
- Public Relations
- Team building
- Budget planning and execution
- Microsoft Office suite
- Teaching
- Patient assessment, Clinical decision-making, Emergency care
Training courses attended
- Course title: ACLS
- Training provider: NHCPS
- Duration: 3 days
- Year completed: 2025
Professional registration
- Professional body: General Medical Council
- Membership / Registration number 7980283
- Expiry / renewal date 2029-07-08
- Professional body: Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria
- Folio number 75281
Preferred employment type
- Preferred employment type
- What is your preferred employment type?
- Full time
- Part time
Languages
English
Fluent
Igbo
Fluent
Yoruba
Fluent
Timeline
Basic Infection Prevention Control Certification - Infection Prevention Control
Center for Infection Control and Patient safety
09.2025 - 12.2025
Basic Life Support - Basic Life Support Course
National Healthcare Provider Solutions
04.2025 - 04.2025
Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Course
National Healthcare Provider Solutions
04.2025 - 04.2025
Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Course
National Healthcare Provider Solutions
04.2025 - 04.2025
Professional Linguistics and Assessment Board (Part 2) -
General Medical Council
02.2024 - 02.2024
Professional Linguistics and Assessment Board (Part 1) -
General medical Council
05.2023 - 05.2023
Medical officer
APIN Public Health Initiatives
02.2023 - Current
Occupational English Test (OET) -
International House Trust Assessment
12.2021 - 12.2021
Medical Officer
Adeoyo Maternity Teaching Hospital
03.2021 - 01.2023
Medical Officer
Ibadan Anglican Diocese Hospital
11.2019 - 02.2021
Medical officer
Our Lady of Apostle Catholic Hospital
03.2019 - 11.2019
Medical Officer
Kingsway International Hospital
04.2018 - 03.2019
Medical officer
Beta life hospital
10.2016 - 03.2018
Medical Officer
Ring Road State Hospital
11.2015 - 10.2016
House officer
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology Teaching Hospital
09.2014 - 10.2015
Bachelor of medicine; Bachelor of Surgery -
LAUTECH, College of Health Sciences
09.2005 - 06.2014
West African Senior School Certificate Examination -
Federal Government College
09.1998 - 07.2004