Job Description

An officer at this level shall:

• Participate in the strategic planning of the division in collaboration with other medical staff in the unit to make significant impact on the performance or business outcome of the University Health Unit and its sub-functions;
  
• Attend to patients’ medical needs, diagnose their illnesses and prescribe medicines and other therapeutic interventions in consultation rooms and at the accident and emergency Unit of the University Health Unit;
  
• Follow-up on and observe the medical condition and progress of patients and in the A &E Unit and those attending special clinics;
  
• Provide medical advice, counselling, health education and control measures to patients in the University Health Unit in order to prevent spread of diseases and injuries;
  
• Work with other medical staff to solve single or multiple medical issues and/or participate in performing major surgical procedures in the University Health Unit;
  
• Implement best clinical practice policies and procedures in the University Health Unit;
  
• Refer patients to the appropriate specialized clinics and medical consultants for further diagnosis, treatment and management of their medical conditions;
  
• Provide quality emergency medical services to patients in the emergency Unit of the University Health Unit;
  
• Implement the University culture of team-base, fact-base and patient-base and work towards achievement of the Health Unit’s Vision; and
  
• Perform any other duty as may be assigned from time to time.
  

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to the grade, one must have:

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBCHB) from a recognized institution.
  
• At least two (2) years post internship.
  
• Valid registration certificate from Medical Practitioner and Dentist Board.
  
• Evidence of continuing professional development.