To work as an in-house Medical Officer responsible for clinical care of patients in these units, wards or clinics and ensuring an efficient, effective and profitable medical service

Requirements

• A medical degree from a recognized and reputable institution, an Annual Practicing License and a Registration Certificate.

• Registration as a medical practitioner or eligible for registration with the Uganda Medical and Dental Practitioners’ Council.

• Years of Experience: At least one year of professional experience after completing the internship.

• To carry out conclusive diagnoses and treatment based on comprehensive history taking and examination of the patient(s) following C-Care protocols and thorough BUT appropriate investigations (e.g. lab tests/imaging, etc.).

• To be fully conversant with the hospital and/or health center facilities and systems including the corresponding charges/ fees.

• To follow up on all cases, ensuring that lab tests, imaging, further consultations, etc. are made and medical attention followed through.

• To provide OPD cover as will be required ensuring that all patients are seen without unnecessary details. It is important that you regularly check the patients’ card box to ensure that not patients are waiting

• To be well-versed with the medical equipment and how to use and maintain it.

• To liaise with external medical service providers for any information they may have regarding our patients.

• To liaise with specialists for proper management of patient(s) they have referred or consultations for IHK patient(s).

• To instruct or train junior medical staff on any issues pertaining to management of the patient(s) e.g. doing triage, patient handling, etc.