Associate Consultant - Adult Cardiovascular Surgery (2 Posts)

Description (Public)

Uganda Heart Institute is recruiting for the post of Associate Consultant – Adult Cardiovascular Surgery (salary scale UHI 2 MED-1; number of posts: 2), reporting to the Consultant – Adult Cardiac Surgery. To provide comprehensive specialist care to adult patients requiring cardiovascular surgical intervention through accurate assessment, diagnosis, perioperative management, surgical treatment, and postoperative follow-up, with the aim of achieving optimal patient outcomes. This is a full-time position at the Institute headquarters in Mulago, Kampala.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

Diagnose and treat cardiovascular conditions and conduct cardiovascular surgeries
Implement patient care management plans
Conduct ward rounds and in the specialty area.
Participate in training programmes for all health Professionals
Supervise medical officers interns and trainees
Identify procurement needs of the department for equipment, drugs and other logistics
Prepare departmental work plans, budgets and reports.
Prepares duty rosters.
Conduct performance evaluation of subordinates, provide constructive feedback and identify opportunities for growth.

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

Qualifications & Experience:

MBCh. B degree or its equivalent from a recognized University or Institution.
Master of science (MSC) in Medicine in Surgery from a recognized University/Institution.
Must be registered with the Uganda Medical and Dental Practitioners Council.
Must have completed fellowship in cardiovascular surgery.
Must possess a valid practicing license.
Working experience of at least three (3) years at a Medical Officer level.

Skills & Competencies:

Specialist clinical expertise in the relevant discipline
Teaching, supervision and mentorship skills
Research and continuous professional development
Leadership, communication and teamwork

How to Apply

About Uganda Heart Institute (UHI)

Uganda Heart Institute (UHI) is established by The Uganda Heart Institute Act 2016 as an Autonomous Government Entity to undertake and coordinate the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease in Uganda.