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Are you looking for Medical jobs in Uganda 2024? If yes, then you might be interested in Clinical Officer job at Medical Teams International
Medical Teams International is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing compassionate healthcare to those affected by conflict, disaster, and poverty. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality medical care in underserved regions, Medical Teams International is recognized for its commitment to transforming lives and responding quickly to health crises around the world. The organization fosters a supportive and inclusive work culture that values collaboration, innovation, and employee well-being. Employees are encouraged to grow professionally through challenging and rewarding opportunities, with flexible work arrangements that support a healthy work-life balance.
Founded in the early 1980s, Medical Teams International has evolved from a small grassroots initiative to a global organization, working in over 70 countries. Through a combination of skilled healthcare teams, partnerships, and a focus on sustainable health solutions, the organization continues to provide critical medical services, including trauma care, maternal health, and disease prevention. Medical Teams International's core values of compassion, excellence, and integrity guide its mission and operations, ensuring a continued focus on improving the health and dignity of vulnerable populations. The organization is committed to corporate social responsibility, engaging in advocacy and supporting community development initiatives that improve access to healthcare worldwide. To learn more, visit their website at www.medicalteams.org.
Adjumani, Uganda
Full-time
Clinical Officer job at Medical Teams International
Medical Teams International
Responsible for performing consultations in OPD and IPD units to diagnose, treat and manage patients in line with MoH and UNHCR guidelines. Controls the rational distribution of medicine and attends to emergency cases in the health facility.
Perform OPD/IPD ward rounds to assess patient condition, diagnose and prescribe treatment and/or refer complicated cases in line with clinical guidelines and hygiene protocols
Determine when OPD/IPD patients should be discharged or transferred, ensuring referrals are managed efficiently to minimize complications
Control the rational distribution of medicine and equipment; ensure sterilization and good maintenance of medical equipment, report any malfunctioning to supervisor
Keep the patient and family informed about the illness and provide appropriate explanations about the treatment to follow; verify understanding to ensure informed consent and adherence to treatment
Ensure data traceability by recording all medical activities on patients card and in registration books such that patient treatment is continuous
Attend to emergency cases in the health facility
Participate in community mobilization and sensitization on curative and preventative health services
Ensure general hygiene standards and universal precautions are followed at all times and implement and monitor actions to reduce bio-hazard risks and improve infection control
Ensure ongoing training of the medical/paramedical multidisciplinary team in order to optimize the quality of care
Ensure that medical decisions are made with the highest level of integrity and ethics according to professional and MTI Code of Conduct
Ensure direct reports have clear objectives, receive mentorship and participate in capacity building opportunities
Conduct performance evaluations and enforce disciplinary process as per MTI policy
Ensure data collected is accurate and submit reports according to schedule
Other duties as assigned
SERVICES
COMMERCIAL
SERVICES
INDUSTRIAL
SERVICES
RESIDENTIAL
Education, Experience, Licenses and Certifications
Diploma in Clinical Medicine & Community Health or equivalent is required
Registration with Allied Health Professionals Council is required
Valid practicing license is required
2 years of clinical medicine experience is required
Experience working with international NGOs is an added advantage
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of primary health care, maternal and child health, reproductive health, HIV and AIDS and communicable diseases
Knowledge of professional clinical medicine principles, procedures and techniques
Knowledge of medicines, hygiene protocol and IPC measures
SKILLS
Skilled in applying clinical medicine principles and procedures in the evaluation and treatment of patients
Skilled in prescribing correct medication
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
A good command of both written and spoken English
ABILITIES
Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient information and adhere to professional code of conduct
Ability to treat all patients and staff with respect, without prejudice
Ability to provide high quality, ethical, compassionate care that places the needs of the patient first
Ability to maintain detailed records with high accuracy
Ability to be flexible and manage stress
Ability to support MTI Calling and adhere to the MTI Code of Conduct
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