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Category

Clinical Medicine

Employment Type

Full-time

Location

Nakaseke, Uganda

Vacancies

1 position

Closing Date

12/2/2026
28 days left

Employer / Company

Nakaseke District Local Government logo
Nakaseke District Local Government
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Description (Public)

The Clinical Officer diagnoses and treats patients at a district health facility across outpatient, inpatient and emergency services, referring complicated cases appropriately.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

  • Examine, diagnose and treat patients and prescribe medicines within scope.
  • Manage emergencies and stabilise patients before referral.
  • Run outpatient clinics and support inpatient care with the medical officer.
  • Order and interpret investigations and follow up results.
  • Maintain patient records and service registers accurately.
  • Support immunisation, outreach and health education activities.
  • Participate in facility audits and continuing professional development.

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Community Health from a recognised institution.
  • Registration with the Allied Health Professionals Council with a valid practising licence.
  • Experience in clinical practice is an advantage.
  • Knowledge of Uganda's clinical guidelines and essential medicines.

Skills & Competencies:

  • Clinical assessment and treatment.
  • Emergency care.
  • Patient communication.
  • Record keeping.
  • Teamwork.

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