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Health Information AssistantNew!

Category

Records Management

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 Health Information Assistant manages health records and data at district health facilities, ensuring timely, accurate collection, entry and reporting of service statistics.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

  • Capture and enter health facility data into the district and national HMIS systems.
  • Verify, clean and reconcile records for accuracy and completeness before reporting.
  • Compile weekly, monthly and quarterly health reports for the facility and district.
  • Maintain filing of patient records and ensure confidentiality of health information.
  • Support facility staff on data collection tools, registers and reporting guidelines.
  • Support data quality assessments and supervision visits.
  • Produce simple data summaries, charts and tables for facility review meetings.

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Diploma or certificate in Health Information Management, Medical Records or a related field.
  • Experience with HMIS tools and health facility reporting is an advantage.
  • Knowledge of Uganda's health information systems and reporting requirements.
  • Computer literacy, including spreadsheets and data entry.

Skills & Competencies:

  • Accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Data entry speed and consistency.
  • Confidentiality in handling patient records.
  • Analytical and reporting skills.
  • Coordination with facility and district teams.

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