Medical Officers

Job Details

Medical Officers are responsible for providing comprehensive clinical care to patients in both outpatient and inpatient settings at Holy Innocents Children's Hospital in Mbarara City, Uganda. This is a full-time position based in Mbarara City. Working hours are 8 hours per day. Salary is not disclosed.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough medical histories, physical examinations, and differential diagnoses for patients presenting with various conditions.
• Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans, prescribe medications, and initiate appropriate therapeutic interventions.
• Provide rapid assessment and stabilization for urgent and emergency cases, recognizing clinical red flags early.
• Monitor patient progress, review treatment outcomes, and adjust care plans as necessary.
• Identify patients requiring specialist care and make timely referrals to consultants or higher-level facilities.
• Maintain accurate, confidential, and up-to-date patient medical records.
• Communicate diagnoses, treatment plans, and prognosis clearly to patients and families.
• Work collaboratively with nurses, clinical officers, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in continuous medical education, clinical audits, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Supervise and mentor junior clinical staff, including Clinical Officers and Interns.

Qualifications, Skills and Requirements

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant clinical experience.
• Knowledge of clinical assessment, treatment planning, and emergency care.
• Skills in patient monitoring, referral coordination, and medical record keeping.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and mentoring skills.
• Commitment to continuous learning and quality improvement.