Orthopaedic Officer
About the Company
Uganda Martyrs' Hospital (UMH) Diocese of Jinja is a newly established state-of-the-art Private Not for Profit (PNFP) hospital in Jinja City, founded by the Trustees of the Catholic Diocese of Jinja under the Ecclesiastical Province of Tororo Archdiocese in Eastern Uganda. The hospital's mission is to combine clinical excellence with Christ-centered compassion — healing body, mind and spirit without discrimination — and is envisaged to become a teaching and research hospital offering quality, affordable services with a Godly touch to both affluent and vulnerable communities.
The Diocese of Jinja (https://dioceseofjinja.com) is a vibrant Catholic community serving the people of Busoga since 5 August 1966 through evangelization, education, healthcare, youth empowerment and social transformation. It currently comprises 45 parishes, 45+ schools, 12 health centres and serves 50,000+ Christians under the pastoral leadership of the Archbishop of Tororo as Apostolic Administrator. Its Health Department coordinates PNFP health services in the diocese.
UMH operates within the Uganda Catholic Medical Bureau (UCMB) network (https://ucmb.co.ug) — the health office and technical arm of the Health Commission of the Uganda Episcopal Conference. UCMB coordinates 34 hospitals (including 2 specialised hospitals), 19 health training schools, 4 laboratory training schools and 271 lower-level health units with over 11,323 health workers nationwide, delivering curative, preventive and promotional services in line with national health policy. Working at UMH therefore offers exposure to a large, faith-based national health system, strong governance, mentorship, and opportunities for professional growth in a values-driven environment.
Job Details
Uganda Martyrs' Hospital (UMH) Diocese of Jinja is seeking a qualified Orthopaedic Officer (1 Position) to provide assessment and management of patients with musculoskeletal injuries and conditions within scope of practice. This is a Full-time position based in Jinja, Uganda.
- Employer: Uganda Martyrs' Hospital (UMH) Diocese of Jinja - a faith-based facility under the Diocese of Jinja and part of the Uganda Catholic Medical Bureau (UCMB) network
- Duty Station: Jinja, Uganda | Jinja
- Employment Type: Full-time (Work Hours: 8)
- Industry: Hospitality and Tourism / Healthcare
- Base Salary: Not Disclosed
- Application Method: Email to dhcjinja@ucmb.co.ug with application letter, detailed CV and contacts of 3 professional referees. Physical delivery also accepted per Diocesan recruitment policies.
- Safeguarding: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. All successful candidates will undergo reference checks and safeguarding screening in accordance with Diocesan recruitment policies.
Key Activities and Responsibilities
- Assess patients presenting with musculoskeletal injuries and conditions.
- Conduct relevant physical examinations.
- Assist with diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Manage fractures, dislocations, soft tissue injuries, and other conditions within scope of practice.
- Apply casts, splints, braces, and other orthopaedic supports as trained and authorised.
- Assist with wound care and minor orthopaedic procedures.
- Monitor patients' progress and response to treatment.
- Recognise complications and refer appropriately.
- Provide patient education on injury care, rehabilitation, mobility, and follow-up.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation.
- Work with doctors, nurses, physiotherapists, and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
- Maintain orthopaedic equipment and supplies.
- Follow infection prevention and safety procedures.
Qualifications, Skills and Requirements
- Recognised qualification in Orthopaedic Medicine / Orthopaedic Technology or relevant professional training.
- Registration with the appropriate professional regulatory body where applicable.
- Valid practising licence where applicable.
- Relevant clinical experience is desirable (minimum 12 months experience indicated).
- Ability to assess and manage musculoskeletal conditions, apply orthopaedic supports, and assist with minor orthopaedic procedures.
- Commitment to patient safety, infection prevention and accurate clinical documentation.
- Level of Education: Bachelor Degree.
Job Summary
- Job Category: Healthcare (Health/Medicine jobs in Uganda)
- Job Type: Full-time
- Duty Station: Jinja, Uganda | Jinja
- No of Jobs: 1
- Posted: 2026-08-22 (Saturday, August 22, 2026)
- Deadline of this Job: 2026-09-04 (Friday, September 4, 2026 at 5:00 PM)
- Application Email: dhcjinja@ucmb.co.ug