Senior ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat) Surgeon

About Norvik Hospital

Norvik Hospital is a leading provider of health care services to individuals and organizations in Uganda, located at Plot 13 Bombo Road, Kampala, Uganda (Opp. Bat Valley School). The hospital is recognized and empaneled by various Airlines, Banks, Mines, Research organizations, Telecom Industries, IT companies, FMCG companies and Insurance companies. With state-of-the-art technology, certified doctors, 24/7 Accident & Emergency, ICU/CCU, advanced laboratory and research centre, Norvik is committed to its mission "To continuously keep improving the quality of healthcare services provided to the communities we serve, and strive to bring healthcare services of international standards within the reach of every individual" and vision to be a world-class health service provider in Uganda. The Ear, Nose & Throat (OTOLARYNGOLOGY) unit is a well-known Head & Neck centre in Kampala providing specialised treatment for disorders of the ear, nose and throat — making the Senior ENT Surgeon role a flagship leadership position within the hospital's growing multispecialty platform. Learn more at https://norvikhospital.ug/about and https://norvikhospital.ug/services/otolaryngology

Job Details

Norvik Multispecialty Hospital is seeking a Senior, experienced ENT Surgeon to lead and grow the Ear, Nose & Throat department. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive outpatient, inpatient, and surgical ENT care, mentor junior clinical staff, and contribute to the establishment of ENT as a flagship specialty within the hospital's growing multispecialty platform.

• Employer: Norvik Hospital (Norvik Multispecialty Hospital)
• Duty Station: Norvik Hospital, Bombo Road, Kampala, Uganda
• Location: Kampala, Uganda
• Employment Type: Full Time
• Department/Specialty: ENT / Otorhinolaryngology
• Reporting & Collaboration: Works closely with Anesthesiology, Audiology, Radiology and other specialty departments; supervises resident doctors, medical officers and nursing staff; participates in on-call rotation for ENT emergencies
• Work Mode: On-site, hospital-based with outreach and screening camps as required

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient consultation, diagnosis, and management of ENT conditions, including diseases of the ear, nose, throat, head, and neck.
• Perform a full range of ENT surgical procedures, including but not limited to tonsillectomy, adenoidectomy, septoplasty, FESS (Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery), myringotomy/grommet insertion, mastoidectomy, and head & neck surgeries.
• Manage emergency ENT presentations, including airway emergencies, epistaxis, foreign body removal, and trauma.
• Conduct pre-operative assessment, obtain informed consent, and provide post-operative care and follow-up.
• Collaborate with anesthesiology, audiology, radiology, and other specialty departments for integrated patient care.
• Supervise and mentor resident doctors, medical officers, and nursing staff assigned to the ENT department.
• Participate in the development of ENT clinical protocols, quality assurance initiatives, and patient safety programs.
• Support outreach, screening camps, and community health initiatives as required.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records in line with hospital and regulatory documentation standards.
• Participate in an on-call rotation for ENT emergencies.
• Contribute to departmental growth planning, including equipment needs and service line development.

Qualifications, Skills and Requirements

• MBChB with postgraduate specialization in Otorhinolaryngology (MS/MD/DNB ENT, or equivalent recognized qualification) — required medical qualification.
• Minimum 3 years of post-residency clinical experience as a practicing ENT Surgeon, with demonstrated surgical volume and outcomes.
• Valid registration/license to practice with the relevant national medical council, and eligibility for registration with the Uganda Medical & Dental Practitioners Council (UMDPC).
• Fellowship or additional sub-specialty training (e.g., Head & Neck Oncology, Otology, Rhinology, Skull Base Surgery) is an added advantage.
• Proven track record in independently performing major and minor ENT surgical procedures.
• Prior experience setting up or leading an ENT department/unit is highly desirable.
• Strong clinical and surgical acumen with sound decision-making under pressure.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for patient counselling and multidisciplinary teamwork.
• Leadership ability to mentor junior staff and build departmental capability.
• Commitment to patient safety, ethical practice, and continuous professional development.
• Willingness to relocate to Kampala, Uganda, and adapt to a multicultural clinical environment.

Application Procedure

• Visit the official application portal: Apply
• Click Apply on the job page and complete the online application form with accurate personal, education, and experience details.
• Upload required documents (CV, cover letter, copies of MBChB and postgraduate ENT qualification certificates, medical council registration/license, and evidence of surgical experience) as prompted on the portal.
• Submit your application before the deadline: 17 Sep 2026.
• For questions regarding this vacancy, contact the recruitment team at hrofficer.norvikhospital@gmail.com.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Job Summary

• Job Category: Healthcare
• Job Type: Full-time
• Deadline of this Job: 17 Sep 2026
• Duty Station: Norvik Hospital, Bombo Road, Kampala, Uganda
• Date Posted: 08 Sep 2026
• No of Positions: Not specified (01 vacancy implied)
• Application Link: Apply
• Location pin: 📍 Plot 13 Bombo Road, Opp. Bat Valley School, Kampala, Uganda — View on Google Maps