Senior Obstetrician & Gynecologist (OB/GYN Specialist)

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Full-time Expires In -2 weeks Kampala, Uganda Duty Station - Norvik Hospital, Bombo Road, Kampala, Uganda Master's Degree 5 years experience Healthcare

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About Norvik Hospital

Norvik Hospital is a leading provider of health care services in Uganda, located at Plot 13 Bombo Road, Kampala. The hospital is recognized and empaneled by various airlines, banks, mines, research organizations, telecom, IT, FMCG and insurance companies. It offers comprehensive multispecialty services including Gynaecology & Obstetrics, Maternity, Neonates & Paediatrics, Accident & Emergency (24/7), ICU/CCU, Dialysis, Theatre, Radiology, Laboratory, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Urology, Dermatology and General Surgery.

Philosophy: Commitment to quality care, latest procedures, cutting-edge technologies, renowned physicians and excellent support staff.

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.

Vision: To be a world class health service provider in Uganda.

Values: Compassion, Character, Innovation, Integrity, Team Work and Respect.

Why this role matters: Obstetrics & Gynecology is one of the hospital's anchor clinical departments. The Senior OB/GYN Specialist will work in a state-of-the-art maternity and labour & delivery setting with access to NICU, Anesthesia, Critical Care, Radiology and Laboratory teams, supported by a highly qualified multinational medical team and modern hospital information systems. Learn more at https://norvikhospital.ug/about and https://norvikhospital.ug/services/gynaecology-and-obstetrics.

Job Details

Norvik Hospital is seeking a Senior OB/GYN Specialist to lead and deliver comprehensive obstetric and gynecological care as part of one of the hospital's anchor clinical departments. The successful candidate will provide expert clinical management across antenatal, intrapartum, postnatal, and gynecological services, while contributing to the development of protocols, mentoring junior staff, and supporting the hospital's broader maternal and reproductive health strategy.

Company: Norvik Hospital
Duty Station: Norvik Hospital, Bombo Road, Kampala, Uganda — Plot 13 Bombo Road, Kampala, Uganda
Department: Obstetrics & Gynecology (Maternity and Labour & Delivery units)
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Reporting: Works collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams across Paediatrics/NICU, Anesthesia, Radiology, and Laboratory; leads and supervises Maternity and Labour & Delivery units
Work Mode: On-site, includes participation in on-call roster for obstetric and gynecological emergencies

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive outpatient and inpatient obstetric and gynecological care, including antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal management.
Perform normal and complicated deliveries, Caesarean sections, and other obstetric surgical procedures.
Conduct gynecological surgeries, including laparoscopic and open procedures (e.g., hysterectomy, myomectomy, ovarian cystectomy).
Manage high-risk pregnancies and obstetric emergencies, coordinating with anesthesia, NICU, and critical care teams as needed.
Provide family planning, infertility evaluation, and reproductive health counselling services.
Lead and supervise the Maternity and Labour & Delivery units, ensuring adherence to clinical protocols and patient safety standards.
Mentor and provide clinical guidance to junior doctors, medical officers, midwives, and nursing staff.
Participate in the development and continuous improvement of departmental protocols, standard operating procedures, and quality assurance initiatives.
Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in line with hospital and regulatory requirements.
Participate in the on-call roster for obstetric and gynecological emergencies.
Support the hospital's business development efforts, including community outreach, referral network building, and departmental growth initiatives.
Ensure compliance with infection prevention, patient safety, and Ministry of Health regulatory standards.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across departments (Paediatrics/NICU, Anesthesia, Radiology, Laboratory) for integrated patient care.

Qualifications, Skills and Requirements

Medical Degree: MBChB or equivalent medical degree from a recognized institution.
Postgraduate Specialization: MD/MS/DGO/DNB or equivalent in Obstetrics & Gynecology (required).
Fellowship / Subspecialty (Added Advantage): Maternal-fetal medicine, reproductive endocrinology, gynae-oncology, laparoscopic surgery or related.
Experience: Minimum 5–7 years of post-qualification clinical experience in Obstetrics & Gynecology, including significant experience in a senior or consultant capacity; demonstrated experience independently managing high-risk obstetric cases and complex gynecological surgeries; prior experience in a multispecialty hospital or tertiary care setting preferred; experience mentoring junior clinical staff and contributing to departmental leadership is highly desirable.
Licensure & Registration: Valid registration/license with the relevant national Medical & Dental Practitioners Council (or eligibility for registration in Uganda with the Uganda Medical and Dental Practitioners Council); current Basic Life Support (BLS) / Advanced Life Support certification; Advanced Life Support in Obstetrics (ALSO) preferred; clean professional record with no unresolved disciplinary or malpractice concerns.
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong clinical and surgical proficiency across the full scope of obstetric and gynecological practice
- Sound clinical judgment and decisiveness in emergency and high-pressure situations
- Excellent communication and counselling skills with patients and families
- Leadership and team-management capability, with a collaborative approach to multidisciplinary care
- Commitment to patient-centered care, ethics, and continuous professional development
- Proficiency with electronic medical records / hospital information management systems
- Cultural sensitivity and adaptability to a diverse, multinational patient population

Application Procedure

Click the application link to apply online: Apply
You will be redirected to the Norvik Hospital Careers portal at Apply — complete the online application form and attach all required documents (CV, academic documents, registration certificates).
Ensure your CV is included (require_cv: true).
For questions regarding this vacancy, contact the recruitment team at hrofficer.norvikhospital@gmail.com.
Submit your application on or before the deadline: 17 Sep 2026.

Job Summary

Job Category: Healthcare
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: 2026-09-17 (Closes 17 Sep 2026)
Duty Station: Norvik Hospital, Bombo Road, Kampala, Uganda
Date Posted: 2026-09-08
No of Positions: Not specified
Application Link: Apply
Location pin: 📍 Plot 13 Bombo Road, Kampala, Uganda — https://norvikhospital.ug/contact

Summary: Senior OB/GYN Specialist (Full-time) based at Norvik Hospital, Bombo Road, Kampala. Requires MBChB plus postgraduate specialization in Obs & Gynae and 5–7 years senior experience. Deadline 17 Sep 2026. Apply via Apply.