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Showing posts with label HEALTH CARE AND MEDICAL JOBS. Show all posts
Showing posts with label HEALTH CARE AND MEDICAL JOBS. Show all posts

Wednesday, 21 May 2014

Laboratory Technologist - The AIDS Support Organization (TASO) Uganda

Vacancy: Laboratory Technologist (4 Career Jobs)
Recruiting Organisation: The AIDS Support Organization (TASO) Uganda
Duty Station: Mbale, Jinja, Soroti, Masindi,
Country Uganda
Job Ref Number: REF: TS/HR/PM 012
Reports to: Laboratory Services Specialist HQ

About TASO:
The AIDS Support Organization (TASO) Uganda , an organisation contributing to a process of preventing HIV infection, restoring hope and improving the quality of Life of persons, families and communities affected by HIV infection and disease, requires the services of dedicated, competent, innovative and results oriented persons for employment on a contract basis for the positions above;

Job Summary: The Laboratory Technologist will mainly manage sample processing and testing on all the samples received in accordance with set policies and standards with ability to operate all various types of laboratory equipment.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
·                     Testing samples for CD4, Haematology, clinical chemistry, microbiology and other routine tests as may be requested including carrying out of proficiency testing
·                     In charge of  the registration and renewal of Annual practicing license for TASO centre laboratory under Allied Health Professionals council (AHPC)
·                     Observe QA/QC while performing all laboratory procedures with high maintenance of laboratory equipments.

Tuesday, 20 May 2014

National Professional Officer/Public Health Informatics - World Health Organisation

Vacancy: National Professional Officer/Public Health Informatics
Recruiting Organisation: World Health Organisation (WHO)
Duty Station: Kampala,
Country Uganda
Reports To: WHO Representative
External Vacancy Notice No.: NPO/UGA/2014/04

About WHO:
The World Health Organisation (WHO) is the directing and coordinating authority for health within the United Nations system.  WHO is responsible for providing leadership on global health matters, shaping the health research agenda, setting norms and standards, articulating evidence-based policy options, providing technical support to countries and monitoring and assessing health trends.

Job Summary: The jobholder will support Ministry of Health and partners as a Technical Advisor responsible for strengthening the public health information management in Uganda:

Responsibilities:
Technically support the health sector, working with the eHealth technical working group, to strengthening national efforts in eHealth/ HIS as well as planning, development and deployment of appropriate information and communication technologies (ICTs) to enable eHealth platform to monitor outcomes of Maternal and Child Health (MCH) and promote integration with HIV/AIDS activities.
Strengthening ICT infrastructure through supporting implementation of the health technology framework for the health sector

Clinical Officers - 11 Career Opportunities - The AIDS Support Organization (TASO) Uganda

Vacancy: Clinical Officers (11 Career Opportunities)
Recruiting Organisation: The AIDS Support Organization (TASO) Uganda
Duty Station: Jinja, Soroti, Entebbe, Mulago, Mbarara, Masaka, Rukungiri,
Country Uganda
Job Ref Number: REF: TS/HR/PM 011
Reports to: Clinical Services Supervisor

About TASO:
The AIDS Support Organization (TASO) Uganda , an organisation contributing to a process of preventing HIV infection, restoring hope and improving the quality of Life of persons, families and communities affected by HIV infection and disease, requires the services of dedicated, competent, innovative and results oriented persons for employment on a contract basis for the positions above;

Job Summary: The TASO Clinical Officers will mainly offer medical care and health education to TASO clients

Key Duties:
Offer information to clients, aimed at reducing their vulnerability to AIDS and other HIV related diseases and infections through health education.
Provide medical care to TASO clients and staff
Actively participate in HIV/AIDS awareness and sensitizations in the communities
Participate in training of health workers from communities and other institutions
Participate in the drawing and implementation of Centre medical work plans and budget.

Monday, 19 May 2014

6 Career Vacancies Nurses - The AIDS Support Organization (TASO) Uganda

Vacancy: Nurses (6 Career Vacancies)
Recruiting Organisation: The AIDS Support Organization (TASO) Uganda
Duty Station: Soroti, Masaka, Tororo,
Country Uganda
Job Ref Number: REF: TS/HR/PM 015
Reports to: Clinical Services Supervisor

About TASO:
The AIDS Support Organization (TASO) Uganda , an organisation contributing to a process of preventing HIV infection, restoring hope and improving the quality of Life of persons, families and communities affected by HIV infection and disease, requires the services of dedicated, competent, innovative and results oriented persons for employment on a contract basis for the positions above;

Job Summary: The incumbents will offer provide nursing care and health education to TASO clients including communities

Key Duties
Actively participate in the drawing and implementation of Centre medical work plans and budget.
Triage all clients coming to the clinic
Offer information to clients, aimed at reducing their vulnerability to diseases and infections through health education.
Conduct nursing techniques and procedures as requested and prescribed by the doctors and clinicians
Actively monitor patient flow and, in the case of patient overflow, assists in preparation of examination rooms, preparation of patients for exam, and taking of vital signs of patients
Prescribe drugs when necessary

Thursday, 15 May 2014

Comprehensive Registered Nurse - Continental Forests Uganda

Vacancy : Comprehensive Registered Nurse
Recruiting Organisation: Continental Forests
Duty Station: Kampala,
Country Uganda

About Continental Forests:
Continental Forests is a Management Contractor for global-woods AG licenced by the government of Uganda to establish and manage a large-scale commercial forest on over 12,000 hectares in Kikonda Central Forest Reserve in Nsambya Sub-county Kyankwanzi district.

Job Summary: The Comprehensive Registered Nurse will promote and restore patients' health by completing the nursing process; where necessary collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary team members; providing physical and psychological support to patients, friends, and families; and where necessary supervising assigned team members.

 Responsibilities:
Assists in the identification of patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients and other persons in a position to understand care requirements.
Establishes a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families.
Promotes patient's independence by establishing patient care goals; teaching patient, friends, and family to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills; answering questions.
Assures quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards; measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and standards; making or recommending necessary adjustments; following hospital and nursing division's philosophies and standards.

Thursday, 10 April 2014

SGBV Counselor - InterAid Uganda

Vacancy:SGBV Counselor
Recruiting Organization: InterAid Uganda
Duty Station: Uganda

About InterAid:
InterAid Uganda is a national humanitarian NGO engaging in humanitarian and development work in both the urban and rural communities in Uganda. In partnership with UNHCR and OPM, InterAid is in the process of establishing a multi- sectoral programme in Kiryandongo Refugee Settlement.

Job Summary: The InterAid Uganda SGBV Counselor will implementing programme activities for the prevention and response of SGBV in the refugee communities in the settlement, and promote protection integration activities in coordination with other stakeholders.

Qualifications,
The ideal candidate should possess a bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Social Sciences or any related field

Medical Officer - Faith Mulira Health Care Centre Uganda

Vacancy: Medical Officer
Recruiting Organisation: Faith Mulira Health Care Centre
Duty Station: Kampala,
Country Uganda
Job ID: 287

About Us:
Aikan HR Consultants seek to recruit for their valuable client, a not for profit community based health care provider- Faith Mulira Health Care Centre.

 Responsibilities:
Develop and implement the Clinical Unit’s strategy.
Requisition, store and account for the Clinical Unit’s assets and supplies.
Lead in providing health care treatment to patients in compliance to the acceptable medical standards.
Participate in the Centres’ out- reach programs.
Participate in the Centres' health education programs.
Manage, develop and motivate the Clinical Unit’s staff.

Qualifications,
The ideal candidate must hold a Degree in Medicine (MBChB) from a reputable University.
Registered with the Uganda Medical and Dental practitioners’ Council.
Possess a valid medical practicing license.

Reception Centre Caretaker - InterAid Uganda

Vacancy: Reception Centre Caretaker
Recruiting Organization: InterAid Uganda
Duty Station: Uganda

About InterAid:
InterAid Uganda is a national humanitarian NGO engaging in humanitarian and development work in both the urban and rural communities in Uganda. In partnership with UNHCR and OPM, InterAid is in the process of establishing a multi- sectoral programme in Kiryandongo Refugee Settlement.

Job Summary: The Reception Centre Caretaker is mainly responsible for managing the reception centre, and ensure proper reception of the new arrivals, provision of information and guidance, provision of proper shelter, hot meals and other services. The Reception Centre Caretaker will also have a responsibility of ensuring proper hygiene and sanitation, and support the registration/documentation of the new arrivals.

Qualifications:
The candidate should possess a bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Social Sciences and any other related field
A minimum of three years’ experience in community management work experience, dynamic, quick thinking and responsible.

Wednesday, 9 April 2014

Child Protection Counselor Jobs - InterAid Uganda

Vacancy: Child Protection Counselor
Recruiting Organization: InterAid Uganda
Duty Station: Uganda

About InterAid:
InterAid Uganda is a national humanitarian NGO engaging in humanitarian and development work in both the urban and rural communities in Uganda. In partnership with UNHCR and OPM, InterAid is in the process of establishing a multi- sectoral programme in Kiryandongo Refugee Settlement.

Job Summary: The Child Protection Counselor will be responsible for implementing activities in the program me and in the refugee communities to strengthen child protection, and promote Protection integration in coordination with other stakeholders.

Qualifications,
The ideal candidate should possess a good bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Social Sciences or related field.

 Skills and Experience:
A minimum of three years’ experience in child protection work, related counselling experience, and community work.
Extensive knowledge of the Southern Sudanese languages (Arabic, Nuer, Acholi) and ability to work with people of different background is an added advantage.

Monday, 7 April 2014

Clinical Officer - Faith Mulira Health Care Centre Uganda

Vacancy Clinical Officer
Organisation: Faith Mulira Health Care Centre
Duty Station: Kampala,
Country Uganda
Job ID: 289

About Us:
Aikan HR Consultants seek to recruit for their valuable client, a not for profit community based health care provider- Faith Mulira Health Care Centre.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Offer health care treatment to patients in compliance to the acceptable medical standards.
Participate in the Centres’ out- reach programs.
Participate in the Centres' health education programs.

Qualifications,
The best candidate must possess a Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Community Health or its equivalent from a recognized Institution.
Registered with the Allied Health Professionals Council.

Thursday, 3 April 2014

4 Career Child Development Officer Health - The Diocesan Secretary Diocese of Northern Uganda

Vacancy: Child Development Officer Health (4 Career Placements)
Recruiting Organisation: The Diocesan Secretary Diocese of Northern Uganda
Duty Station: Gulu,
Country: Uganda
Reports to: Project Director

About US:
The Diocesan Secretary Diocese of Northern Uganda together with the leadership of Deliverance Churches and the Pentecostal Assemblies of God in Gulu invites applications from suitably qualified mature Christians to serve in child ministry projects of the Diocese at Christ Church Gulu, Bobi Church of Uganda, Acet PAG, and Laminopabo Deliverance Church.

Job Summary: The Child Development Officer Health will be charged with planning and executing the Diocesan health programs for children and caregivers.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The suitable candidate must hold a Diploma in social work, Nursing, community health, clinical practice or counseling; experience will be of an added advantage.
Age: between 22 and 35 years.

Tuesday, 25 March 2014

Child Psychologist - World Venture Uganda

Vacancy: Child Psychologist
Recruiting Company: World Venture
Duty Station: Kampala,
Country: Uganda

About World Venture:
World Venture in Uganda, Uganda Venture, seeks to strengthen and enlarge the church of Jesus Christ as they minister holistically to children, youth, and adults, to those of minority groups, and to the disenfranchised, in partnership with the Baptist Union of Uganda and other local churches, through formal and informal education in leadership training and through strategic relationships. They do this envisaging creative, vibrant, and reproducing churches composed of mature believers of integrity, equipped through holistic training, who are committed to building strong family units, mentoring others, and impacting the circles in which they move in positive and profound ways.

Key Duties:
Learn language and culture (depending on time commitment).
Learn and the mental health care and mental hospital scene.
Work in Butabika hospital possibly teaching care givers in training.
Deliver Bible training.

Thursday, 20 March 2014

Nurse job Opportunity - Fresh Cuts (U) Ltd

Vacancy: Nurse
Recruiting Company Fresh Cuts (U) Ltd
Country: Uganda
City: Kampala
Closing date: March 24, 2014 - 5pm


Duties and Responsibilities:
• Prompt visits to Health Care Institutions to confirm admissions.
• Liaise with the hospitals and doctors on prompt submission of the admission summary form, monitor procedures being carried out on patients and see to the general well – being of the patient.
• Maintain proper records and the statistics on medical claims records
• Process medical claims documents for payment within set timelines/ service level agreements
• Ensure reconciliation of hospital accounts.
• Perform any other duties assigned

Saturday, 15 March 2014

Registered Midwife - Medecins Sans Frontieres Uganda

Job Title: Registered Midwife
Organisation: Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF)
Duty Station: Adjumani,
Country Uganda

About MSF:
Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) is an international independent medical humanitarian organization that delivers emergency aid to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, natural disasters and exclusion from health care.

Job Summary: The Registered Midwife will be responsible for the implementation and continuity of antenatal and postnatal care, family planning, obstetrical care, neonatal and comprehensive abortion care, management of victims of sexual violence, reproductive tract infections and Fistula care in accordance with MSF Reproductive Core Package of Activities and reinforce the implementation of standardised protocols.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:
The ideal candidate should hold a midwifery Diploma qualification
S/he must also be registered with the Uganda Nurses & Midwives Council

Thursday, 13 March 2014

Medical Doctor and Clinical Officer - Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF)

Vacancy: Medical Doctor and Clinical Officer
Recruiting Company: Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF)
Duty Station: Adjumani,
Company: Uganda

About MSF:
Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) is an international independent medical humanitarian organization that delivers emergency aid to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, natural disasters and exclusion from health care.

Job Summary: The incumbents will main conduct minor medical procedures in effective manner - lumbar punctures, taps, etc. while utilizing universal precautions with all patients during procedures and examinations.

Qualifications,
The ideal candidate should be a qualified Medical Doctor Diploma or Diploma in Clinical Medicine from a recognised institution
Registration with the Medical Council or Allied Health Professionals Council

Skills & Experience:
At least two years’ clinical experience, experience with HIV is a plus
Exhibit respect of MSF Humanitarian charter and professional code of ethics

Sunday, 2 March 2014

Pharmaceutical Technologists - Aga Khan Health Service Uganda

Job Title:  Pharmaceutical Technologists (Several Job Vacancies)
Organisation: Aga Khan Health Service
Duty Station:  Kampala,
Country Uganda
Reports to: Centre Manager, Kampala

About US:
The Aga Khan University in conjunction with the Aga Khan Health Service in Uganda invites applications for the vacancies above based in Kampala. Uganda.

Job Summary: Pharmaceutical Technologist will ensure accurate compounding, dispensing, patient education and handling of pharmaceutical supplies for all orders. S/he will offer effective pharmaceutical services to meet customer needs for the Aga Khan Health Service.

Friday, 28 February 2014

Medical Lab Technologists (Several Career Jobs) - Aga Khan Health Service

Job Title:  Medical Lab Technologists (Several Career Jobs)
Organisation: Aga Khan Health Service
Duty Station:  Kampala,
Country: Uganda
Reports to: Centre Manager, Kampala

About US:
The Aga Khan University in conjunction with the Aga Khan Health Service in Uganda invites applications for the vacancies above based in Kampala. Uganda.

Job Summary: The Medical Laboratory Technologist will be responsible for provision of effective, efficient, quality laboratory services for the Aga Khan Health Service.

 Responsibilities:
Receive specimens for analysis and conduct tests as per client’s request;
Ensure cost-effective utilization of reagents;
Ensure all urgent and abnormal results are communicated to users;
Maintain accurate records of all conducted tests;

Thursday, 27 February 2014

Circumcision Nurse - AIDS Healthcare Foundation Uganda

Vacancy: Circumcision Nurse (2 Career Jobs)
Recruiting Company: AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF)
Duty Station: Lukaya & Soroti,
Country: Uganda
Reports to: Nurse in charge

About AHF:
AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) is an international not for profit NGO, with its Headquarters based in Los Angeles California, and is the largest community-based provider of HIV treatment and care services in the United States of America. AHF registered in Uganda as AHF-Uganda Cares, is collaboration between the Ministry of Health and AIDS Healthcare Foundation (U.S.A) to provide free HIV/AIDS services; including antiretroviral therapy in resource constrained settings. AHF- Uganda Cares to-date operates in 15 districts including; Masaka, Kampala, Rakai, Mpigi, Lyantonde, Soroti ,Lwengo, Bukomansimbi, Kalungu, Amuria, Butambala, Gomba ,Serere, Hoima and Tororo and supporting 21 clinic sites country wide.

Job Summary: The AIDS Healthcare Foundation-Uganda Cares is supporting the roll-out of Safe Male Circumcision (SMC) as part of HIV prevention initiating non- surgical circumcision with Prepex in Lukaya clinic. The Circumcision nurse will be part of the team working with clients receiving SMC services to ensure the highest quality service provision. Even though the main focus of the nurse will be SMC with Prepex. Among his / her duties will include support of other clinic activities.

 Responsibilities:
Attend and successfully complete on-the-job training on non- surgical male circumcision with Prepex
Screen and prepare patients for Prepex
Perform Prepex placement and removal procedures
Educate / tutor patients and conduct post-procedure counseling
Document client and procedure information

Wednesday, 26 February 2014

Radiographers Several Career Jobs - Aga Khan Health Service

Job Title:  Radiographers
Organisation: Aga Khan Health Service
Duty Station:  Kampala,
Country: Uganda
Reports to: Centre Manager, Kampala

About US:
The Aga Khan University in conjunction with the Aga Khan Health Service in Uganda invites applications for the vacancies above based in Kampala. Uganda.

Job Summary: The Radiographers will be charged with offering effective radiography services within the laid down standards, operating policies and procedures with the aim of achieving images of high quality diagnostic value.

 Responsibilities:
Make certain that adequate and correct information is given to the patients and care giver/family prior to conducting procedures
Prepare the treatment machines and treatment rooms for each patient adequately.
Monitor and record the patients’ condition throughout the procedure.
Verify and check that all the Radiation safety measures are in place at all times to protect the patient, public, yourself and other staff members.

Monday, 24 February 2014

Patient Services Coordinators - Aga Khan Health Service

Vacancy : Patient Services Coordinators (Several Vacancies)
Organisation: Aga Khan Health Service
Duty Station:  Kampala,
Country Uganda
Reports to: Centre Manager

About US:
The Aga Khan University in conjunction with the Aga Khan Health Service in Uganda invites applications for the following positions based in Kampala. Uganda.

Job Summary: The Patient Services Coordinator will primarily be responsible for front office operations and financial transactions including handling cheques and corporate agreements and correspondence.

Key Duties
Offer efficient and effective front office services to all clients;
Ensure that all internal and external clients visiting the Clinic are attended to promptly; Receiving and recording all cheques:
Maintain a list of postdated cheques and bank when due;
Process all patients’ refunds;
Ensure all the outgoing mails are collected the same day;
Responsible for File and retrieve documents & type any letters/memos as required
Process any enquiries that may arise as per stipulated guidelines and Hospital policy.