Medical Officer

Job Type: Part-time
Location: Kampala
Organization: IHK

Job Summary

The Medical Officer will provide high-quality, evidence-based medical care through accurate diagnosis, effective treatment, and disease prevention while ensuring a positive patient experience in line with hospital standards, protocols, and ethical practices.

Key Responsibilities

1. Clinical Care

• Examine, diagnose, and treat patients in outpatient and inpatient settings.
• Prescribe medications and therapies according to clinical guidelines.
• Conduct medical procedures within the approved scope of practice.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.

2. Patient Management

• Admit, review, and discharge patients appropriately.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical records.
• Prepare clear medical reports and documentation.

3. Emergency Response

• Provide urgent and emergency medical care when required.
• Stabilize critically ill patients and coordinate referrals where necessary.

4. Collaboration

• Work closely with:
  • Nurses
  • Specialists
  • Pharmacists
  • Laboratory teams
• Participate in:
  • Ward rounds
  • Case reviews
  • Multidisciplinary meetings

5. Patient Education

• Educate patients and families about:
  • Diagnoses
  • Treatment plans
  • Preventive care
• Promote health awareness and disease prevention initiatives.

6. Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Adhere to hospital policies, clinical protocols, and ethical standards.
• Ensure patient confidentiality and safety.
• Participate in:
  • Clinical audits
  • Continuing Medical Education (CMEs)
  • Continuous professional development activities

7. Patient Experience & Engagement

• Deliver compassionate, respectful, and patient-centered care at all times.
• Communicate clearly and empathetically with patients and their families.
• Ensure patients are well-informed about:
  • Diagnoses
  • Treatment options
  • Progress updates
• Listen and respond appropriately to patient concerns, feedback, and complaints.
• Promote service excellence and uphold hospital patient experience standards.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) from a reputable university.

Certification & Licensing

• Valid practicing license from the Uganda Medical and Dental Practitioners Council (UMDPC).
• Certification in:
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification is an added advantage.

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year post-internship clinical experience.