Clinical Officer

Job Opportunity — Uganda Martyrs' Hospital (UMH), Diocese of Jinja

A newly established state-of-the-art Private Not for Profit (PNFP) teaching and research hospital in Jinja City, founded by the Catholic Diocese of Jinja.

Job Title: Clinical Officer (1 Position)

Department: Medical | Reports to: Medical Superintendent

Main Purpose of the Job: To oversee clinical service delivery ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care across clinical departments in compliance with medical standards and regulatory requirements.

Key Outputs: - Correct diagnosis and treatment plans for patients. - Safe and clean clinical work areas. - Accurate patient medical records and reports. - Timely referrals for complex medical cases. - Supervised junior nursing and clinical staff.

Key Activities: - Examine patients in out-patient and in-patient departments. - Order and interpret basic lab tests and X-rays. - Prescribe drugs and administer routine treatments. - Perform minor surgical procedures under supervision or independently. - Conduct daily ward rounds to monitor patient recovery. - Educate patients on disease prevention and health promotion. - Write daily health management information system (HMIS) reports.

Qualifications & Experience: 1. Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Community Health from a recognized institution. 2. Registration and valid practicing license from the Allied Health Professionals Council. 3. Knowledge of Uganda national health guidelines and clinical protocols. 4. At least 5 years of experience.