Senior Consultant– 4 Posts,Moroto,Mubende, Jobs Vacancy in Uganda,

 Post: Senior Consultant (General Surgery) – 4 Posts

Reference: HRM 72/173/01/RH 2 Post

HRM 72/173/01/ 17 MRH – 1 post Mubende

HRM/72/173/14 HRH – 1 post Moroto

Salary Scale: U1SE

Reports to: Hospital Director

Qualifications:

· MBChB Degree or its equivalent from a recognized University or Institution.

· Master of Medicine Degree in General Surgery or its equivalent from a recognized University or Institution.

Experience:

· Applicants should have a working experience of not less than nine (9) years at specialist level, three (3) of which must be in the area of General Surgery at Consultant level.

Other Requirements:

· Proven record of research and publications in peer review journal(s) will be an added advantage.

· Should have demonstrable qualities of leadership and integrity.

· Demonstrable ability to coach, mentor and develop staff.

Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Diagnose, treat and manage medical conditions and perform complicated procedures in the area of specialty.

b) Ensure efficient management of quality services in his/her area of specialty in the Regional Referral Hospital and its catchment area.

c) Supervise and mentor Consultants, Medical Officer Special Grade, Medical Officers and other Health Professionals under him/her.

d) Train and supervise Intern Doctors.

e) Plan and coordinate training programmes for Health Professionals under him/her.

f) Train and coordinate continuing Professional Development (CPD) in his/her area of specialty for Health Professionals at the Regional Referral Hospital and the catchment area of the Hospital.

g) Promote observance of the professional Codes of conduct and Ethics by staff under him/her.

h) Provide technical and professional advice in his/her area of specialty to Government and the Regional Referral Hospital.

i) Plan, coordinate and conduct research in his/her area of specialization.

j) Conduct national outreach services.

k) Advise on the procurement of equipment, drugs and other logistics required for efficient and effective delivery of services in his/her area of specialization.

l) Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

How to Apply:

The Application Form should be filled ONLINE at www.hers.ug and submitted to the Secretary, Health

Service Commission not later than 19th January 2018. The link to the E-recruitment system can also be

accessed from the Commission's website on www.hsc.go.ug

1. Applicants are advised to:

a) Complete PSF 3 and keep it for future reference.

b) Secure a scanned passport size photograph (JPEG format).

c) Scan all relevant documents.

d) Open an email address in case you do not have.

2. Relevant Documents include the following:

a) Copies of academic and professional certificates (UCE, UACE, Professional Certificates, Diplomas, Degrees, Fellowships),

b) Evidence of training in specialized areas where applicable,

c) Copies of letters of appointment (including promotional if applicable) and confirmation letters as may apply,

d) Copies of registration certificate and valid practicing licenses (December 2017) for health workers who are required by law to register with relevant professional councils

e) Copies of National and current Institutional Identity Cards.

3. Application Process

a) Visit the website www.hers.ug or www.hsc.go.ug and follow the link to hers.ug (Study the info about

the service)

b) Go to “Job seekers login” and register

c) View the jobs

d) Select one job of choice, APPLY ONLINE and upload all relevant documents and SUBMIT.

4. It is emphasized that:

a) The application form should be completed and submitted ONLINE.

b) Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

c) Shortlisted candidates shall be required to bring their original certificates, letters of appointment and

evidence of active service, at the oral interview. Candidates who will present forged certificates shall

be handed over to the Police for appropriate action.

d) Health Workers who are on long term training (one year and above) must not apply.

5. Vacancies tenable at Kabale, Moroto, Hoima and Mubende RRHs should be applied specifically under

respective hospitals.

6. In case of need, you are advised to seek help from the nearest National or Regional Referral Hospital

Human Resource Unit. In addition, the Health Service Commission will respond to inquiries by

telephone on 0414-254378 or 041348501, or email at info@hsc.go.ug, or ers.help@hsc.go.ug

All services of the Health Service Commission are provided free of charge and equal opportunity is given to all qualified applicants.

Please report any form of solicitation to the Secretary, Health Service Commission on Telephone

No. 0414-254378, or email secretary@hsc.go.ug