Job Title: Clinical Officer
Reports to: Medical Officer in-charge
Organisation: AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF)
Job Location: Lukaya Healthcare Centre, Kalungu District.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Sees provides clinical care and monitoring to patients.
- Performs physical examinations and preventive health measures within prescribed guidelines and instructions of HCC Medical Officer in Charge.
- Orders, interprets and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient’s clinical problems and health care needs.
- Reviews laboratory test results and other reports. Records physical findings and formulates plan and prognosis based on patient’s condition; discusses case with physician and other health professionals to prepare comprehensive patient care plan.
- Utilizes electronic medical records system to document patient care where available.
- Prescribes medication or other forms of treatment such as physical therapy, occupational therapy or related therapeutic procedures; refills medication.
- Refers patients to physician or specialist for consultation.
- Reviews charts and performs peer reviews as directed by HCC Medica Director.
- Completes diagnosis forms.
Qualifications, Skills & Experience:
- Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Community Health from a recognized institution
- Training in HIV management
- A minimum of 2 years prior experience treating HIV positive patients
- Computer literate
- Additional training on HIV management will be an added advantage
- Good interpersonal skills
How to Apply:
Interested candidates with the above qualifications and experience should send their C.V, photocopies of their relevant academic qualifications and application letter with 3 work related references addressed to;
The Regional Human Resource Manager
AHF-Uganda Cares Secretariat
Plot 1Baker Road Nakasero Hill.
P.O. Box 22914 Kampala
AHF-Uganda Cares Secretariat
Plot 1Baker Road Nakasero Hill.
P.O. Box 22914 Kampala
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Deadline: 15th February, 2013
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