Vacancy title:
Consultant (Public Health)

Jobs at:

Deadline of this Job:
30 December 2022  

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, December 14, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Post: Consultant (Public Health) – 1 Post
Reference: HRM 72/173/01 RRH
Salary Scale: U1SE
Reports to: Hospital Director

Qualifications:
• MBChB Degree or its equivalent from a recognized University or Institution.
• Master of Medicine Degree in Family Medicine and Community Practice or Master of Medicine Degree in Public • Health from a recognized University or Institution.

Experience:
• Applicants should have a working experience of not less than six (6) years at specialist level, three (3) of which must be at the level of Medical Officer Special Grade (Public Health).

Other Requirements:
• Proven record of research and publications will be an added advantage.
• Applicants should have demonstrable qualities of leadership and integrity.

Duties and Responsibilities:
a) Assist the Senior Consultant in ensuring efficient and effective management of services in his/her area of speciality, at the Regional Referral Hospital and its catchment area.
b) Treat and manage medical conditions and perform specialist clinical procedures in the area of speciality.
c) Supervise and mentor Medical Officer Special Grade, Medical Officers and other Health Professionals under him/her.
d) Plan and coordinate training programmes for all Health Professionals under him/her.
e) Train and supervise Intern Doctors.
f) Plan and coordinate Continuous Professional Development (CPD)in his/her specialization for Health Workers at the Regional Referral Hospital and its catchment area.
g) Plan, coordinate and conduct operational research in his/her area of specialization.
h) Provide technical and professional advice in his/her area of specialization to Government and the RRH.
i) Conduct national outreach services.
j) Advise on the procurement of equipment, drugs and other logistics required for efficient and effective delivery of services in his/her area ofspecialization.
k) Promote observance of Professional Codes of Conduct and Ethics.
l) Prepare and submit periodic reports.
m) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 72

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure

Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants to fill vacant posts tenable at the Ministry of Health
The Applications should be filled ONLINE at www.hscers.ug and submitted to the Secretary, Health Service Commission not later than 30th December 2022. The link to the e-Recruitment System can also be accessed from the Commission's website at www.hsc.go.ug 

1. Applicants are advised to:
a) Complete PSF 3 and keep a copy for future reference.
b) Secure a scanned passport size photograph (JPEG format).
c) Scan and upload only the relevant documents.

2. Relevant Documents include the following:
a) Academic and professional certificates (UCE, UACE, Professional Certificates, Diplomas, Degrees, Fellowships).
b) Evidence of training in specialized areas where applicable.
c) Letters of appointment, confirmation and promotion where applicable.
d) Registration certificates and valid practicing licenses for health workers who are required by law to register with relevant Professional Councils.
e) National and current Institutional Identity Cards.
f) Priority should be given to uploading only the relevant documents specified in the job specifications.
Shortlisted applicants will have the opportunity to present additional relevant documents.

3. Application Process
The applicants should;
a) Go to the website www.hscers.ug and register
b) Complete your profile
c) View the jobs
d) Select a job of your choice and APPLY ONLINE

4. It is emphasized that:
a) The applications 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 confirmation where applicable, three copies of completed PSF 3, Registration Certificates, Valid Practicing Licenses and evidence of active service at the oral interview.
d) Candidates who will present forged certificates and other related documents shall be handed over to the Police for appropriate action.
e) Health Workers who are on long term training (one year and above) must not apply.


5. In case of need, you are advised to seek help from the Health Service Commission, the Ministry of Health or Human Resource Unit of the nearest National or Regional Referral Hospital. 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.
Equal opportunity is given to all applicants.
Detailed information on the Advert is provided on the website at www.hsc.go.ug 

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