Medical Clinical Officer, Enrolled Midwife and Enrolled Nurse

• Deadline: Expired

Position: Medical Clinical Officer (1), Enrolled Midwife (1), Enrolled Nurse (1)

Duty Station: Bukonte Health Centre III, Namutumba Uganda Application Deadline: 10/4/2025

Bukonte Health Centre III, a leading healthcare provider in Namutumba, Uganda, is seeking qualified and passionate Medical Clinical Officer, Enrolled Midwife, and Enrolled Nurse to join our dedicated team. If you are committed to providing high-quality maternal and general healthcare services, we invite you to apply.

Job Descriptions and Requirements

1. Medical Clinical Officer

Responsibilities:

• History taking, physical examination, ordering appropriate laboratory investigations and make appropriate diagnosis.
• Promote rational drug use through use of MOH treatment guidelines.
• Champion TB case finding and key GBV services at OPD
• Attend to emergencies presenting to the clinic and recommend referrals for cases that cannot be managed as per MOH guidelines.
• Ensure that all required observations and vitals, prescribed treatment and procedures are carried out and documented on patients’ record
• Boost patient experiences, including counselling and sensitizing patients through health talks preventive and promote health.
• Embrace, learn and develop in an evidence-based medical system.
• Consistent track record to work and deliver results with minimum supervision.

-Drugs/Supplies • Work with pharmacy on essential drugs required at the health centre and ensure rational use.

• Work with pharmacy staff to ensure pharmacovigilance is applied on Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) and general outpatient drugs.

Laboratory • Work together with the Lab staff to ensure relevant investigations are done on a timely manner with the correct results and ensure

quality control at all times.

Trainings • On Job Training of interns in the health center.

Report Writing • Assist in preparing and presenting monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual reports with the guidance of the Medical Officer and other recommended staff.

Requirements

• Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Community health.
• Must be registered with the Allied Health Professionals Council and MUST possess a valid practicing license
• Over two (2) years working experience working ideally in a busy health facility
• Knowledge of non-communicable diseases (NCD) management is key

• Good clinical skills
• Required to be team oriented with excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work under

pressure in a stressful environment, displaying resilience, compassion and diplomacy

• • Active team player with good interpersonal skills
  • Good analytical skills
  • Self-initiative

• Ability to work under minimum supervision

2. Enrolled Midwife

Responsibilities:

• Assist in providing antenatal, postnatal, and delivery care under the supervision of a senior midwife.
• Monitor vital signs of mothers and newborns and report any abnormalities.
• Educate mothers on breastfeeding, newborn care, and family planning.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the maternity ward.
• Support in managing obstetric emergencies and referrals.

Requirements:

• Certificate in Enrolled Midwifery from a recognized institution.
• At least 2 years of experience in midwifery practice.
• Must be registered with the Uganda Nurses and Midwives
  Council.
• Must have a valid practicing license
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Willingness to work in rural or underserved areas.

3. Enrolled Nurse

Responsibilities:

• Assist in providing basic nursing care to patients under the supervision of a senior nurse.
• Take and record vital signs, such as temperature, pulse, and blood pressure.
• Assist with patient hygiene, feeding, and mobility.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in the ward or clinic.
• Support in patient education and health promotion activities.