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THE REPUBLIC OF UGANDA

HEALTH SERVICE COMMISSION

External Advert No. 1 of January, 2019Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants to fill vacant posts tenable at Ministry of Health Regional Referral Hospitals (MoH – RRH), Moroto, Hoima, Kabale and Mubende RRHs. The Application should be filled ONLINE at www.hscers.ug and submitted to the Secretary, Health Service Commission not later than 8thFebruary, 2019. 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 only the relevant documents.d) Create an email address in case you do not have one.

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 in the job specifications. Shortlisted

applicants will have the opportunity to present additional relevant qualifications.

3. Application Processa) Visit the website www.hscers.ug or www.hsc.go.ug and follow the link to hscers.ug b) Study the information about the advert.c) Go to “Job seekers log-in” and register. If you are already registered, log-in with your registered

details, update your profile where necessary, proceed to (d) and (e) belowd) View the jobse) Select one job of your choice, APPLY ONLINE and upload all relevant documents and SUBMIT.

Detailed guidance on how to apply is provided on the website.

4. It is emphasized that:a) The application 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, three

copies of completed PSF 3, Registration Certificates and Valid Practicing Licenses, and evidence of active service, at the oral interview.

d) Candidates who will present forged certificates 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 Ministry of Health or 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 [email protected], or [email protected]

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mailto:[email protected]

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

SUMMARY OF POSITIONSSN POST Scale No. of Vacancies

RRHs Hoima Kabale Moroto Mubende Total

1 Medical Officer Special Grade (Anaesthesia)

U2 3 1 0 4

2 Medical Officer Special Grade (ENT)

U2 5 1 1 7

3 Medical Officer Special Grade (Surgery)

U2 2 1 1 3

4 Medical Officer Special Grade (Internal Medicine)

U2 7 1 1 9

5 Medical Officer Special Grade (Obstetrics and Gynaecology)

U2 5 1 1 1 8

6 Medical Officer Special Grade (Ophthalmology)

U2 3 1 1 5

7 Medical Officer Special Grade (Paediatrics)

U2 2 1 1 1 5

8 Medical Officer Special Grade (Pathology)

U2 1 1

9 Medical Officer Special Grade (Psychiatry)

U2 2 1 3

10 Medical Officer Special Grade (Public Health)

U2 5 1 1 7

11 Medical Officer Special Grade (Orthopaedics)

U2 2 1 3

12 Medical Officer Special Grade (Radiology)

U2 4 1 5

13 Principal Laboratory Technologist

U3 1 1

14 Senior Laboratory Technologist U4 2 1 315 Medical Officer U4 16 3 1 2016 Nutritionist U4 1 1 217 Medical Social Worker U4 1 118 Pharmacist U4 1 1 219 Anaesthetic Officer U5 3 2 1 620 Clinical Officer U5 7 2 921 Dental Technologist U5 1 122 Dispenser U5 4 1 1 623 Laboratory Technologist U5 1 1 1 324 Occupational Therapist U5 2 225 Orthopaedic Technician U5 2 226 Orthopaedic Officer U5 1 1 227 Public Health Dental Technician U5 2 228 Public Health Dental Officer U5 1 129 Physiotherapist U5 1 1 230 Radiographer U5 2 1 331 Engineering Technician (Civil) U5 1 132 Engineering Technician

(Mechanical)U5 1 1

33 Engineering Technician (Electrical)

U5 1 1

34 Enrolled Midwife U7 30 2 5 3735 Enrolled Nurse U7 37 2 5 4436 Enrolled Psychiatric Nurse U7 1 2 337 Theatre Assistant U7 8 8

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38 Engineering Assistant (Civil) U7 1 1Total 170 16 5 27 7 225

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MINISTRY OF HEALTH – REGIONAL REFERRAL HOSPITALS1. Post: Medical Officer Special Grade (Anaesthesia) - 4 Posts

Reference: HRM 72/173/01 RH - 3 PostsHRM 72/173/20 KRH - 1 Post

Salary Scale: U2Reports to: Consultant (Anaesthesia)Qualifications: MBChB Degree or its equivalent from a recognized University or

Institution. Master of Medicine Degree in Anaesthesia or its equivalent from a recognized University or Institution.

Other Requirements:

Applicants should have demonstrable qualities of leadership and integrity.

Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Assist in ensuring efficient management of services in his/her specialization at the Hospital and the catchment area covered by the Hospital.b) Supervise and mentor Medical Officers, Interns and other Health Professionals under him/her.c) Plan and coordinate training programmes for Health Professionals under him/her.d) Plan and coordinate Continuous Professional Development (CPD) in his/her speciality, for Health professionals at the Hospital.e) Provide technical and professional advice in his/her area of specialization to Government and the Institution.f) Carry out research in his/her area of speciality.g) Compile and submit periodic reports.h) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

2. Post: Medical Officer Special Grade (ENT) - 7 PostsReference: HRM 72/173/01 RH - 5 Posts

HRM 72/173/20 KRH - 1 Post HRM 72/173/24 MRH - 1 Post

Salary Scale: U2Reports to: Consultant (ENT)Qualifications: MBChB Degree or its equivalent from a recognized University or

Institution. Master of Medicine Degree in ENT or its equivalent from a recognized University or Institution.

Other Requirements:




3. Post: Medical Officer Special Grade (General Surgery) - 3 PostsReference: HRM 72/173/01 RH - 2 Posts

HRM 72/173/14 HRH - 1 Post

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Salary Scale: U2Reports to: Consultant (General Surgery)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.

Other Requirements:




4. Post: Medical Officer Special Grade (Internal Medicine) - 9 PostsReference: HRM 72/173/01 RH - 7 Posts

HRM 72/173/14 HRH - 1 Post HRM 72/173/24 MRH - 1 Post

Salary Scale: U2Reports to: Consultant (Internal Medicine)Qualifications: MBChB Degree or its equivalent from a recognized University or

Institution. Master of Medicine Degree in Internal Medicine or its equivalent from a recognized University or Institution.

Other Requirements:


Duties and responsibilities:


5. Post: Medical Officer Special Grade (Obstetrics and Gynaecology) - 8 PostsReference: HRM 72/173/01 RH - 5 Posts

HRM 72/173/14 HRH - 1 Post HRM 72/173/17 MRH - 1 Post HRM 72/173/20 KRH - 1 Post

Salary Scale: U2Reports to: Consultant (Obstetrics and Gynaecology)Qualifications: MBChB Degree or its equivalent from a recognized University or

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Institution. Master of Medicine Degree in Obstetrics and Gynaecology or its equivalent from a recognized University or Institution.

Other Requirements:


Duties and responsibilities:


6. Post: Medical Officer Special Grade (Ophthalmology) – 5 PostsReference: HRM 72/173/01 RH - 3 Posts

HRM 72/173/20 KRH - 1 Post HRM 72/173/24 MRH - 1 Post

a) Salary Scale: U2b) Reports to: Consultant (Ophthalmology)c) Qualifications: MBChB Degree or its equivalent from a recognized University or

Institution. Master of Medicine Degree in Ophthalmology or its equivalent from a recognized University or Institution.

d) Other Requirements:


e) Duties and Responsibilities:


7. Post: Medical Officer Special Grade (Paediatrics) – 5 Postsf) Reference: HRM 72/173/01 RH - 2 Posts

HRM 72/173/14 HRH - 1 Post HRM 72/173/20 KRH - 1 Post HRM 72/173/24 MRH - 1 Post

g) Salary Scale: U2h) Reports to: Consultant (Paediatrics)i) Qualifications: MBChB Degree or its equivalent from a recognized University or

Institution. Master of Medicine Degree in Paediatrics or its equivalent from a recognized University or Institution.

j) Other Applicants should have demonstrable qualities of leadership and integrity.

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Requirements:k) Duties and

Responsibilities:a) Assist in ensuring efficient management of services in his/her specialization at the Hospital and the catchment area covered by the Hospital.b) Supervise and mentor Medical Officers, Interns and other Health Professionals under him/her.c) Plan and coordinate training programmes for Health Professionals under him/her.d) Plan and coordinate Continuous Professional Development (CPD) in his/her speciality, for Health professionals at the Hospital.e) Provide technical and professional advice in his/her area of specialization to Government and the Institution.f) Carry out research in his/her area of speciality.g) Compile and submit periodic reports.h) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

8. Post: Medical Officer Special Grade (Pathology) – 1 Postl) Reference: HRM 72/173/01 RH m) Salary Scale: U2n) Reports to: Consultant (Pathology)o) Qualifications: MBChB Degree or its equivalent from a recognized University or

Institution. Master of Medicine Degree in Pathology or its equivalent from a recognized University or Institution.

p) Other Requirements:


q) Duties and Responsibilities:


9. Post: Medical Officer Special Grade (Psychiatry) – 3 Postsr) Reference: HRM 72/173/01 RH - 2 Posts

HRM 72/173/17 MRH - 1 Post s) Salary Scale: U2t) Reports to: Consultant (Psychiatry)u) Qualifications: MBChB Degree or its equivalent from a recognized University or

Institution. Master of Medicine Degree in Psychiatry or its equivalent from a recognized University or Institution.

v) Other Requirements:


w) Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Assist in ensuring efficient management of services in his/her specialization at the Hospital and the catchment area covered by the Hospital.b) Supervise and mentor Medical Officers, Interns and other Health Professionals under him/her.c) Plan and coordinate training programmes for Health Professionals under him/her.d) Plan and coordinate Continuous Professional Development (CPD) in

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his/her speciality, for Health professionals at the Hospital.e) Provide technical and professional advice in his/her area of specialization to Government and the Institution.f) Carry out research in his/her area of speciality.g) Compile and submit periodic reports.h) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

10. Post: Medical Officer Special Grade (Public Health) – 7 Posts x) Reference: HRM 72/173/01 RH - 5 Posts

HRM 72/173/17 MRH - 1 Post HRM 72/173/24 MRH - 1 Post

y) Salary Scale: U2z) Reports to: Consultant (Public Health)aa) Qualifications: MBChB Degree or its equivalent from a recognized University or

Institution. Master of Medicine Degree in Public Health or its equivalent from a recognized University or Institution.

ab) Other Requirements:


ac) Duties and Responsibilities:


11. Post: Medical Officer Special Grade (Orthopaedics) – 3 Postsad) Reference: HRM 72/173/01 RH - 2 Posts

HRM 72/173/17 MRH - 1 Post ae) Salary Scale: U2af) Reports to: Consultant (Orthopaedics)ag) Qualifications: MBChB Degree or its equivalent from a recognized University or

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

ah) Other Requirements:


ai) Duties and Responsibilities:


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12. Post: Medical Officer Special Grade (Radiology) – 5 Postsaj) Reference: HRM 72/173/01 RH - 4 Posts

HRM 72/173/17 MRH - 1 Post ak) Salary Scale: U2al) Reports to: Consultant (Radiology)am) Qualifications: MBChB Degree or its equivalent from a recognized University or

Institution. Master of Medicine Degree in Radiology or its equivalent from a recognized University or Institution.

an) Other Requirements:


ao) Duties and Responsibilities:


13. Post: Principal Laboratory Technologist - 1 Posta. Reference: HRM/72/173/01 RHb. Salary Scale: U3c. Reports to: Hospital Director d. Qualifications: Must have a University Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology.

Must have a Diploma in Management or Administration from a recognized Institution.

e. Experience: Should have a working experience of six (6) years, three (3) of which should have been at the level of Senior Laboratory Technologist.

f. Other Requirements:

Should have management, counseling, communication and interpersonal skills.

g. Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Work as immediate technical in-charge of Laboratory services.b) Formulate and implement research programmes.c) Troubleshoot and interpret all laboratory procedures.d) Write standard operating procedures (SOPs).e) Participate in the investigations of epidemic disease outbreaks and report to the Head of Division.f) Coordinate, supervise and institute quality control measures in the Laboratory.g) Institute safety measures against hazards and ensure safe disposal of laboratory waste.h) Participate in planning and budgeting for the Laboratory Unit.i) Manage and account for allocated resources.j) Initiate and ensure that staff conduct research and develop appropriate technologies.k) Receive periodic reports from units. l) Compile and submit reports to the Head of Department.m) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

14. Post: Senior Laboratory Technologist – 3 PostsReference: HRM 72/173/01 RH - 2 Posts

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HRM 72/173/14 HRH - 1 Post Salary Scale: U4Reports to: Principal Laboratory TechnologistQualifications: Must have a University Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology from

a recognized Institution.Experience: Should have served for at least three (3) years as a Laboratory

Technologist. Other Requirements:

Should have counseling, communication and interpersonal skills.


a) Participate in proper collection, handling and transportation of specimens to the Laboratory.b) Carry out laboratory analysis, interpret results and submit reports.c) Participate in planning and budgeting.d) Participate in research and training.e) Participate in preparation of Standard Operating Procedures.f) Carry out support supervision.g) Manage and account for allocated resources.h) Promote observance of the professional Codes of Conduct and Ethics by staff under him/or her.i) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

15. Post: Medical Officer - 20 Postsap) Reference: HRM 72/173/01 RH - 16 Posts

HRM 72/173/14 HRH - 3 Posts HRM 72/173/20 KRH - 1 Post

aq) Salary Scale: U4ar) Reports to: Medical Officer Special Gradeas) Qualifications: Must have an MBChB Degree or its equivalent from a recognized

University or Institution.at) Other

Requirements: Should have good communication, interpersonal and team building skills.

au) Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Participate in diagnosis, treatment and management of patients.b) Evaluate patients and refer them for specialized health care.c) Participate in the delivery of quality health care to patients.d) Participate in Outreach and Community Health Programmes.e) Participate in research activities.f) Participate in continuing Professional Development Programmes. g) Promote observance of the Professional Code of Conduct and Ethics.h) Compile and submit periodic reports.i) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

16. Post: Nutritionist - 2 Postsav) Reference: HRM 72/173/01 RH - 1 Post

HRM 72/173/24 MRH - 1 Post aw) Salary Scale: U4ax) Reports to: Senior Nutritionistay) Qualifications: Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in one of the following disciplines:

Nutrition, Applied Human Nutrition, Food Science and Technology and Dietetics.az) Other


ba) Duties and responsibilities:

a) Participate in the implementation of the National Nutrition Programme.b) Participate in planning, budgeting, coordinating, monitoring and evaluating nutritional programmes in the Hospital.c) Participate in the advocacy for Nutrition Programmes and in the provision of standards and guidelines.d) Participate in community outreach services for adequate nutrition.e) Compile and submit periodic reports on nutrition programmes.

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f) Promote the observance of the professional Code of Conduct and Ethics.g) Manage and account for the allocated resources.h) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

17. Post: Medical Social Worker – 1 PostReference: HRM 72/173/01 RHSalary Scale: U4Reports to: Senior Medical Social WorkerQualifications: A Bachelor’s Degree (Hons) in Social Work and Social Administration

(SWASA) from a recognized Institution.Other Requirements:

Good communication, analytical, advocacy skills and interpersonal skills.


a) Participate in planning, budgeting, coordinating, monitoring and evaluating social work activities in the Hospital.b) Counsel patients and relatives with social needs.c) Offer psycho-social support, social care and emotional therapy to patients.d) Liaise with Hospital management in the provision of social services to patients.e) Carry out home visits to patients/clients.f) Impart coping skills to patients and relativesg) Participate in research activities.h) Adhere to the Professional Code of Conduct and Ethics.i) Manage and account for allocated resources.j) Supervise and appraise staff.k) Compile and submit reports.l) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

18. Post: Pharmacist – 2 Postsbb) Reference: HRM 72/173/01 RH - 1 Post

HRM 72/173/24 MRH - 1 Post bc) Salary Scale: U4bd) Reports to: Senior Pharmacistbe) Qualifications: Must have a Bachelor of Pharmacy Degree or its equivalent from a

recognized University or Institution.bf) Other


bg) Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Participate in quality preparation of compounded medicine and intravenous fluids and ensure proper storage. b) Requisition and ensure that supplies are available.c) Advise and update clinicians on prescriptions.d) Liaise with Ward management in ensuring that drugs are properly recorded and stored.e) Participate in drugs and clinically related research.f) Ensure equipment is functional and well maintained.g) Liaise with the National Drug Authority in ensuring that all medicines conform to prescribed standards.h) Advise patients and communities on the proper use and storage of drugs.i) Impart knowledge and skills to students and Staff.j) Participate in planning and budgeting for the Pharmacy Unit and account for the medicines and infusions.k) Compile and submit periodic reports.l) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

19. Post: Anaesthetic Officer – 6 Postsa. Reference: HRM/72/173/01 RH - 3 Posts

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HRM 72/173/14 HRH - 2 Posts HRM 72/173/24 MRH - 1 Post

b. Salary Scale: U5c. Reports to: Senior Anaesthetic Officerd. Qualifications: Must have a Diploma in Anaesthesia from a recognized Institution.

e. Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Participate in clinical work and ensure proper management of patients.b) Liaise with Ward management in pre and post operative patient care.c) Participate in the management of disaster situations and provide resuscitation services.d) Ensure that equipment is functional and well maintained.e) Promote the observance of the professional Codes of Conduct and Ethics.f) Perform any duties assigned by the Senior Anaesthetic Officer.

20. Post: Clinical Officer – 9 Postsbh) Reference: HRM 72/173/01 RH – 7 Posts

HRM 72/173/24 MRH - 2 Post bi) Salary Scale: U5bj) Reports to: Senior Clinical Officerbk) Qualifications: Must have a Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Community Health or its

equivalent, from a recognized Institution.bl) Duties and

Responsibilities:a) Treat and ensure proper management of patients.b) Refer complicated cases to the Senior Clinical Officer.c) Liaise with other cadres in the Unit in the delivery of quality health care to patients.d) Participate in the implementation of primary health care activities.e) Participate in research activities.f) Participate in the collection of health data.g) Participate in teaching staff, patients and the public.h) Promote the observance of the professional Codes of Conduct and Ethics.i) Compile and submit periodic reports.j) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

21. Post: Dental Technologist - 1 Post

Reference: HRM 72/173/01 RHSalary Scale: U5Reports to: Senior Dental TechnologistQualifications: Must have a Diploma in Dental Technology from a recognized Institution.Other Requirements:

Should have good communication, interpersonal and team building skills.


a) Participate in designing, fabricating and fitting appliances for patients.b) Refer complicated cases to the Senior Dental Technologist.c) Carry out Health Education on maintenance of fabricated prosthetic appliances.d) Impart knowledge and skills to students and staff.e) Promote the observance of the professional Codes of Conduct and Ethics.f) Participate in research activities.g) Manage and account for allocated resources.h) Compile and submit periodic reports to the Senior Dental Technologist.i) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

22. Post: Dispenser – 6 Postsbm) Reference: HRM/72/173/01 RH - 4 Posts


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bn) Salary Scale: U5 bo) Reports to: Senior Dispenserbp) Qualifications: Must have a Diploma in Pharmacy or its equivalent from a recognized

Institution.bq) Other

requirements: Should have communication, counseling, interpersonal and team building skills.

br) Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Compound drugs and give out medicines to patients.b) Prepare sterile and pathogens free infusions.c) Advise patients and attendants in the proper use and storage of medicines.d) Carry out regular equipment servicing and ensure that they are functional.e) Identify and classify drugs, keep stock and adhere to the professional Code of Conduct and Ethics.f) Participate in training of students and other health workers.g) Compile reports on drugs usage and submit to the Senior Dispenser.h) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

23. Post: Laboratory Technologist - 3 Postsbs) Reference: HRM 72/173/01 RH – 1 Post


bt) Salary Scale: U5bu) Reports to: Senior Laboratory Technologistbv) Qualifications: Must have a University Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology from

a recognized University or Institution.bw) Other


bx) Duties and responsibilities:

a) Collect, handle and transport specimens to the Laboratory.b) Prepare standards and reagents according to established procedures.c) Carry out laboratory investigations and submit reports to Clinicians.d) Liaise with Ward Management in the preparation of patients for laboratory tests.e) Requisition necessary supplies for laboratory work.f) Service laboratory equipment and maintain inventory.g) Follow safety measures against hazards.h) Participate in quality assurance for laboratories.i) Participate in the preparation of Standard Operating Procedures.j) Participate in research activities.k) Manage and account for allocated resources.l) Promote the observance of the professional Codes of Conduct and Ethics.m) Compile and submit periodic reports.n) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

24. Post: Occupational Therapist - 2 Postsby) Reference: HRM/72/173/01 RH bz) Salary Scale: U5ca) Reports to: Senior Occupational Therapistcb) Qualifications: Must have a Diploma in Occupational Therapy from a recognized

Institution.cc) Other


cd) Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Facilitate and train persons with disabilities in occupational therapy activities.b) Counsel persons with disability.c) Participate in outreach services.d) Requisition for equipment and other supplies.

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e) Ensure that equipment are secure, functional and well maintained.f) Train and supervise Occupational Therapy Helpers in rehabilitative skills.g) Participate in research activities.h) Promote the observance of the professional Codes of Conduct and Ethics.i) Manage and account for allocated resources.j) Compile and submit periodic reports.k) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

25. Post: Orthopaedic Technician - 2 PostsReference: HRM 72/173/01 RHSalary Scale: U5Reports to: Senior Orthopaedic TechnologistQualifications: Must have a Diploma in Orthopaedic Technology from a recognized

Institution.Other Requirements:



a) Participate in designing, fabricating and fitting Orthopaedic appliances for patients.b) Refer complicated cases to the Senior Orthopaedic Technologist.c) Carry out Health Education on maintenance of fabricated prosthetic appliances.d) Impart knowledge and skills to students and staff.e) Promote the observance of the professional Codes of Conduct and Ethics.f) Participate in research activities.g) Manage and account for allocated resources.h) Compile and submit periodic reports to the Senior Orthopaedic Technologist.i) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

26. Post: Orthopaedic Officer – 2 Postsce) Reference: HRM 72/173/01 RH – 1 Post

HRM 72/173/24 MRH - 1 Post cf) Salary Scale: U5cg) Reports to: Senior Orthopaedic Officerch) Qualifications: Must have a Diploma in Orthopaedic Medicine or its equivalent from a

recognized Institution.ci) Other


cj) Duties & Responsibilities:

a) Participate in Clinical work and ensure proper management of patients.b) Care for and service Orthopaedic equipment regularly.c) Participate in research activities.d) Promote the observance of the professional Codes of Conduct and Ethics.e) Manage and account for allocated resources.f) Compile and submit periodic reports.g) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

27. Post: Public Health Dental Technician - 2 PostsReference: HRM 72/173/01 RHSalary Scale: U5Reports to: Senior Dental TechnologistQualifications: Must have a Diploma in Dental Technology from a recognized Institution.Other Requirements:



j) Participate in designing, fabricating and fitting Dental appliances for patients.

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k) Refer complicated cases to the Senior Dental Technologist.l) Carry out Health Education on maintenance of fabricated prosthetic appliances.m) Impart knowledge and skills to students and staff.n) Promote the observance of the professional Codes of Conduct and Ethics.o) Participate in research activities.p) Manage and account for allocated resources.q) Compile and submit periodic reports to the Senior Dental Technologist.r) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

28. Post: Public Health Dental Officer – 1 Posta. Reference: HRM 72/173/01 RH b. Salary Scale: U5c. Reports to: Senior Public Health Dental Officerd. Qualifications: Must have a Diploma in Public Health Dentistry from a recognized

Institution.e. Other

Requirements: Good communication, team building, interpersonal and analytical skills.

f. Duties and responsibilities:

a) Diagnose and manage patients.b) Organize and conduct outreach services.c) Requisition for equipment and other supplies.d) Ensure that equipment is secure, functional and well maintained.e) Impart knowledge and skills to students and staff.f) Manage and account for allocated resources.g) Promote observance of the professional Codes of Conduct and Ethics by staff.h) Initiate and participate in research activities.i) Compile and submit periodic reports.j) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

29. Post: Physiotherapist – 2 Postsck) Reference: HRM 72/173/01/RH – 1 Post

HRM 72/173/24 MRH - 1 Post cl) Salary Scale: U5cm) Reports to: Senior Physiotherapistcn) Qualifications: Must have a Diploma in Physiotherapy from a recognized Institution.co) Duties and

Responsibilities:a) Carry out physiotherapy treatment to patients.b) Provide movement aides to disabled patients.c) Ensure that equipment is functional and well maintained.d) Ensure safety of patients and staff. e) Educate patients and staff on how to avoid the occurrence of disabilities.f) Participate in teaching and supervision of students.g) Participate in primary health care activities.h) Participate in research activities.i) Compile and submit periodic reports.j) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

30. Post: Radiographer – 3 Postscp) Reference: HRM 72/173/01 RH – 2 Posts

HRM 72/173/24 MRH - 1 Post cq) Salary Scale: U5cr) Reports to: Senior Radiographercs) Qualifications: Must have a Diploma in Radiography from a recognized Institution.ct) Other


cu) Duties and a) Receive patients and analyse their X-ray requests.

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Responsibilities: b) Prepare X-ray equipment according to requests.c) Liaise with Ward management in the preparation of patients for X-rays.

d) Take X-ray pictures, process X-ray films and prepare reports for the Doctor or Clinical Officer.e) Maintain X-ray equipment.f) Promote the observance of the professional Codes of Conduct and Ethics.g) Prepare and submit reports.h) Manage and account for allocated resources,i) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

31. Post: Engineering Technician (Civil) - 1 Posta. Reference: HRM 72/173/01 RHb. Salary Scale: U6c. Reports to: Engineering Officer (Civil)d. Qualifications: Must have a Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized Institution.e. Other

Requirements: Working experience with civil construction and maintenance of health infrastructure is an added advantage.

f. Duties and Responsibilities

a) Participate in civil construction, repair and maintenance of health infrastructure and equipment in the Hospital.b) Participate in the servicing and repair of health infrastructure.c) Inspect and detect faulty infrastructure and equipment; correct the faults and recommend remedial action.d) Compile and submit periodic reports.e) Perform any other duties assigned from time to time.

32. Post: Engineering Technician (Mechanical) - 1 Posta. Reference: HRM 72/173/01 RHb. Salary Scale: U6c. Reports to: Biomedical Engineerd. Qualifications: Must have a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized


Requirements: Working experience with medical equipment maintenance is an added advantage.


f) Participate in installation, repair and maintenance of machinery and equipment in the Hospital.g) Participate in the servicing and repair of medical plants.h) Inspect and detect faulty equipment; correct the faults and recommend remedial action.i) Compile and submit periodic reports.j) Perform any other duties assigned from time to time.

33. Post: Engineering Technician (Electrical) - 1 Posta. Reference: HRM 72/173/01 RHb. Salary Scale: U6c. Reports to: Engineering Officer (Electrical)d. Qualifications: Must have a Diploma in Electrical Engineering from a recognized


Requirements: Working experience with medical equipment maintenance is an added advantage.


k) Participate in installation, repair and maintenance of machinery and equipment in the Hospital.l) Participate in the servicing and repair of medical plants.m) Inspect and detect faulty equipment; correct the faults and recommend remedial action.

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n) Compile and submit periodic reports.o) Perform any other duties assigned from time to time.

34. Post: Enrolled Midwife - 37 Postsa) Reference: HRM/72/173/01 RH - 30 Posts

HRM 72/173/14 HRH - 2 Posts HRM 72/173/24 MRH - 5 Posts

b) Salary Scale: U7 c) Reports to: Assistant Nursing Officer (Midwifery)d) Qualifications: Must have a Certificate in Enrolled Midwifery from a recognized

Institution.e) Other

Requirements: Should have observation, judgment, counseling and communication skills. Should have patient focused approach and a pleasant personality.

f) Duties & Responsibilities:

a) Receive patients, register admissions, discharges and deaths.b) Carry out antenatal care with emphasis on identifying high risk cases.c) Provide care during labour with emphasis on keeping proper records, use of drugs and prevention of complications to mother and baby.d) Provide care during puerperium with emphasis on prevention of infection and ensure successful breast feeding.e) Participate in bedside nursing procedures as a member of the caring team.f) Participate in Doctors and Clinical Officers ward rounds.g) Carry out observations, keep records and ensure their safe custody.h) Prepare patients for meals and participate in serving them.i) Keep patients comfortable and ensure a healthy environment.j) Adhere to Professional Codes of Conduct and Ethics.k) Manage and account for allocated resources.l) Compile daily ward reports and hand over to in-coming shift.m) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

35. Post: Enrolled Nurse – 44 Postsa) Reference: HRM 72/173/01 RH – 37 Posts

HRM 72/173/14 HRH - 2 Posts HRM 72/173/24 MRH - 5 Posts

b) Salary Scale: U7c) Reports to: Assistant Nursing Officer (Nursing)d) Qualifications: Must have Enrolled Nurse or Enrolled Comprehensive Nurse Certificate

from a recognized Institution.e) Other

requirements: Should have a patient focused approach and pleasant personality.

f) Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Participate in continuous nursing coverage on Wards/Units by receiving reports and effectively handing over to in-coming staff.b) Keep patients comfortable and ensure a clean and safe environment.c) Give out treatment as prescribed and carry out nursing procedures.d) Carry out observations, keep proper records and ensure their safe custody.e) Participate in Doctors and Clinical officers’ ward rounds.f) Receive patients, register admissions and discharges.g) Ensure that aseptic techniques are adhered to in the preparation procedures.h) Maintain close contact with patients.i) Ensure confidentiality.j) Carry out Health Education to patients and their attendants.k) Participate in Primary Health Care activities.l) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

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36. Post: Enrolled Psychiatric Nurse – 3 PostsReference: HRM 72/173/01 RH - 1 Post

HRM 72/173/17 MRH - 2 PostsSalary Scale: U7Reports to: Assistant Nursing Officer (Psychiatry)Qualifications: Must have Enrolled Psychiatric Nurse Certificate from a recognized

Institution.Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Deal with social and psychosocial issues of patients.b) Counsel patients.c) Collaborate with Medical Social Workers.d) Keep patients comfortable and ensure a healthy environment.e) Maintain personal contact with patients, take note of complaints, provide periodic reports and ensure confidentiality.f) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

37. Post: Theatre Assistant - 8 PostsReference: HRM 72/173/01 RHSalary Scale: U7Reports to: Senior Theatre Assistant

Qualifications: • Must have O’Level Certificate.• Must have Certificate in Theatre Techniques or its equivalent from a recognized Institution.

Duties: a) Prepare theatre for operations.b) Assist the surgical team, before, during and after operations.c) Dispose of surgical waste safely.d) Impart knowledge and skills to Theatre Attendants.e) Adhere to the relevant Codes of Conduct and Ethics.f) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

38. Post: Engineering Assistant (Civil) – 1 Reference: HRM 72/173/01 RH

a) Salary Scale: U7b) Reports to: Assistant Engineering Officer or Biomedical Engineerc) Qualifications: Must have a Certificate Grade I in Civil Engineering or its equivalent

from a recognized Institution.d) Other


e) Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Repair and maintain infrastructure and equipment.b) Carry out civil constructions.c) Detect infrastructure faults and take corrective action.d) Supervise and train Artisans.e) Perform any other duties assigned from time to time.

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