JOB DETAILS:
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for performing consultations to diagnose, treat and manage patients in line with MoH protocol and clinical guidelines in the areas of pregnancy, childbirth and gynecology. Oversees the interventions of the maternity ward and provides technical supervision to midwives.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform maternity ward rounds to assess gynecology and obstetrics patient condition, diagnose, prescribe treatment and discharge or refer complicated cases in line with clinical guidelines and hygiene protocols
Responsible for delivering babies and performing surgeries related to obstetrics and gynecology

Control the rational distribution of gynecological medicine and equipment; ensure sterilization and good maintenance of medical equipment
Keep the patient and family informed about the illness and provide appropriate explanations about the treatment to follow; verify understanding to ensure informed consent and adherence to treatment

Ensure data traceability by recording all medical activities on patient’s card and in registration books such that patient treatment is continuous

Assist with and perform surgical operations and clinical procedures within competency
Attend to emergency cases in the health facility
Participate in the recruitment of maternity staff

Ensure general hygiene standards and universal precautions are followed at all times and implement and monitor actions to reduce bio-hazard risks and improve infection control
Ensure ongoing training of maternity staff in order to optimize the quality of care

Participate in the collection and analysis of epidemiological data, checking its validity and informing the Medical Coordinator about any problem or complication of the patient’s illness, including medical error
Ensure that medical practices are conducted with the highest level of integrity and ethics according to professional and MTI Codes of Conduct

Ensure maternity staff receive mentorship and participate in capacity building opportunities
Ensure data collected is accurate and submit reports according to schedule
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
EDUCATION, LICENSES, & CERTIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s Degree in Medicine and Surgery and a Master’s Degree in Obstetrics and Gynecology is required
Completed internship and rotation in Obstetrics and Gynecology is required

Registration with Uganda Medical and Dental Practitioners Council is required
Valid practicing license is required
EXPERIENCE
3 years of work experience in a hospital practice relating to primary health care, maternal and child health, reproductive health, HIV/AIDS and communicable diseases is required
Experience working with international NGOs is an added advantage

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE
In-depth knowledge of women’s reproductive health
Knowledge of primary health care, maternal and child health, reproductive health, HIV and AIDS and communicable diseases, surgery, paediatrics, obstetrics and gynecology
Knowledge of professional clinical medicine principles, procedures and techniques
Knowledge of medicines, hygiene management and IPC protocol

SKILLS
Skilled in applying clinical medicine principles and procedures in the evaluation and treatment of patients
Skilled in performing surgery within competency
Skilled in prescribing correct medication
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
A good command of both written and spoken English

ABILITIES
Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient information and adhere to professional code of conduct
Ability to treat all patients and staff with respect, without prejudice
Ability to provide high quality, ethical, compassionate care that places the needs of the patient first
Ability to maintain detailed records with high accuracy
Ability to be flexible and manage stress
Ability to support MTI Calling and adhere to the MTI Code of Conduct

PHYSICAL CONDITIONS
This position requires work at health facilities located in remote areas with very basic living conditions.