Job Title: Clinical Officer
Employment Type: Contract
Location: Kiryandongo, Uganda
Application Deadline: 19th September 2024
About the International Rescue Committee (IRC):
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to some of the world’s worst humanitarian crises, helping people rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, IRC is a global leader in emergency relief, rehabilitation, and advocacy for those affected by conflict and disaster. Operating in more than 50 countries and over 25 U.S. cities, IRC supports people in regaining control of their lives and communities.
Job Overview:
The Clinical Officer will work under the supervision of the health facility in-charge, providing on-site clinical mentorship, support supervision, and continuous professional development to staff at the facility. The role involves delivering healthcare services at the health facility and in the community while collaborating with health implementing partners in the settlement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct daily clinical assessments and prescribe treatment for patients.
- Ensure proper documentation of patient history, examination findings, and treatment.
- Refer complex cases to the doctor in charge or on call, providing relevant information for clinical management.
- Perform minor surgical procedures in the outpatient minor theatre.
- Participate in weekly Continuous Medical Education (CME) sessions.
- Cover on-call duties as required and participate in camp health surveys and campaigns.
- Assist in morning ward rounds and bedside teaching for junior staff.
- Ensure accurate inventory of medicines and supplies, monitoring their usage.
- Collaborate with other cadres to deliver quality healthcare.
- Provide health talks to patients and carry out other relevant duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Community Health or equivalent from a recognized institution.
- Registration and license with the Allied Health Professionals Council (documentation required).
- Experience working in a refugee settlement or similar humanitarian setting.
Skills and Competencies:
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in health project implementation.
- Strong skills in planning, organizing, and coordinating.
- High standards of quality, ethics, and integrity.
- Excellent communication, time management, and stress management skills.
Gender Equality & Equal Opportunity:
IRC is committed to narrowing the gender gap in leadership positions. We offer benefits that create an enabling environment for women, including parental leave and gender-sensitive security protocols. We strongly encourage qualified female professionals to apply.
Professional Standards:
IRC workers must adhere to the IRC Way – Standards for Professional Conduct, which include Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality. The IRC enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti-Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity, and Anti-Retaliation.
How to Apply:
This position is open to Ugandan nationals only. Interested candidates should apply by clicking the link provided in the job listing. Click Here. IRC values diversity and strives to attract and retain qualified national staff in its programs.