Medical Consultant (Physician)
Full time @Bank of Uganda posted 1 hour ago in Administration Shortlist Email JobJob Detail
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Job ID 25001
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Career Level Officer
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Experience 3 Years
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Gender Both
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Industry Administration
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Qualifications Degree Bachelor
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Job Type Full time
Job Description
Applications are invited from qualified Ugandans to fill the following position in Bank of Uganda:
DEPARTMENT: Medical Services
Job Ref: MD2.04ts
Job Title: Medical Consultant (Physician)
Rank: Deputy Director
Reports To: Director, Medical Services Department
Supervises: Medical Officer (Special Grade)
PURPOSE
To provide specialist medical care and medical oversight in promoting the health and wellbeing of Bank staff and eligible dependants through quality preventive, curative and emergency healthcare services in line with professional medical standards, Bank policies, and applicable health regulations.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Give medical consultation services to all Bank patients and eligible dependants, diagnosing, giving treatment, and managing medical conditions and emergency cases.
- Give medical education and explain tests and procedures to patients.
- Plan, coordinate and follow up referrals of patients and emergency cases.
- Provide input into the evaluation and selection of medical service providers.
- Refer patients to hospitals and other specialized facilities when required.
- Participate in medical activities at the Bank branches.
- Provide counselling and health education to Bank staff and eligible dependants.
- Provide input in the development of training programs for continuous professional development of medical staff.
- Promote disease prevention and participate in employee wellness programs.
- Provide input in defining specifications in procurement of medical equipment, drugs and sundries.
- Supervise, coach, mentor, appraise and ensure adherence to Codes of Conduct and Ethics by staff in the Department.
- Participate in the development of Departmental Annual Workplans and Budget.
- Perform other duties as shall be assigned by the Director Medical Services.
EXPECTED OUTPUTS
- Efficiently managed patients.
- Increased awareness on health-related issues.
- Departmental work plan.
- Training programs.
- Efficient medical activities at the branches.
- Issued Medical Treatment Orders (MTOs).
- Draft medical service providers evaluation report.
PERSON SPECIFICATIONS
A. QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) from an accredited institution.
- Master’s Degree in Internal Medicine.
- Membership with Uganda Medical and Dental Practitioners’ Council.
- Annual Practising License.
- Post-graduate training in Leadership or Management is an added advantage.
B. EXPERIENCE
- Minimum of ten (10) years’ experience as a Medical Practitioner, five (5) of which should have been at a Specialist Level in a reputable hospital, Medical Institution or Corporate healthcare setting.
C. AGE
- Applicants must be between 40 and 50.0 years old.
D. COMPETENCIES
(i) Technical Competencies
- Knowledge of health laws and standard medical practices and procedures; and pharmacy policy and legislative requirements.
- Demonstrated experience in providing evidence-based medical services.
- Customer focused with ability to decipher customer expectations.
- Experience in managing medical schemes and claims.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Knowledge and application of risk management practices.
- Strategic thinking and decision-making capabilities.
(ii) Behavioural Competencies
- Transparency and accountability.
- High standards of ethics and integrity.
- High level of confidentiality.
- Strong negotiation and mediation skills.
- Commitment to excellence and teamwork.
- Excellent planning and organizing skills.
- Innovative and solution-oriented mindset.
- Self-drive and results orientation.
- Effective communication skills.
- Concern for quality and standards.
- Excellent time management skills.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB
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WORKING CONDITIONS
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SALARY AND BENEFITS
Salary and benefits for the position are generous and attractive.
Please ensure that all required documents are duly attached and scanned as a clearly named single document.
APPLICATION SUBMISSION
Applications should be submitted through the online application link available through the Careers section of the Bank of Uganda website.
Applicants are advised to follow the instructions on the application link carefully.
NOTES
- Applicants MUST use the standard Bank of Uganda Curriculum Vitae form as their Curriculum Vitae format. Candidates who use a CV format other than the prescribed format shall be disqualified. The Bank of Uganda Curriculum Vitae form is available on the Bank of Uganda website under the Careers Section.
- Applicants MUST attach scanned certified copies of academic credentials and professional training certificates to their applications to support their candidature.
- Management reserves the right to disqualify any applicant found to have concealed or falsified information or academic credentials. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Friday, 21 August 2026
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