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Healthcare · Not stated

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Senior Medical Officer

Government of Uganda

UgandaSenior · Not statedCloses Monday, 16 November 2026, 23:59 EATChecked 14 Nov 2026
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Duty station(s): Uganda Prisons Service, Uganda.

Salary scale: U3.

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Post: Senior Medical Officer - 1 Post

Reference: HRM 72/173/34 - UPS

Salary Scale: U3

Reports to: Principal Medical Officer

Qualifications: i. MBChB or its equivalent from a recognised University/Institution. Experience At least three (3) years’ working experience as Medical Officer in Government. Other

Requirements

Good communication, counselling and interpersonal skills. Duties and

Responsibilities

a) Diagnose, treat and manage patients. b) Evaluate patients and refer those requiring specialised healthcare. c) Adhere to the Professional Code of Conduct and Ethics. d) Conduct health education for patients. e) Conduct outreach and community health programmes. f) Conduct research. g) Prepare and submit periodic reports.

h) Implement Continuing Professional Development programmes. b) Supervise and appraise staff.

Salary disclosed: U3

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