JOB
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
K’s Hospital was established in 1994 and registered in
Tanzania as private Hospital under the Private Hospital (Regulation) Act Number
6 of 1977 as amended by Act Number 26 of 1991. It is currently registered as a
District level hospital with registration Number 127204. K’s Hospital is
located along the Tanzam highway at Mafiat area 2.5 km from Mbeya City Centre.
The Hospital renders its services to the Mbeya inhabitants and neighboring
regions and countries such as Iringa, Rukwa, Ruvuma, Zambia, Malawi and
Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is in the
process of being upgraded to a referral hospital after completion of 8
storey building furnished with modern diagnostic machines including; Digital
X-ray, CTSCAN, MRI and other modern dental unit, ophthalmology unit and modern
ENT set. Currently, the hospital has all departments required for Zonal
hospital including;
•
Internal Medicine,
•
Orthopedics Surgery,
•
General Surgery,
•
Laboratory services – (managed by Lancet laboratories
Tanzania – globally recognized for their quality services),
•
OBGY and Gynecology department,
•
Paedriatic department,
•
Dental unit,
•
ENT department,
•
Ophthalmology department,
•
Physiotherapy department,
•
ICU department and • Emergency
services.
Ø Specialist Physician – 1 Post DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide
specialized medical services for in-patients and out-patients
• To
supervise junior doctors and provide them supportive supervision
• Carry
out any other duties as assigned from time to time by their supervisor
QUALIFICATION AND
EXPERIENCE
• Masters
of Medicine in respective specialty from a recognized University and Must
be registered with Medical Council of
Tanganyika
Specialist Pediatrician – 1 Post
DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Conduct
regular well baby assessments on newborns and young children to check and
record their health and normal growth and development
• Attend
high risk cesarean deliveries and conduct resuscitation as required
• Assess
sick children to determine their condition and ask intuitive questions to
gather information about symptoms
• Reach
an informed diagnosis based on scientific knowledge and individual medical
history
• Prescribe
medications and give detailed instructions for administration
• Prescribe
and interpret appropriate lab tests to gain more information for possible
infections or abnormalities • Examine and treat injuries and refer to
physicians of other disciplines when necessary (e.g. surgeons,
ophthalmologists, orthopedists etc.)
• Advise
parents on children’s diet, exercise and disease preventive measures.
• Define,
implement and monitor standards of performance and quality improvement of
pediatric services
• Any
other roles assigned by the Supervisor
QUALIFICATION AND
EXPERIENCE
• Master
Degree in Pediatrics from a recognized University
• Must
have Registration from Medical Council of Tanganyika (MCT).
• Must
have valid Retention Certificate from Medical Council of Tanganyika (MCT).
• In
depth knowledge of children epidemiology and infectious diseases.
Ø General Surgeon – 1 Post
QUALIFICATION AND
EXPERIENCE
Minimum master degree in surgery from recognized university.
Must have full Registration from Medical council of Tanzania (MCT). Must have a
full Retention certificate from medical council of Tanzania (MCT)
Ø Specialist Obstetrician and Gynecologist – 1
Post DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Ensure
plans for operationalizing fully Operating theatres and ensure targets are
achieved
• Ensure
professional and efficient management of Obstetrics and other Emergencies
• Coordinate
and ensure quality clinical service provision (OBGYN and newborn care)
QUALIFICATION AND
EXPERIENCE
• Masters
in OBGYN or Board certified or fellows of their respective colleges in the
field of OBGYN
Ø Dermatologist – 1 Post
QUALIFICATION AND
EXPERIENCE
• Holder
of Master of Medicine in Dermatovenereology or Master of Medicine (MMed) degree
(Dermatology) from a recognized institution
• Must
be registered by the Tanganyika Medical Council as a Medical Doctor
Ear, Nose And Throat ( ENT) Specialist – 1 Post
DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Carrying
out specialized medical care in the field of ENT
• Attending
emergency duties.
• Participating
fully in morning clinical sessions and patient’s presentation.
QUALIFICATION AND
EXPERIENCE
Must hold at master of medicine (MMed) in surgery from a
Tanzania commission of universities (TCU) recognized university with
specialization training in otorhinolaryngology. Must be registered with medical
council of Tanganyika as a medical practitioner.
Ø Orthopedic Surgeon – 1 Post
QUALIFICATION AND
EXPERIENCE
Masters Degree in orthopedic and Trauma / board certified or
fellow of their respective colleges in the field of surgery.
Certified of Full Registration
from medical council of Tanganyika, valid retention certificate from medical
council of Tanganyika.
Ø MD Radiologist – 1 Post
DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES
• To
evaluate patient medical history, perform diagnostic special procedure.
• Operate
imaging technology and machinery, accurately read and interpret results and
Diagnose ailments and injuries.
•Work in conjunction with clinicians and colleagues to
develop scanning techniques.
• Maintain
patient’s records and confidentiality in accordance with hospital policies and
statutory regulations.
QUALIFICATION AND
EXPERIENCE
• Must
be a Medical Doctor specialization in Radiology from recognized University /
College.
• Masters
Degree is preferred
• Must
be registered with the Medical Council of Tanganyika and the Medical Radiology
and Imaging Professionals Council.
• Updates
Retention of License of the relevant Regulatory Bodies, Basic Life Support
training is mandatory.
Ø Dental Surgeon – 1 Post
DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Meeting
with Patients to discuss and treat dental concerns performing regular cleanings
and other preventative procedures and establish a plan for better dental
hygiene
• Performing
all dental procedures, such as extractions, root canals, and filling cavities,
dentures, and more as per approved privileges only.
• Keeping
records relating to the oral health of patients and the treatments given to
them
• Any
other roles assigned by the Supervisor
QUALIFICATION AND
EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor
of Dental Surgery
• Certificate
of Full Registration from Medical Council of Tanganyika
• Valid
Practicing License from Medical Council of Tanganyika
Occupational Therapist II – 1 Post
DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES:
•
Treating patients through Occupational therapy
techniques under the supervision of Senior Occupational therapist Officer;
•
Conducting health education programmer to in patients
and out patients;
•
Ensuring proper up-keep of equipment in the department;
•
Conducting training and awareness of primary and
secondary prevention of Functional impairment of disabilities to paramedical
staff and community (Patient relatives or centers, which services orphans); and
•
Performing any other duties as assigned by his/her
Superior.
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:
•
Diploma in Occupational Therapy from any other
recognized University/Institution
• Physiotherapist
II – 3 Post
DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES
• To
treat patients under supervision of senior staff;
• To
keep and maintain patients records and statistics;
• To
take care of equipment in the Unit/department and report any malfunctions; and
• To
perform any other related duty as assigned by the Supervisor.
QUALIFICATION AND
EXPERIENCE
Holder of three years Diploma
in Physiotherapy from a recognized institution.
Ø Ophthalmologist
– 1 Post
QUALIFICATION AND
EXPERIENCE
• Applicant
should possess medical doctor degree from recognized university
• Applicant
should have master degree in ophthalmology from recognized university
• Applicant
with post graduate in ophthalmology will also be considered.
• Applicant
should have experience of not less than 1 year in the specialized field of
ophthalmology.
Ø Clinical
Optometrist II – 1 post
DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES
• To
conduct visual analysis;
• To
prescribe optical prescriptions;
• To
maintain optical aids;
• To
keep and maintain patient’s statistics; and
• To
perform any other related duty as assigned by the Supervisor.
QUALIFICATION AND
EXPERIENCE
• Holder
of Diploma in Clinical Optometry or in any related field from a reputable
institution. All applicants must be Citizens of Tanzania of not more than 36 years
of age.
Assistant Medical Officer (amo) Ophthalmologist – 1 Post
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
•
Coordinate
scheduling of patient appointments and surgeries.
•
Interview patients
and document ocular and medical histories.
•
Perform a variety of
routine tests using ophthalmic instruments that provide diagnostic
•
Assist the physician
during diagnostic and minor surgical procedures, including instrumentation,
•
Administer topical
medications or diagnostic drugs as required by the provider for testing or
treatment.
•
Prepare and position
patient for diagnostic tests and procedures.
•
Assist the physician
with patient education pertaining to the treatment prescribed.
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
•
Advanced Diploma in
Clinical Medicine is required
•
Registration with
Tanganyika Medical Council is required
•
Valid practicing
license is required
•
At least 18 months
of clinical experience in ophthalmology is required
•
Exceptional
communication skills at all levels
Ø Medical
Officer II – 14 Post
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• To
attend in and out patients;
• To
attend emergency medical duties;
• To
carry out investigations of admitted patients;
• To
ensure that prescribed instructions are carried out;
• To
conduct minor operations;
• To
assist Surgeons at operations;
• To
carry out service and participating in major ward rounds.
• To
ensure that patients are properly prepared for surgery;
• To
participate fully in morning clinical sessions, patient presentation and
journal clubs;
• To
participate in research activities;
•To fill out patient information in
the in the book of MTUHA
• To
participate in outreach programs; and
• To
perform any other related duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Holder of either Doctor of
Medicine Degree, Bachelor of Medicine or
equivalent qualifications from a recognized University or institutions plus
successful completion of Internship and registered with the Medical Council of
Tanganyika and with valid practicing license.
Nursing Officer – 22 Post
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• To
provide high quality nursing care using appropriate nursing process;
• To
assess patient’s condition, plan, implement, document and evaluate;
• Individualized
care using appropriate nursing model and according to the Hospital nursing
policy;
• To
ensure all drugs and other treatments are given to the patients as prescribed
and observe any adverse condition;
• To
maintain a professional friendly atmosphere and create a dignified Environment;
• To
follow hospital policy in respect of custody and administration of all drugs,
with special observation to
DDA drugs;
• To
maintain personal contact with patients, their relatives and visitors to
enhance the patient’s quality of life, dignity and the good standing of the
Hospital;
• To
ensure the safe care and custody of patient’s property in accordance with the
hospital policy;
• To
report any accident/incident, loss or theft to the Senior Nursing Officer and
complete necessary statements promptly;
•To
fill out patient information in the in the book of
MTUHA
• To
maintain health and safety at work by ensuring that infection prevention and
control principles are followed; and
• To
perform any other related duty as assigned by the Supervisor.
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Holder of B.Sc. degree in Nursing
from a recognized Institution who has been registered by the Nursing and
Midwives Council.
Ø Nurse
Anesthesia – 2 Post
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Prepare
operating room: check anesthesia machine, supplies, medicine and gases.
• Perform
pre-operative patient’s visits: explain procedure to patient and check whether
they have any medical condition that could create a problem under anesthesia. •
Observe condition of patient during surgical procedure, including skin color
dilation of pupils and vital signs:
initiate remedial measures to
prevent surgical shock or other conditions as required.
• Helps
wake up patients after the anesthetics.
• Accompany
patient to recovery area and remain until patient immediate condition is
acceptable.
• Perform
post-anesthesia patient visits to rule out any complications secondary to
anesthesia patient visits to rule out any complications secondary to
anesthesia. • Ensure adherence to
standard operating procedure.
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
• Diploma
in Nursing and Certificate of Anesthesia from a recognized institution.
• Must
be registered by the Tanzania Nurses and Midwifery Council
• At
least 18 months working experiences in a reputable health institution.
Assistant Nursing Officer – 50 Post
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To provide safe and professional
nursing services to staff and specified members of their families.
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
• Assist
the Medical Officer in attending to routine and emergency treatment.
• Initiating
requisition for medicines and other medical supplies.
• Supervise
Ward Attendants and other support staff at the dispensary.
• Ensure
that accurate nursing records are maintained in accordance with agreed policy.
• Deliver
quality nursing services to patients and assist subordinate staff to deliver
the same using appropriate nursing process.
• Provide
health education and counseling to patients and staff.
• Assess
patient’s condition, plan, implement, and document and evaluate individualized
care.
• Collect
and analyses health statistics and provide appropriate recommendations. • Visit
patients and provide necessary assistance.
• Maintain
Health and Safety at dispensary by ensuring that infection, prevention and
control principles are followed.
• Perform
other related duties as may be assigned
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
• Ordinary
diploma in Nursing from a recognized University or College with at least upper
second class;
• Must
be registered with the Nurses and Midwives Council of Tanganyika;
Ø Radiographer
II – 5 Post
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
•
To perform patients
radiological examination including x-rays, Ultrasound Scan, CT scan.
•
To keep and maintain
patients waiting for seniors to interpret and give radiological results.
•
To provide technical
advice on radiation in the Unit.
•
To prepare contrast
media and chemicals for radiological examination
•
To process
radiological images
•
To keep and maintain
patient’s records.
•
To inform medical
physics and engineers on machine faults • To perform any other duties as shall be assigned by
superiors.
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Holder of diploma
in one of the following fields: Radiographer or any equivalent qualifications
from any recognized Institution. Must be enrolled in the register of Medical
Radiology and Imaging Professionals as Radiographer.
Radiology Nurse – 2 Post
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provides
direct care to assigned patients
• Independently
performs duties and assumes responsibility for care of assigned Patients.
• Performs
techniques and routines in the specialty service area
• Performs
or assists others to perform proper aseptic techniques, isolation Procedures
and infection control measures.
• Documents
nursing care in all assigned patient records
• Evaluates
care given including the patient response.
• Performs
related duties as required.
• Participates
in the development of the specialist nursing service in Radiology
• Supervises
visiting nurses, students and assistant staff
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
A Board Altranais Registered
General Nurse license in good
Standing
Ø Pharmacy
Technician – 2 Post
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Supports pharmacological services
by stocking, assembling, and distributing medications
Maintains pharmacy inventory by
checking pharmaceutical stock to determine inventory level, anticipating needed
medications and supplies, placing and expediting orders, verifying receipt, and
removing outdated drugs.
Ensures medication availability by
delivering medications to patients and departments
Maintains records by recording and
filing physicians’ orders and prescriptions
Organizes medications for
pharmacist to dispense by reading medication orders and prescriptions, preparing
labels, calculating quantities, and assembling
intravenous solutions and other pharmaceutical therapies Protects patients and
employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocol
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
• High
School diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Previous
experience in a pharmacy, retail, medical, or customer service setting
• Previous
experience as a Pharmacy Technician
• Knowledge
of pharmacy law and medical terminology
• Successful
completion of a pharmacy technician program
• Certified
Pharmacy technician is an asset
Ø Medical
Attendant Ii – 71 Post
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• carrying out general cleaning of wards and its
surroundings.
• Give bed bath to bed ridden patients.
• . Provide and removing bedpans and urinal bottles.
• Feed patients. • Collect
patients’ linen for laundry services.
• Send patients for e-rays.
• Send specimen to laboratories and collecting results.
• Performing any other duties related to his/her work as
assigned by his/her Supervisor.
QUALIFICATION AND
EXPERIENCE
Ordinary Secondary School Education with at least 1 year
certificate in nursing course.
Ø Social
Welfare Officer – 1 Post
QUALIFICATION AND
EXPERIENCE
• Holder
of B.A.(Sociology) Degree or Advanced Diploma of Social Work or its equivalent
qualification from recognized institution• Familiar in coordination with
Partners, Government Departments and CSOs
• A
very good communication and correspondence skills with good spoken Kiswahili
and English,
• Ability
to plan and organize work effectively and deal with multiple tasks
simultaneously,
• Should
have good working knowledge on Microsoft Office Programmers Good team player
Ø Driver – 1
Post
DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES
•To drive properly
all types of motor vehicles
• To
attend minor mechanical faults
• To
undertake routine checks on the vehicle to ensure that is services
• To
ensure that vehicle are in good running condition at all times
• To
use vehicle only on assigned duties and to keep time when on duty
• To
report promptly any detected fault or defect on the motor vehicle
• To
inspect a vehicle before and after the journey to verify their road worthiness
• To
maintain vehicle logbook accurately and timely recorded
• To
ensure that the vehicle assigned is always clean, in good running condition and
is parked in a safe place and
• To
perform any other related duties as may assigned by the supervisor
QUALIFICATION AND
EXPERIENCE
Form IV or VI certificate, a valid driving license class C
or E with Basic Driving Course.
Ø Customer
Services Officer – 3 Post
DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Evaluating all documents to ensure that appropriate
information has been obtained for billing purpose.
• Handling patient’s complaints, referral sources and
administration department inquires.
• Communicate with insurance office for authorization
request, as well as conducting insurance verification and eligibility for service.
• Responsible for coordinating, collecting and imputing all
patient information and new patient set-ups into a customer information system.
• Ensuring customer satisfaction by assisting them with
issues and concern related to their health, making decision as needed off hours
without supervision to ensure uninterrupted providing of services.
• communicate
and coordinate with internal departments.
QUALIFICATION AND
EXPERIENCE
• Diploma,
PR / Marketing degree or equivalent
• Experience
of not less than two years. Experience working in a hospital.
• Numeric,
Oral and written language applications.
QUALIFICATION AND
EXPERIENCE
• Interpersonal
skills
• Communication
skills – verbal – non verbal and written
• Listening
skills
• Critical
& problem solving skills
• Customer
service orientation
• stress
tolerance
• Attention
to detail and accuracy.
Ø Medical Records Technician II – 8 Post DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
•
To receive and document patients’ records at hospital
reception;
•
To store and retrieve medical records documents;
•
To prepare clinics;
•
To edit patients case records;
•
To maintain record safety and confidentiality;
•
To direct patients to relevant clinics;
•
To schedule patients to the consultants and specialty
clinics;
•
To prepare health records and reports; and
•
To perform any other duties related to his/her work as
assigned by his/her superior and any other related authority of the institute.
QUALIFICATION AND
EXPERIENCE
Ordinary Diploma in Health Records or equivalent
qualification from a recognized Institution and must have computer skills
GENERAL
CONDITIONS
Duty Station:
•
Mbeya
•
Applicants must attach an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae
(CV) having reliable contacts; postal address, e-mail and telephone numbers
•
Applicants should apply on the strength of the
information given in this advertisement;
Ø Applicants must
attach their certified copies of the following certificates;
Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma/Certificates;
Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma transcripts;
Form IV and Form VI National
Examination Certificates; Birth certificate.
•
Applicants should indicate three reputable referees
with their reliable contacts;
•
Applicants with
special needs/case (disability) are supposed/advised to indicate; Applying
Instructions
|
Applications should be submitted
electronically through the email: |
kshospitalltd@gmail.com |
with the subject |
line of the Position or
hand delivered to: Hospital Secretary, P. O. BOX 450, Mafiat, Mbeya. Please
note: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview. Closing date
for application is 6th July 2021.
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