The Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) is a comprehensive health and allied sciences higher learning institution with the primary function of training health professionals that are globally competent but locally relevant.

In fulfillment of its vision and as part of its income generating strategy. the University provides services on commercial basis at its Clinics, one of which is situated at Mount Pleasant in Blantyre and the other at Old KCN campus in Lilongwe. These clinics operate as outpatient and Blantyre Clinic has a team of thirty-two specialist doctors in different areas of medicine.

The University is inviting applications from well qualified Malawians to join the Clinic on the following position:  Medical Officer (Lilongwe and Blantyre)

Position Summary
The Medical Officer will be required to mainly undertake clinical responsibilities at the students’ clinic and at the Kamuzu University Private Clinic. They will be expected to conduct themselves in all matters relating to their employment, in accordance with the best practices and relevant ethical and professional standards and guidelines as determined by the Medical Council of Malawi.

The successful candidate will be offered a two-year contract, which is renewable upon satisfactory performance.

Duties and Responsibilities
Among others, the Medical Officer shall perform the following duties and responsibilities:

• Conducting Clinical Assessment of patients and manage them accordingly
• Ensuring the highest standards of patient care for patients/clients at the clinic
• Attending to referred cases from other members of the team
• Mentoring and supervising of other members of the team
• Taking part in drafting annual budgets and work plans in collaboration with other departments for smooth running of the clinic
• Ensuring timely, appropriate and smooth referral of cases for specialists’ attention
• Ensuring that there is proper documentation and detailed notes in medical records
• Writing relevant reports
• Performing any other related duties as assigned by the supervisor

Position Requirements

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) or its equivalent from any recognized institution
• Registered with the Medical Council of Malawi
• At least 1 year post internship work experience
• Flexible to work in a fast growing and changing environment.
• Excellent communication skills
• Able to work during odd hours

Application Procedure
Applicants meeting the requirements indicated above should submit applications including copies of certificates and a detailed CV with names, emails and contacts of 3 traceable professional referees, (one of which must be from the most recent or current employer) to:

The Registrar,
Kamuzu University of Health Sciences,
Blantyre Campus,
Private Bag 360,
Chichiri,
Blantyre 3.
Or
Email:  [email protected]
Applications should be submitted by close of business on 3rd March, 2023. Those submitting via email should indicate the title of the post