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Orthopaedic Officer job at Uganda Martyrs' Hospital (UMH) Diocese of Jinja
Posted by: great-volunteer
Posted date: 2026-Aug-23
Location: Jinja, Uganda, Jinja
Orthopaedic Officer 2026-08-22T17:32:10+00:00 Uganda Martyrs' Hospital (UMH) Diocese of Jinja https://www.ugashare.com/jsjobsdata/data/default_logo_company/defaultlogo.png https://www.ugashare.com/ FULL_TIME Jinja, Uganda Jinja 00256 Uganda Hospitality, and Tourism Healthcare, Human Resources 2026-09-04T17:00:00+00:00 8 ORTHOPEDIC OFFICER – 1 POSITION Job Purpose The Orthopedic Officer provides assessment and management of patients with musculoskeletal injuries and conditions within their scope of practice. Key Activities and Responsibilities - Assess patients presenting with musculoskeletal injuries and conditions.
- Conduct relevant physical examinations.
- Assist with diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Manage fractures, dislocations, soft tissue injuries, and other conditions within scope of practice.
- Apply casts, splints, braces, and other orthopaedic supports as trained and authorised.
- Assist with wound care and minor orthopaedic procedures.
- Monitor patients' progress and response to treatment.
- Recognise complications and refer appropriately.
- Provide patient education on injury care, rehabilitation, mobility, and follow-up.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation.
- Work with doctors, nurses, physiotherapists, and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
- Maintain orthopaedic equipment and supplies.
- Follow infection prevention and safety procedures.
Qualifications and Experience - Recognised qualification in Orthopaedic Medicine/Orthopaedic Technology or relevant professional training.
- Registration with the appropriate professional regulatory body where applicable.
- Valid practising licence where applicable.
- Relevant clinical experience is desirable.
JOB-6a89dd1a9abdd Vacancy title:
Orthopaedic Officer Jobs at:
Uganda Martyrs' Hospital (UMH) Diocese of Jinja Deadline of this Job:
Friday, September 4 2026 Duty Station:
Jinja, Uganda | Jinja Summary
Date Posted: Saturday, August 22 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed JOB DETAILS:
ORTHOPEDIC OFFICER – 1 POSITION Job Purpose The Orthopedic Officer provides assessment and management of patients with musculoskeletal injuries and conditions within their scope of practice. Key Activities and Responsibilities - Assess patients presenting with musculoskeletal injuries and conditions.
- Conduct relevant physical examinations.
- Assist with diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Manage fractures, dislocations, soft tissue injuries, and other conditions within scope of practice.
- Apply casts, splints, braces, and other orthopaedic supports as trained and authorised.
- Assist with wound care and minor orthopaedic procedures.
- Monitor patients' progress and response to treatment.
- Recognise complications and refer appropriately.
- Provide patient education on injury care, rehabilitation, mobility, and follow-up.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation.
- Work with doctors, nurses, physiotherapists, and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
- Maintain orthopaedic equipment and supplies.
- Follow infection prevention and safety procedures.
Qualifications and Experience - Recognised qualification in Orthopaedic Medicine/Orthopaedic Technology or relevant professional training.
- Registration with the appropriate professional regulatory body where applicable.
- Valid practising licence where applicable.
- Relevant clinical experience is desirable.
Work Hours: 8 Experience in Months: 12 Level of Education: bachelor degree Job application procedure
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Interested and qualified candidates should submit: An application letter, detailed curriculum vitae (C.V) including contact details of 3 professional referees. Send the application physically or via the e-address. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. All successful candidates will undergo reference checks and safeguarding screening in accordance with Diocesan recruitment policies.
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