Clinical Officer General (6 Positions)

Founded in 1987, AIDS Healthcare Foundation is one of largest specialized provider of HIV/AIDS medical care in the nation. Our mission is to provide cutting edge medicine and advocacy, regardless of ability to pay. Through our healthcare centers, pharmacies, health plan, research and other activities, AHF provides access to the latest HIV treatments for all who need them.

The AIDS healthcare Foundation (AHF) Zambia invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the under listed positions:

Job Title: CLINICAL OFFICER GENERAL (6 Positions)

1.  Chipokota Mayamba Clinic – Ndola

2.  Livingstone University Teaching Hospital – Livingstone

3.  Lubuto Clinic – Ndola

4.  Mapalo Clinic – Ndola

5.  Maramba Clinic – Livingstone

6.  New Masala Clinic – Ndola

Responsibilities:

Provides clinical care to both paediatric and adult clients.
Ensures compliance with productivity standard by coordinating patient scheduling.
Examines diagnoses and treats diseases of infants, children and adults.
Determines need for patient examinations and laboratory investigations and be able to interpret findings and test results.
Advises patients’ concerning diet, hygiene and methods for prevention of disease.
Assists counselors with disclosure of HIV status to paediatric clients.
Refers patients to medical specialists or other practitioners for specialized treatment.
Prepares and reviews case histories and clinical records of infants, children and adults.
Authorizes refills for medications.
Completes patient diagnosis forms.
Attends some of clinic case conferences to discuss difficult patients.
Works with the clinic team to accommodate urgent care/walk-in patients.
Schedules vacation or conference leave time at least one month in advance.
Works with the responsible staff to ensure all reports needed from the sites are processed and sent to AHF Zambia office in a timely manner.
Works with the clinic in-charge to ensure all supplies required for the smoothing running of the clinic are available at all times.
Participate in AHF meetings/committees such as medical staff meetings, general staff meetings and CME activities.

Qualifications and experience:

• Diploma in Clinical Medical Sciences.
• A minimum of 2-3 years’ experience in HIV care and treatment.
• Must be trained in pediatrics and adults HIV Management.
• Must have a sound knowledge in the basic medical disciplines to allow for accurate diagnosis and appropriate management of clinical problems.
• Knowledge of clinical protocols and procedures in the management of HIV related diseases.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

The following requirements and certifications are a must:

• Registered with the Health Professionals Council of Zambia.

Interested candidates meeting the above stated qualifications and attributes are required to submit their applications with the following documents; Curriculum Vitae with Three (3) traceable Referees, Academics and Professional Qualifications, Full Registration with relevant Professional Bodies where applicable.

Applicants should provide valid phone numbers for easy communication. Applications should be clearly marked in the Email Subject line with the position being applied for.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.