6 Clinical Officers and Medical Doctors Vacancies at KCMC

Organization: Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Centre-Duke University Health Research Collaboration
Project: Multimorbidity-associated Emergency Hospital Admissions (MULTILINK Study)
Location: Kilimanjaro, Tanzania

The MULTILINK study is a collaborative research project aimed at improving outcomes for high-risk patients with multimorbidity (e.g., diabetes, hypertension, HIV, chronic kidney disease) in sub-Saharan Africa. Applications are invited for the position of Clinical Officer to join our team.

Position Details

Title: Clinical Officer (6 Positions)
Contract Type: Full-time
Contract Duration: Initial 1-year contract (6-month probation period), renewable
Salary: Attractive

Responsibilities

The Clinical Officer will work in hospital settings (St. Joseph, Kibosho, Machame, Hai, Huruma, or Marangu Hospital) under the supervision of the Study Coordinator. Key responsibilities include:

1. Adhering to study protocols and procedures.
2. Explaining the study to participants, answering questions, and obtaining informed consent.
3. Completing case report forms, questionnaires, and clinical histories.
4. Performing phlebotomy, HIV counseling and testing, and assisting with physical examinations.
5. Coordinating follow-up visits and maintaining communication with participants and healthcare staff.
6. Contributing to protocol improvements and attending training sessions.

Qualifications and Experience

Requirement	Details
Education	Diploma in Clinical Medicine or a degree in Medicine (or equivalent).
Experience	Phlebotomy and HIV Voluntary Counseling and Testing are required. Clinical and/or research experience preferred but not mandatory.
Skills and Attributes	Highly detail-oriented, organized, dependable, with teamwork skills. Comfortable interacting with participants from diverse backgrounds.
Language Proficiency	Fluency in written and verbal English and Kiswahili.

Application Requirements

Applications must include:

• Handwritten and Signed Letter: Explain your interest in the position.
• Resume or CV: Provide an up-to-date overview of your qualifications.
• Reference Letters: Three letters of reference with referee names and contact information.
• Academic Documents: Photocopies of certificates, diplomas, and transcripts.

Submission:

• Send your application in PDF format via email to rosefreddy8@gmail.com.
• Deadline: 01/02/2025.

This position provides an excellent opportunity to contribute to impactful research while gaining valuable experience and training in healthcare improvement.