JOBS AT MUHIMBILI NATIONAL HOSPITAL , 9 SEP 2015

MUHIMBILI NATIONAL HOSPITAL

VACANCIES ANNOUNCEMENT

1.0. MEDICAL OFFICER II (5 POSITIONS)




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1.1. Reports to: Head of Firm

1.2. Duties and Responsibilities

To perform Medical duties in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Surgery,Anaesthesia Medicine, Paediatrics, Preventive Medicine and Emergencies.

To perform daily ward rounds with specialists on call and prepare patients case notes.

To perform all investigations for patients.

To attend general outpatient clinics.
To prepare all patients for any surgery/procedure.
To carry out post -operative follow ups.
To carry out any other duties as assigned from time to time

1.3. Required Qualifications and Experience

Holder of Doctor of Medicine Degree from any recognized University/institution
Must have successful completed one year Internship programme and registered with the Medical Council of Tanganyika.

Must have maximum of three years work experience in a District or Regional Hospitals.

Must be computer literate.

2.0 PHARMACIST II ( 3 POSITIONS)

2.1 Reports to: Head of Unit

2.2 Duties and Responsibilities

To supervise dispensing of medicine as per doctor’s prescriptions.
To supervise making of extemporaneous preparations (compounding).
To organize preparation of sterile and non-sterile pharmaceuticals.
To provide drug information to both patients and health care personnel.

To provide ward pharmacy services i-e. In-patients prescription monitoring, therapeutic drug monitoring etc.

To supervise, appraise staff and identify development and training needs.
To perform any other duties as assigned by supervisor from time to time.

2.3 Required Qualifications

Holder of Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent qualification who has completed internship

Must have completed a one year internship programme and registered by the Pharmacy Council.

Computer literacy is essential

Masters in Clinical Chemistry will be an added advantage

3.0 NURSING OFFICER II (5 POSITIONS)

3.1 Reports to: Ward/Unit In-charge

3.2 Duties and Responsibilities

To provide care to patients following nursing process
To provide high quality nursing care using appropriate nursing process.

To assess patient’s condition, plan, implement, document, and evaluate individualized Nursing care using appropriate nursing model in accordance with 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 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 patients property in accordance with the hospital policy.

To maintain health and safety at work by ensuring that infection prevention and control principles are followed.

To perform any other duties as assigned by superiors from time to time.

3.3 Required Qualifications

Holder of B.Sc. Degree in Nursing or its equivalent from a recognized institution plus successful completion of Internship.

Must be registered with Tanzania Nurses and Midwives Council.
Must have a valid license to practice.
Must be computer literate

4.0 HEALTH SOCIAL WORKER II (5 POSITIONS)

4.1 Reports to: Head of Social Work

4.2 Duties and Responsibilities

To conduct interviews and give advice to patients (inpatients and outpatients).
To pay home visits to patients with a view of establishing factors relevant to treatment.

Screening all in-patients to identify those with social medical problems and report their cases to senior staff.

Preparing various periodical reports pertaining to patients with social and economical problems that can help the management in decision making.

To carry out major ward rounds to identify and assess the progress of patients.

Collecting data and statistics for exempted patients and other cases that require Institute’s support.

Counseling patients under the supervision of senior staff.

To carry out rehabilitation for mental and physical handicapped and general case work including staff welfare services.

To conduct health education to patients and their families.
To perform any other duty assigned from time to time by supervisor.

4.3 Required Qualifications

Holder of a Degree in Social Work or its equivalent from a recognized Institution.
Possession of appropriate interpersonal skills is a must.

Must be a computer literate

5.0. RADIOGRAPHER II ( 2 POSITIONS)

5.1 Reports to: Head, Radiology Department
5.2 Duties and Responsibilities:

To make sure that the radiation protection in the department is maintained.
To assist Radiographer in-charge on the preparation and administration of contrast agents.

To prepare patients for further procedure.
To assist Radiographer in setting control for correct exposures.
To perform any other duties as may be directed by supervisor.

5.3 Required Qualifications

Holder of three years Diploma in Radiography or equivalent qualification who is registered by the National Radiation Commission.

Must be computer literate

6.0 HEALTH RECORDS TECHNICIAN II (5 POSITIONS)

6.1 Reports to: Head, Medical Records

6.2 Duties and Responsibilities

Organize In and Out Patients Clinics
Ensure clear Management of the Health administrative statistics.
Code and classify diseases and diagnosis report.
Implement proper system of daily collection and reporting of ward returns

Keep and maintain patients numbering system.
Maintain clear Patients Records Management.
Manage and organize data processing.
Handling all customer/patients complains relating to functions
Execute Quality Improvements programmes.
Assists in implementing periodical reporting system.
Ensure clear confidentiality and security of the patient’s information.
Implement means of weeding of Inactive records for new records.
Proper management and care of Institutional Equipment and tools
Plan, supervise and co-ordinate health records works.

6.3 Required Qualifications.

Holder of two years full time Technician certificate (NTA level 5) or 3years in ordinary Diploma (NTA Level 6) in health records and information Management from the Registered Health Records and Information Institutions.

Friendly disposition and good customer care

Computer literacy is required.

7.1 HEALTH RECORDER II (11 POSITIONS)

7.1. Reports to: Head, Medical Records

7.2. Duties and Responsibilities

Routine registration of new and return attendances of outpatients and admission of inpatients.

filing patients case-notes.

Numbering system based on filing system.
Issuing and preparing new files/outpatient cards.
will be responsible for all matters concerning reception of referred patients.
Collection and sorting of Laboratory results into patients files.
Quarter yearly sorting of files into the shelves.
Reviewing, sorting, and filing all discharge and follow-up case-notes into the shelves.

Execute Quality Assurance Programmes

To keep and maintain records and statistics.
Proper handling and care of equipment and tools.
Engage in continuous professional development
Performs any other duties as assigned.

7.3. Required Qualification

Holder of Certificate in Health Records who has successfully completed Form IV with passes in English and Mathematics

Must be computer literate

8.0 OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST II ( 2 POSITIONS)

8.1 Reports to: Head, Psychiatry

8.2 Duties and Responsibilities

To keep and maintain patients records and statistics.
To take care of equipments in the Unit/department and report any malfunctions.

To carry out occupational Therapist duties under supervision.

To maintain records and provide written and verbal reports as required.
To maintain an accurate record of the services provided to patients.
To perform any other duties assigned by superior from time to time.

8.3 Required Qualifications

Holder of three years Diploma in Occupational Therapy or its equivalent with an experience of one year from a recognized institution.

Computer literacy is an added advantage

9.0 HEALTH LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST II (5 POSITIONS)

9.1 Reports to: Head, Diagnostic Laboratories

9.2 Duties and Responsibilities

To prepare re-agents for routine examination of patients.
To carry out diagnostic procedures as advised by Doctors.

To ensure that all laboratory equipment are in working order and report any malfunction to the concerned authorities.

To ensure that the laboratory is kept clean and the glassware is available and clean.

To ensure that all samples for investigations are kept in safe custody.
To maintain a record of the findings of all investigations carried out.
To perform any other duties as may be directed by his/her supervisor.

9.3 Required Qualifications

Holder of three years Diploma in Health/Clinical Medicine/Dental Laboratory Technology with additional training in Specialized Technology fields such as Anaesthesia, Cardiothoracic or vascular Surgery, Cardiology, Nephrology, Endocrinology, Haematology, Gastroenterology, Neurology, Rheumatology, Pulmonology, Dermatology,Urology,Bacteriology,Histopathology,ENT, Ophthalmology or equivalent qualification.with years relevant experience from a recognized Hospital

Must be computer literate

10.0 PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLIES OFFICER II ( 6 POSITIONS)

10.1. Reports to: Head of the Unit
10.2. Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintain Procurement Request Register
Raising enquiries and issuing to Prospective Suppliers for quotations
Maintain register for enquiries and Quotations received.
Evaluations of quotations
Raising of Requisitions for Official Orders and Official Orders
Follow up for approvals of procurement documents
Issuing of Orders to Suppliers and following up for delivery
Maintain Proper Procurement records
Monthly reconciliation on all procurement made.
To perform any other duties as may be assigned.

10.3 Required Qualifications:

Holder of a Degree in Procurement and Supplies or Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supplies from a recognised Institution.

Must be holder of Certified Procurement and Supplies Professional (CPSP) and

registered as authorised professional with a work experience of two years in reputable organisation but Not above 35 years of age..

The candidate should be computer literate, Conversant with PPA 2011 and its regulation of 2013 and knowledgeable in the use of GPSA framework contracts

11.1 INTERNAL AUDITOR II (4 POSITIONS)

11.1.Reports to: Chief Internal Auditor

11.2 Duties and Responsibilities

To review internal controls and submit recommendations to superiors.
To execute audit programmes.

To ensure that internal control systems are adequate to avert perpetration of frauds, misappropriation and embezzlements.

To prepare audit reports based on the audit findings
To review the effectiveness of managerial controls and implementation of systems, policies and practices of the hospital.

To prepare internal audit programmes in accordance with generally accepted audit standards.

To organize and supervise staff carrying out audit on expenditure and revenue transactions.

To carry out any other duties as assigned from time to time.

11.3 Required Qualifications

Holder of a B.Com in Accounting or Bachelor in Business Administration with Accounting option or equivalent qualifications.

Must also be a Holder of CPA (T) or its equivalent, registered with NBAA as Certified Public Accountant.

Must be computer literate

12.0. TECHNICIAN ( ELECTRICAL) - ( 3 POSITIONS)

12.1 Reports : Head of Maintenance

12.2 Duties and Responsibilities

To carry out specified tasks connected with electrical, masonry, carpentry etc.

To assist in the repair and maintenance of laboratory or instrumental workshop facilities.

To carry out, independently, specified routine technical tasks which require a higher degree of technical knowledge and skills.

To perform any other duties as may be assigned by the superior.

12.3 Required Qualifications

Holder of a Full Technician Certificate (FTC) or three years Diploma in relevant field or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a working experience of at least 2 years from a reputable organization.

Must be computer literate

13.0. PHYSIOTHERAPIST II (2 POSITIONS)

13.1. Reports to: Head, Rehabilitative Medicine

13.2. Duties and Responsibilities

To treat patients under supervision of senior staff.

To keep and maintain patients records and statistics.

To take care of equipments in the Unit/department and report any malfunctions.

To perform any other duties assigned by superior from time to time.
13.3 Required Qualifications:

Holder of three years Diploma in Physiotherapy or its equivalent with an experience of one from a recognized institution.

Computer literacy is an added advantage

14.0 BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN II (2 POSITIONS)

14.1 Reports to: Head, Maintenance

14.2 Duties and Responsibilities

Under direct supervision, assist in developing, constructing, repairing, and maintaining basic electro-medical equipment. Specifically:-

To assist higher level technicians in repairing, installing, calibrating, or maintaining a range of general biomedical/ clinical equipment, e.g., replacing components, taking test readings, and wiring circuits in accordance with specific instructions
To perform preventative maintenance and electrical safety testing of equipment

To make minor repairs on medical electronic equipment
To maintain appropriate records of repairs and preventative maintenance
To perform any other duties as may be assigned by the superior.

14.3 Required Qualifications

Holder of a Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Biomedical Engineering or three years Diploma in Biomedical Engineering field from a recognized institution.

Must be computer literate

15.0 PHARMACEUTICAL TECHNICIAN II (2 Posts)

15.1 Reports to: Head of Pharmacy Department

15.2. Duties and responsibilities:

Determine, prepare and ordering drugs and treatment Instrument requirements.

Store and dispense dugs and treatment instruments as per prescription to patients and staff.

Providing information on reactions resulting from the use of medicine.

Prepare report on the use of drugs and treatment instruments in the Institute.

Assist physicians, interns, nurses and patients on medication.

Sort out and listing drugs expiring within three months for the attention of superior.

To perform any other related duties assigned by his/her superior.

15.3. Required Qualifications:

Applicant must be a Holder of diploma in Pharmacy from any recognized Institution. Also must be registered by the National Pharmacy Board of Tanzania.

16.0  SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR II (Network) (1 POSITION)

16.1. Reports to: Head, IT Department
16.2. Duties and responsibilities

Design, install and configure LAN and WAN infrastructure.

Review LAN and WAN architecture.
Test network equipment and devices.
Implement network security plan.
Perform network troubleshooting.
Monitor and maintain active network equipment for optimal network performance.

Develop and implement preventive maintenance plan for the network.
16.3. Required Qualifications:

Holders of BSc degree or Advanced Diploma in Computer Science or Information Technology/Systems from a recognized Institution.

Certification (Cisco) in Network administration is an added advantage

17.1 SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR II (Database) (1 POSITION)

17.1. Reports to : Head, IT Department
17.2. Duties and responsibilities :

To oversees database administration on various platforms for production.
Development, and test environments to include day to day monitoring and maintenance, problem investigation and resolution.

Backup creation and maintenance.
SQL and database optimization and tuning.
Provide leading efforts to research, analyze and recommendations on patches, upgrades, and new technologies surrounding all aspects of data management using relational database.

Plan, coordinate and implement security measures to safeguard information in databases against accidental or unauthorized damage or modification.

17.3 Required Qualifications:

Holders of BSc degree or Advanced Diploma in Computer Science or Information Technology/Systems from a recognized Institution.

Certification in Database administration is an added advantage

18.0: IT SUPPORT TECHNICIAN II (3)

18.1: Duties and responsibilities:

Day to day responsibility and accountability for the Installation, configuration, update and maintenance of the Windows PCs and peripheral equipment (such as printers, scanners, etc.). These responsibilities include the cleaning of computers and alignment of printers, ensuring the legality of software and continuation of services.

Provide technical support to staff and other users in the use of IT services and equipment.

Support all IT Hardware, Software, and Hospital Information System within a very fast-paced and demanding environment.

Provide dedicated first and second level support to users of the computing facility across MNH campus through Telephone and face-to-face.

Assist in the backup of corporate data and systems

Create and update technical documents concerning IT installations of computer hardware and software

Provide Training to end user as directed to training Officer.

Execute Quality Assurance Programmes
To keep and maintain records and statistics.
To assist in planning and conducting research
Carry out data processing
Proper handling and care of equipments and tools.
Engage in continuous professional development
Any other duties as may be assigned

18.2. Required Qualifications:

Diploma or FTC in Computer Engineering or its equivalent from a recognized institution

A+ Certification is an added advantage

Holder of form IV/VI
19.0. ACCOUNTANT II ( 2 POSITIONS)

19.1 Reports to: Head, Accounts Department
19.2 Duties and Responsibilities

Prepares financial statements.
Check accuracy of payment vouchers.

Performs any other duties assigned to him/her by his senior 19.3. Required Qualifications:

Holders of B.COM (Accounting/Business Administration), ADA or its equivalent with CPA (T) or its equivalent with not less than post 3 years of experience,registered by NBAA in the Category of Authorised Accountant.

Must be computer literate.
20.0. ASSISTANT SUPPLIES OFFICER II (4 POSITIONS) 20.1 Reports to: Head of Unit Procurement/Supplies
20.2. Duties and Responsibilities.

Assist in inventory record keeping.

Assist in Inventory management

Assist in arranging stocks with adherence to 5S.

Assist in dispatching goods received notes and invoices to payment section.

Inspection, Receiving and issuing goods.

Assisting in maintaining and updating stock records.

Assisting in ensuring that stores are kept in proper bins, racks and location.

Performing any other duties related to his/her work as assigned by his/her superior.

20.3 Required Qualifications:

Holder of degree in procurement and supply or equivalent from a recognized institution with a work experience of 1 year after graduating and with an age limit of 30yrs.

Must be a computer literate

20.0. ESTATE OFFICER II (1 POSITION)

20.1. Reports to: Head, Environmental Department

20.2. Duties and Responsibilities

Maintenance and cleaning of Centre’s and drainage systems.

Participates in drawing-up short and long term programmes for the general improvement of the landscaping of the Hospital’sgrounds and drainage systems.

Keeps and maintains relevant equipment in good working order.
Performs any other duties he/she may be assigned by his/her senior.
20.3.Required Qualifications:

Degree in Environmental Engineering or Advanced Diploma in Land Management and valuation or its equivalent from a recognized institution.

Must be a computer literate

21.0. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER II -(2 POSITIONS )

21.1. Reports to: Head of Department

21.2. Duties and Responsibilities

Deals with staff welfare matters.

Assists in conducting staff performance appraisal.
Assist in the provision of Administrative services
Prepares manpower planning and training programme.
Deals with interpretation of various circulars on salaries, leave, retirements, etc.
Drafting circulars land papers for submission to various committee.
Processing staff disciplinary cases, matters on staff regulation and procedures, and pensions.

Checking details of analyzing data and be able to prepare reports.

Handling correspondences and documents related to personnel issues.
Implementation of personnel, hospital, students policies and regulations.
Performs any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

21.3. Required Qualifications:

Holder of a University Degree or Advanced Diploma with bias in Public Administration, Transport Management, Industrial relations or Hospital Administration from a recognized institution.
Must be computer literate

22.0. ENGINEER II (Civil (1 POSITION )

22.1. Reports to: Head of Department

22.2 Duties and Responsibilities

Plans day to day activities.

Maintenance of all infrastructure, building, plants and equipment for the Hospital.
Carries out independently, specified routine technical tasks which require a higher degree of technical knowledge and skills.

Implements specified maintenance plans .

Execute Quality Assurance Programmes
Proper handling and care of equipment and working tools
Maintain proper records
Assist in planning and conducting research
Assist in training staff
Engage in continuous professional development
Performs any other duties as may be assigned

22.3.Required Qualification

Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized Institution and registered by the
Board of Engineers.

23.0. ENGINEER II (Biomedical ) -(1 POSITION )

23.1. Reports to: Head of Department

23.2. Duties and Responsibilities

Carry out maintenance of all laboratory and other hospital equipment under minimum supervision;

Plan preventive maintenance to all laboratory and other hospital equipment under minimum supervision.

Be responsible to update inventory and maintenance database according to guidelines.
Be responsible for day to day activities i.e. daily inspection and calibration of hospital equipment.

Be responsible for safe custody of workshop tools.

Be responsible for proper use of materials and spares during corrective maintenance of equipment.

Execute Biomedical Quality Assurance Programmes
Assist in planning and conducting research

Engage in continuous professional development
Performs any other duties as may be assigned.
23.3. Required Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science Degree in Biomedical engineering or in Electronics and Telecommunication with bias in Biomedical Engineering and registered by the Board of Engineers.

24.0. CATERING OFFICER II (2 POSITIONS ) 24.1.Reports to: Head of Department

24.2. Duties and Responsibilities:

To place orders of foodstuffs and other items required in a kitchen.

To liaise with Supplies Department on deliveries of food stuff.
To plan menus.
To maintain cleanliness of the kitchen and equipment plus reporting all the maintenance required.

To ensure proper and safe storage of the goods received.

Timely delivery of food to patients.
Execute Quality Assurance Programmes in Catering
To keep and maintain records and statistics.
Proper handling and care of working tools.
Engage in continuous professional development
Performs any other duties as assigned.
24.3. Required Qualifications:

Holder of Diploma in Hotel and Catering Management or its equivalent from a recognized Institution.

Must be computer literate

Holder of IV/VI of secondary education

25.0. AUDIOMETRIST II -(2 POSITIONS )

25.1. Reports to: Head of Department

25.2. Duties and Responsibilities:

Manage patients under supervision.

Execute Quality Assurance Programmes

To keep and maintain patients records and statistics.

To assist in planning and conducting research

To assist in training staff

To participate in health education programmes

Carry out data processing

Proper handling, care and maintenance of equipments and apparatus.

Engage in continuous professional development

Performs any other duties as assigned.

25.3. Required Qualifications:

Holder of a three years diploma in Audiometry from a recognized institution.

Must be computer literate

26.0. ASSISTANT MEDICAL OFFICER  II - Anesthesia-( 1 POSITION)

26.1. Reports to: Head of Department

26.2. Duties and Responsibilities:

To assist Medical Officers in all aspects of patients cases

To conduct public health education to patients.

Administering preventive medicine.

Attending to women diseases.
Admitting patients to wards.
Makes proper diagnosis of diseases.
Prescribes treatment.
Gives First Aid to patients.
Gives Anaesthesia during operations

Performs any other duties as may be assigned by his/her supervisor.

26.3. Required Qualifications:
Holder of Advanced Diploma in Clinical Medicine from a recognised Medical

institution.and attained a Certificate or Diploma in Anaesthesia from a recognized institution.

Must be computer literate

27.0 HEALTH LABORATORY SCIENTIFIC OFFICER II (5 POSITIONS)

27.1 Reports to: Head, Diagnostic Laboratories

27.2 Duties and Responsibilities

To perform specified technical tasks and monitor activities of subordinates.
To ensure that reagents are prepared in good time.
To carry out laboratory procedures as required.
To prepare teaching materials and aids and participate in training.
To ensure that equipment in the laboratory is in working order by requesting regular servicing.

Execute safety programme in the laboratory.
To participate in communicable diseases surveillance and control.
To ensure proper records of laboratory investigations is maintained.
•  To supervise, appraise staff and identify their development and  training needs.

To perform any other duties as may be directed by supervisor.

27.3 Required Qualifications

Holder of B.Sc. Degree in Health Laboratory Technology or equivalent qualification and registered by the Health Laboratory Practitioners Council

Must be computer literate and exposure in medical records

28.0. SPEECH THERAPIST II -(2 POSITIONS )

28.1. Reports to: Head of Department

28.2. Duties and Responsibilities:

Manage patients under supervision.

Execute Quality Assurance Programmes

To keep and maintain patients records and statistics.

To assist in planning and conducting research

To assist in training staff

To participate in health education programmes

Carry out data processing

Proper handling and care of equipment, apparatus and working tools

Engage in continuous professional development

Performs any other duties as assigned.

28.3. Required Qualifications:

Holder of a degree in Speech Therapy or its equivalent from a recognized Institution.

Must be computer literate

29.0. TELEPHONE OPERATOR II ( 1POSITION)

29.1. Reports to: Head of Department

29.2. Duties and Responsibilities:

Answers calling signals from subscribers within and distant exchanges.

Connects calls within the exchange area and outside and appropriate charges where required.

Makes bookings for international exchange and prepare necessary records and report to his/her supervisor.

Perform any other duties as may be determined from time to time by his/her supervisor.

29.3. Required Qualifications:

Holder of National Form IV/VI certificate with passes in Geography, English and Kiswahili.

30.0. ARTISAN (Plumber) – (4 POSITIONS)

30.1. Reports to: Head of Department

30.2. Duties and Responsibilities:

Performs specified craft jobs under close supervision.

Proper handling, care and ensure maintenance of tools and equipment.

Maintain proper records.
Engage in continuous professional development
Teach others
Performs any other duties as assigned.

30.3. Required Qualifications

Holder of National form IV certificate with Trade Test Grade III Certificate from recognized institution.

Salary: Salary for all positions shall be offered commensurate with the MNH Scheme of Service.

MODE OF APPLICATION

All application letters should be sent by post using the address below and letters delivered by hand shall not be considered.

Employees who are already working with the Government Organizations /Hospitals should apply through their employers and their employment shall be through transfers depending on approval by the Permanent Secretary (Establishment).

Applications accompanied with a detailed CV and copies of certificates, testimonials and names of three referees should be addressed to the Executive Director so as to reach him before 17th September, 2015.

Executive Director,

Muhimbili National Hospital,
P.O BOX 65000,
DAR ES SALAAM.

NB: This advertisement can also be accessed through the Hospital

Website: www.mnh.or.tz


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