Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, February 06 2024, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
The mission of DCMC Trust is to provide accessible and sustainable quality health care through a Tanzanian comprehensive health system which encompasses community-based prevention and primary, secondary and selected specialized and super-specialized care.

DCMC Hospital is a Christian Health Ministry owned by the Registered Trustees of Dodoma Christian Medical Center Trust (DCMCT) located at Imagi Hill, Ntyuka Dodoma. Since its establishment it has served thousands of patients as a multispecialty hospital offering quality health care for the people of Central Tanzania and in collaboration with other stake holders and in line with the Government policies.

DCMC Trust is an equal opportunity employer offering stable and professional working environment with competitive remuneration and benefits. DCMC Hospital invites qualified Tanzanians to fill in the following vacant positions:

6. MEDICAL SPECIALIST II (Internal Medicine) – 1 position

6.1. Job Summary
The incumbent will be responsible for conducting physical examinations to make diagnoses, prescribing treatments and counselling patients about lifestyle changes that can lead to health improvements.

6.2. Duties and responsibilities
The primary responsibility is to deliver quality patient care by performing the following duties:
• To attend in and out patients;
• To attend emergency medical duties;
• To carry out specialized investigations of admitted patients;
• To ensure that prescribed instructions are carried out;
• To conduct specialized operations of his specialized field of study;
• To consult with patients to understand their symptoms and health concerns.
• To diagnose and treat acute illnesses, such as bacterial and viral infections, as well as chronic diseases and conditions, such as hypertension, heart disease, or diabetes.
• To prescribe and administer medication, therapy, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury.
• To explain procedures and discuss test results or prescribed treatments with patients.
• To monitor patients' conditions and progress, and re-evaluate treatments, as necessary.
• To provide health and wellness advice to patients, including diet, physical activity, hygiene, and disease prevention.
• To immunize patients against preventable diseases.
• To maintain detailed notes of appointments with patients, including comments, tests, and/or treatments prescribed, and test results.
• To conduct research into the testing and development of new medications, methods of treatment, or procedures to prevent or control illness, disease, or injury.
• To conduct on the job training to the junior staff;
• To carry out service and participating in major ward rounds;
• To supervise medical students and interns in clinical duties;
• To participate fully in morning clinical sessions, patient presentation and journal clubs;
• To participate in research activities;
• To conduct outreach programs; and
• To perform any other related duty assigned by the Supervisor

6.3. Qualification and experience
• Holder of Master of Medicine Degree (M.Med) in internal medicine
• Must be registered with the Medical Council of Tanganyika.
• Must be a holder of a Doctor of Medicine Degree.
• Must have a valid practicing license
• At least two (2) years working experience as a medical doctor
• Two (2) years of working experience as a Medical Specialist in Internal Medicine in a related field in busy and reputable institution.


Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education: Postgraduate Degree

Job application procedure
1. Applicants must attach an up-to-date current Curriculum Vitae (CV) having reliable contact postal address, email address, and reachable telephone numbers.
2. Applicants should apply on the strengths of the information given in this advertisement.
3. The title of the position applied for should be written in the subject of the application letter/email and marked on the envelope
4. Applicants must attach their detailed relevant certified copies of Academic certificates/ transcripts as follows:
▪ Postgraduate Degree, First Degree/Advanced Diploma, Diploma/Certificates.
▪ Form IV and Form VI National Examination Certificates.
▪ Computer Certificates where applicable.
▪ Professional Certificates/Licenses from respective boards where applicable.
▪ One recent passport size picture and copy of birth certificate.
▪ Form IV and Form VI result slips are strictly not accepted. Presentation of forged academic certificates and other information in the CV will necessitate to legal action.
▪ Applicants should indicate three reputable work-related referees with their reliable contacts.
Only shortlisted candidates will be informed the date of the interview

Application Instructions:
Application letters should be POSTED or HAND DELIVERED to the Following address on or before 04.00 p.m. on 15 February 2024 (i.e., Deadline for receiving applications)
Director
DCMC Hospital
Imagi Hill, Ntyuka P O Box 658
Dodoma

Those using e-mail should submit their applications to jobs@dcmct.or.tz 


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