Malawi Liverpool Wellcome Trust
Job Description
Introduction
The Malawi – Liverpool – Wellcome – Programme (MLW) is an internationally recognized centre for research and training, funded by the Wellcome Trust in collaboration with our key partners, the Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KuHes), Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) and University of Liverpool (UoL) among others. We are committed to promoting research and training led by Malawian & International scientists, with the aim of improving the health of people in Malawi and elsewhere in the Region.
We are seeking a professional and experienced Clinical Officer to join the Programme’s Clinical Investigations Unit (CIU). The CIU provides infrastructure and clinical expertise for the safe and standardized conduct of clinical and research activities, including endoscopies and lung spirometry. The successful candidate will assist in the safe and ethical conduct of these procedures as well as routine clinical practice at QECH. The Clinical Officer will report to the study Coordinator.
POSITION FUNCTION (PURPOSE): In summary, why does the job exist?
The clinical officer performs advanced endoscopy procedures and routine clinical duties at the Malawi Liverpool Wellcome Programme and Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital.
Responsibilities
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: The major duties and tasks of this job.
- Clinical assessments, history taking, physical examination, spirometry
- Bronchoscopy, gastroscopy and endoscopy procedures
- Collection of blood and other clinical samples as outlined in study protocol
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS: (i.e. Education, Training and Experience Requirements).
D(a) Education: The minimum level of education required to perform all the duties of the job to standard.
- Diploma in Clinical Medicine
D(b) Experience: The minimum number of years of experience required to perform all the duties of the job to standard.
At least ____1___ years’ relevant experience
KEY COMPENTENCIES/ATTRIBUTES AND SKILLS (e.g. IT Skills, Personality, Communication, Teamwork etc.)
- Clinical skills – experienced in basic patient care, vital signs monitoring
- Experience with bronchoscopies – able to perform endoscopy procedures, patient preparation and post-procedure care.
- Good communication skills – able to interact clearly and respectfully with patients and team members.
- Team player – works well with others and supports a positive working environment.
- Basic IT skills – data entry tools, and electronic medical records.
- Attention to detail – careful when recording patient information and handling samples.
Method Of Application
Interested applicants should apply by sending, a cover letter, copies of relevant certificates, detailed CV with 3 traceable referees (including at least 2 professional referees) to the email address: [email protected]. All documents should be submitted in one pdf file with subject line: Clinical officer Application.
MLW recognizes its responsibility in safeguarding and protecting communities, research participants and patients with whom MLW is working. Please note that successful candidates will be requested to undergo a safeguarding check prior to appointment and at regular time points during employment.
ONLY SHORT-LISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.
To apply for this job email your details to vacancies@mlw.mw