Vacancy title:
Associate Consultant – Radiologist

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Healthcare, Category: Healthcare, Science & Engineering, Civil & Government]

Jobs at:
Uganda Heart Institute (UHI)

Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, November 11 2026

Duty Station:
Kampala | Kampala

Summary
Date Posted: Monday, October 12 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Background

Uganda Heart Institute (UHI) is established by the Uganda Heart Institute Act CAP 258 as an Autonomous Government Entity to undertake and coordinate the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease in Uganda. UHI intends to recruit competent people in various departments, to enhance its human resource capacity and support the effective delivery of specialised cardiovascular services. Applications are therefore invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the under-listed positions.

Job Purpose

To provide specialist radiology services through the interpretation and reporting of diagnostic imaging studies, with a focus on cardiovascular and related conditions, supporting accurate diagnosis, treatment planning, and ongoing management of patients while ensuring high-quality, safe, and timely imaging services.

Duties and Responsibilities

• To assist the Consultant and participate in ensuring efficient management of services in his/her specialty at the Institute.
• Work in conjunction with the Medical Imaging Technologists, Radiographers, Sonographers and other Allied health professionals to ensure efficient running of the imaging services as well as ensuring quality of the diagnostic tests.
• Lead case discussion sessions in the respective units of the Imaging Department.
• Oversee schedule for preventive equipment maintenance.
• Supervise and train Medical Officers, and other Health Professionals under him/her.
• Participate in training programs for all health Professionals under him/her.
• Train and supervise Intern Doctors.
• Participate in continuing Medical Education in his/her area of specialty for Health professional at the Institute and the catchment area of the Institute including outreaches.
• Plan and conduct operational research in his/her specialty.
• Participate in the management of referral system for patients at National level.
• Ensure that discipline and the ethical code of conduct are observed by the staff under him/her.
• Seek technical and professional advice in his/her area of specialty from the supervising consultant or institution.
• Advise on the procurement of equipment, drugs and other logistics required for his/her specialty

Person/ Job Specifications

• MB.Ch.B degree or its equivalent from a recognized University or Institution.
• Master of Science (MSc) in Medicine (Radiology) or its equivalent in the relevant specialty, from a recognized University or Institution.
• Should be registered with the Uganda Medical and Dental Practitioners Council.
• Must possess a valid practicing license.
• Evidence of research will be an added advantage.

Experience

Should have served as a Medical Officer for at least three (3) years

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: postgraduate degree

Job application procedure
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Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the under-listed positions. Eligible persons should address their applications including a cover letter, copies of their academic/professional certificates and transcripts, certificates of registration and valid practicing licenses where applicable, curriculum vitae (CV), O Level Certificates, A level certificates (where applicable), copy of the National Identity Card and evidence of work experience where required, to the

Executive Director, Uganda Heart Institute,
P.O. Box 37392, Kampala.

Applications can also be hand delivered to Uganda Heart Institute Headquarters, Mulago – Kampala. Online applications should be sent on the UHI official recruitment mail. Applications which will be submitted or mailed without complete attachments or any applications which will be sent on any other mail addresses other than one mentioned above, will not be accepted. Applications both physical and online, must be received not later than 5:00 pm on 11th November 2026.

This job advertisement can also be downloaded from the UHI website: www.uhi.go.ug

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