Islamic Health Association of Malawi (IHAM) is a local Non-Governmental Organization registered with the registrar general, CONGOMA, and NGO Board dedicated in improving the health care services in Malawi in conformity with Islamic teachings to all Malawians irrespective of faith and economic.

IHAM has 22 Health Facilities located in the South and Central Regions of Malawi. IHAM facilities are situated in urban, remote and hard to reach areas.

The objectives of IHAM include:

1. To ensure that the health needs of poor and everyone are addressed
2. To actively promote and support closer partnership among Islamic- related Health services, the Government of Malawi, and other stakeholders so that they speak with one voice.
3. To Strengthen the Capacity of members in the provision of Health care.

In order to achieve the above objectives, IHAM in conjunction with Ministry of Health wishes to fill the following vacant positions to be based in our facilities in Blantyre and Mangochi.

Job Title: CLINICAL TECHNICIAN

Grade: (HK)

Salary: Within the range of Grade HK Salary Segment

Location: Mangochi and Blantyre (Remote areas)

Department: Clinical Services

Reporting to : Chief Clinical Technician

PURPOSE:

The job holder is responsible for undertaking day to day clinical duties and periodic medical examinations. Must have supervisory skills and good analytical skills, he/she must demonstrate the ability to attend to medical duty calls after working hours.

Qualification:
Must have Diploma in Clinical Medicine obtained from recognized Institution. Must be registered with Medical Council of Malawi. Must Have not less than two years of Clinical experience under a busy hospital environment.

Duties:

• Manage various medical and surgical conditions in line with National Treatment Guidelines and Protocols.
• Conduct regular ward rounds and in-patients as necessary
• Conduct regular or scheduled out-patient clinics
• Conduct surgical procedures of generic surgery and gynaecology/obstetrics
• Ensure compliance with minimum standards of clinical services by all staff under him/her including infection prevention guidelines and coordinate the preparation and maintenance of up to date patient medical records.
• Perform routine monitoring of health indicators and using data in planning and management of health services.
• Adhere to standard precautions of infection prevention and control practices
• Any other duties deemed reasonable for the post.

METHOD OF APPLICATION

Applications must include a covering letter explaining your suitability for the position, detailed curriculum vitae (CV) giving details of qualifications and experience, certified copies of relevant certificates, valid mobile phone numbers and names, and addresses of three traceable referees; one of which must be from the recent employer should be sent to the following email address: islamichealthassociation@gmail.com

Closing date for receiving applications is 15th November 2024.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

NOTE: Those who are already employed by Government or Christian Health Association of Malawi (CHAM) or are without medical practising license, need not to apply.

Islamic Health Association of Malawi (IHAM) is an equal opportunities employer, so, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, tribe, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment.

The Organization does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. If you are asked to make a payment at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact ismailaimuran@gmail.com