The Uganda Heart Institute (UHI) invites applications from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill various positions across clinical, nursing, research, administration and support services. UHI is an autonomous Government institution established to provide specialised cardiovascular services and to coordinate the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease in Uganda.
The detailed advertisement contains information on the available positions, job descriptions, qualifications, application requirements and submission guidelines.
Applications must be received not later than 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, 11 November 2026.
Applicants are encouraged to carefully read the advertisement before submitting their applications. Applications should be submitted in accordance with the instructions contained in the official advertisement.
IMAGING AND DIAGNOSTICS
Post : Associate Consultant – Radiologist
Salary Scale : UHI 2 MED-1
Number of posts : One (1)
Reports to : Consultant – Radiologist
Directly Supervises : Medical Officers – Radiology
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:
i. To assist the Consultant and participate in ensuring efficient management of services in his/her specialty at the Institute.
ii. 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.
iii. Lead case discussion sessions in the respective units of the Imaging Department.
iv. Oversee schedule for preventive equipment maintenance.
v. Supervise and train Medical Officers, and other Health Professionals under him/her.
vi. Participate in training programs for all health Professionals under him/ her.
vii. Train and supervise Intern Doctors.
viii. 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.
ix. Plan and conduct operational research in his/her specialty.
x. Participate in the management of referral system for patients at National level.
xi. Ensure that discipline and the ethical code of conduct are observed
by the staff under him/her.
xii. Seek technical and professional advice in his/her area of specialty
from the supervising consultant or Institution.
xiii. Advise on the procurement of equipment, drugs and other logistics required for his/her specialty
Person/ Job Specifications
i. MB.Ch.B degree or its equivalent from a recognized University or Institution.
ii. Master of Science (MSc) in Medicine (Radiology) or its equivalent in
the relevant specialty, from a recognized University or Institution.
iii. Should be registered with the Uganda Medical and Dental Practitioners Council.
iv. Must possess a valid practicing license.
v. Evidence of research will be an added advantage.
Experience
Should have served as a Medical Officer for at least three (3) years
How to Apply: Applications may be hand-delivered or emailed to erecruitment@uhi.go.ug.
