ORTHOPEDIC TECHNICIAN
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Organisation Overview
The Mukisa Foundation is a non-governmental organisation (NGO) registered as INDP11170507NB, based in Kampala, Uganda. The Foundation enables families with children who have disabilities to provide a nurturing and supportive environment, helping them lead full and purposeful lives. Mukisa Foundation employs a holistic, child-centred 360° model that encompasses:
- Health
- Education
- Family Empowerment
- Capacity Building
- Advocacy and Awareness
Position: Orthopedic Technician
No. of Posts: Two (2)
Location: Kalema Road, Lungujja
Job Summary
The Orthopedic Technician is responsible for designing, fabricating, and fitting custom orthopedic appliances to meet the specific needs of patients.
Eligibility Criteria
Qualifications
Essential:
- Diploma in Orthopedic Technology from a recognised institution.
- Valid registration and annual practising licence with the Allied Health Professionals’ Council.
Experience
- Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in physiotherapy or physical rehabilitation in a hospital, healthcare centre, or busy health practice.
- Experience in inclusion, accessibility of services, and services for persons with disabilities.
- Practical knowledge of managing disabilities/impairments in children.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Fabricate, assemble, and maintain assistive devices.
- Regularly service and ensure proper functionality of patient devices.
- Position, align, and adjust orthopedic devices to ensure proper fit and maximum comfort for patients.
- Modify or customise assistive devices to meet individual patient needs.
- Educate patients on the use, adjustment, care, and adaptation of their devices.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including doctors, rehabilitation therapists, patients, and their families, to prescribe appropriate devices.
- Conduct community outreach to raise awareness about the use and accessibility of assistive devices.
Desirable Skills and Competencies
- Practical knowledge of various disabilities.
- Strong written and oral English communication skills, including report writing.
- Experience and a solid understanding of the disability sector in Uganda.
- Strong interpersonal skills and empathy, particularly when working with vulnerable individuals.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- High level of discretion and professionalism.
- Effective resource management within the department and medical facility.
- Flexibility and adaptability to challenging operating environments.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Agreement
The selected candidate will be required to sign a contractual agreement with Mukisa Foundation.
Application Instructions
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should submit their applications, including:
- A detailed CV demonstrating possession of the job requirements.
- Current position.
- Names and addresses of three referees.
- Copies of professional and academic documents.
- Email address and daytime telephone contact.
Submission Options
- Email: Send applications to careers@mukisafoundation.org.
- Postal or Physical Delivery:
Send or drop applications to:
The Human Resources Manager,
Mukisa Foundation Limited,
Kalema Road, Lungujja,
P.O. BOX 34284, Kampala, Uganda.
Contact Information:
Tel: 0772 353020 / 0705 445565
Deadline for Applications
Applications will be accepted until 7th December 2024.