CASUALTY OFFICER – EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT/ CASUALTY – Ondangwa Private Hospital 227 views

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting initial patient assessment and triage to prioritize urgent and life-threatening conditions.
• Providing timely stabilization and emergency medical management in accordance with accepted clinical standards and hospital protocols.
• Ensuring continuous patient monitoring, reassessment and appropriate escalation or admission where required.
• Maintaining accurate, comprehensive and legally compliant medical records and documentation.
• Coordinating effectively with nursing staff, specialists and hospital departments to ensure seamless patient care and admissions.
• Leading the development, review and implementation of Casualty protocols and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Developing and implementing a structured 24/7 operational management plan for the Casualty Department.
• Contributing to revenue performance, patient throughput optimisation and cost-benefit management of the Casualty Department.
• Acting as first responder in the activation and execution of the Hospital Emergency Plan and major incident management.
• Promoting patient safety, ethical medical practice and clear communication with patients, families and multidisciplinary teams.

Requirements

• Recognised medical degree (MBChB, MBBS or equivalent qualification).
• Registration with the Health Professions Council of Namibia (HPCNA) as a General Practitioner.
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience in an emergency or casualty care environment.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification (mandatory).
• Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) certification (Added advantage).
• Sound knowledge of emergency medicine protocols and hospital emergency systems.
• Strong clinical decision-making ability under pressure.
• Excellent communication, leadership and interpersonal skills.
• High level of professionalism, ethical conduct and accountability.
• Ability to work shifts and ensure 24/7 casualty coverage as required.

Salary

Commensurate with experience

How to Apply