Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) Specialist (On behalf of Benishangul Gumuz Health Bureau)

Under the EU-funded INTEPA project, Medical Teams International (MTI) provides financial support to strengthen the capacity of Assosa General Hospital to deliver quality specialized healthcare services to refugees, internally displaced populations, and vulnerable host communities. Through this initiative, Assosa General Hospital will employ and deploy a qualified ENT Specialist to expand access to specialized diagnosis and treatment, improve the quality of patient care, and reduce avoidable referrals to tertiary hospitals.

Job Summary

The ENT Specialist will provide specialized clinical services for patients with ear, nose, and throat conditions at Assosa General Hospital, contributing to improved access to safe, effective, and patient-centered care.

Employment and Supervision

The successful candidate will be formally employed and deployed by Assosa General Hospital, with financial support provided by MTI through the EU-funded INTEPA project. The specialist will work under the hospital's established administrative and clinical supervision arrangements.

Job Requirements

Education:

• Medical degree (MD or equivalent) from a recognized and accredited university.

• Recognized postgraduate specialization in Otorhinolaryngology (ENT).

• Valid professional registration and current license to practice in Ethiopia.

Experience:

• At least 3 years of relevant post-specialization clinical experience, preferably in a general or referral hospital.

• Demonstrated competence in ENT diagnosis, management, and relevant procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage ENT conditions in accordance with clinical guidelines and professional standards.

• Conduct consultations, examinations, diagnostic assessments, minor procedures, and appropriate surgical interventions.

• Provide emergency ENT care, stabilize patients, and arrange referrals when necessary.

• Collaborate with other specialists and healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.

• Provide clinical mentorship and technical guidance to hospital staff.

• Maintain accurate clinical records and comply with patient safety, infection prevention, confidentiality, and medical ethics standards.

• Promote effective use of available medical equipment, supplies, and medicines.

Skills & Competencies

• Willingness and flexibility to work at Assosa General Hospital.

• Strong clinical decision-making, communication, and teamwork skills.

• Commitment to professional ethics and equitable access to healthcare for vulnerable populations.

How To Apply

Interested and qualified applicants can apply through the following link: THIS LINK