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Director at University of Cape Coast


March 14th, 2023 at 12:54 am

Director at University of Cape Coast

The University of Cape Coast invites applications from suitably qualified applicants for the post of Director, University Health Services, which will become vacant on 1st August, 2023.

The Director of Health Services is the Clinical and Administrative head of the Directorate of University Health Services. He/She is responsible to the Vice Chancellor through the Registrar.

Qualification/Experience

Candidates seeking appointment to this position must:

  • possess a postgraduate degree from a recognized university
  • have a minimum of ten years post-qualification experience as a licensed physician, surgeon, dentist, or pharmacist.
  • The ability to demonstrate an adequate working knowledge of the University system will be an added advantage.

Duties/Responsibilities

The Director of Health Services shall be responsible for the provision of preventive, curative, environmental and public health services at the University. His/Her duties include, but are not limited to:

  • providing primary health care to staff, students, and members of the University community
  • serving as the clinical liaison between Health Services staff and the University community, ensuring the communication of up-to-date medical information to appropriate parties.
  • organizing preventive services, including medical examinations and vaccine requirements for students and staff.
  • ensuring quality services by implementing appropriate scheduling systems, management of client health records, client retention and referral
  • anticipating and identifying problems that affect client care, and utilizing appropriate problem-solving processes to correct and/or prevent problems.
  • working with staff in developing and implementing a comprehensive client education program including health fairs, new programs, and disease management efforts.
  • working with management to initiate and review programs and practices that are developmentally appropriate and that promote the overall health and wellness of the University community.
  • maintaining professional growth and development of all staff of the Directorate through participation in relevant continuing education activities and providing guidance and support to the Health Services team.
  • maintaining professional relationships with local healthcare organizations and professionals to ensure access to necessary referral and consultative services.
  • participating in the hiring process and orientation of new members of the health care team.
  • reviewing productivity and quality reports and meeting with health care teams to review individual and group productivity as well as device and implement corrective action strategies when necessary.
  • developing and evaluating all protocols for patient care in conjunction with Health Services personnel.
  • leading in the development and implementation of short and long-range plans to ensure the continued provision of appropriate and high-quality services to students, staff and the University community.
  • ensuring that departments within the Directorate of Health Services meet operational goals including quality, productivity, and user benchmarks.
  • assisting in the development of the department’s budget and identifying and correcting variances from budgeted goals.
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Location: Cape Coast

How to Apply for Director at University of Cape Coast

Applicants must show that they are committed to: (a) equity, diversity, inclusion, and promoting a respectful and collegial learning and working environment; and (b) advancing research and scholarship, as well as being willing to learn new ways to teach and do research.

For inquiries, Email: history@ucc.edu.gh

Download an Application Form from the University of Cape Coast website at www.ucc.edu.gh/forms if you are interested.

Completed application forms, a detailed CV or resume, photocopies of relevant certificates, and the names of three people who know the applicant’s academic or professional skills should be sent to:

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The Registrar
University of Cape Coast
PMB
Cape Coast
Ghana

Closing Date: March 31, 2023

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