Physiotherapist at Uganda Heart Institute

Uganda Heart Institute (UHI) is hiring a Physiotherapist to improve patients’ cardiovascular health, functional capacity, and quality of life through tailored exercise programs, rehabilitation, and education.

Salary Scale: UHI 4 MED-2

Reports To: Senior Cardio-respiratory Physiotherapist

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive, safe, and quality physiotherapy services to patients.
• Participate in health promotion activities.
• Evaluate and refer patients for cardio-respiratory physiotherapy services.
• Participate in research activities and health data collection.
• Participate in Continuing Professional Development programmes.
• Adhere to professional code of conduct and ethics.
• Maintain a safe and professional work environment for delivery of cardio-respiratory physiotherapy services.
• Collect and maintain information and records for physiotherapy services.
• Assist in the supervision of undergraduate and diploma students.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physiotherapy or its equivalent from a recognized University/Institution.
• Must be registered with the Allied Health Professionals Council.

Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years working experience as a Physiotherapist.

How to Apply

Applications should include:

• Cover letter
• Copies of academic documents/certificates and transcripts (from O’Level to highest qualification)
• Registration certificates and practicing licenses where applicable
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Evidence of work experience where required

Applications should be addressed to:

The Executive Director
Uganda Heart Institute
P.O. Box 37392
Kampala, Uganda

Applications may also be:

• Hand delivered to Uganda Heart Institute Headquarters, Mulago – Kampala
• Sent online via email to: [email protected]

Note: Public officers employed in Government entities must route their applications through their Responsible Officers for endorsement. Those applying online should scan and attach signed/endorsed applications.

Application Deadline

14th June 2026