Korle Bu Teaching Hospital (KBTH) is Ghana’s premier national referral and teaching hospital, serving as the country’s leading tertiary and quaternary healthcare institution since 1923. Located in Accra, the hospital has played a pivotal role in healthcare delivery, medical education, research, and innovation for over a century.

As the largest referral hospital in Ghana, KBTH provides specialized and sub-specialized healthcare services to patients from across the country and the wider West African sub-region. The hospital is also a renowned centre for training doctors, nurses, pharmacists, allied health professionals, and medical researchers. Its commitment to excellence has made it one of Africa’s most respected healthcare institutions.

Our Story

Founded in 1923, Korle Bu Teaching Hospital has evolved from a colonial-era hospital into Ghana’s foremost healthcare institution. Since becoming a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Ghana Medical School in 1962, KBTH has trained generations of healthcare professionals who serve throughout Ghana and beyond.

Today, the hospital stands as a symbol of healthcare excellence, medical innovation, and academic leadership in West Africa.

Mission

To provide exceptional tertiary and quaternary healthcare services, advance medical education, promote research, and improve health outcomes through excellence, innovation, and compassionate care.

Vision

To be the leading healthcare institution in Africa, recognized for excellence in patient care, education, research, and innovation.

Why Work at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital?

Working at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital provides professionals with the opportunity to contribute to healthcare excellence while advancing their careers within one of Africa’s most respected medical institutions.

Benefits of Working With KBTH

• Opportunity to work in Ghana’s premier teaching hospital
• Continuous professional development and training
• Exposure to advanced medical technologies and specialized care
• Research and academic opportunities
• Collaborative multidisciplinary work environment
• Career progression and leadership opportunities
• Contribution to national healthcare development
• Access to world-class medical expertise and mentorship

Centres of Excellence

Korle Bu Teaching Hospital is home to nationally recognized Centres of Excellence, including:

• National Cardiothoracic Centre
• National Reconstructive Plastic Surgery and Burns Centre
• Urology and Nephrology Centre of Excellence
• National Radiotherapy Oncology and Nuclear Medicine Centre

These centres attract patients from across Ghana and neighboring countries for specialized treatment.

Departments and Services

KBTH offers comprehensive healthcare services through its specialist departments, including:

• Accident & Emergency Centre
• Child Health
• Medicine & Therapeutics
• Surgery
• Obstetrics & Gynaecology
• Anaesthesia
• Radiology
• Psychiatry
• Dental & Oral Maxillofacial Surgery
• Central Laboratory Services
• Ophthalmology Services
• Cardiothoracic Services
• Oncology and Nuclear Medicine

The hospital operates numerous specialist units that support patient care, research, and medical education.

Learning, Training & Research

Korle Bu Teaching Hospital serves as a major hub for:

• Undergraduate medical education
• Postgraduate residency training
• Nursing education
• Pharmacy training
• Allied health professional development
• Clinical research
• International medical collaborations

The hospital has contributed significantly to medical discoveries and healthcare advancement in Ghana and across Africa.

Our Culture

Patient-Centred Care

Every decision is guided by the commitment to providing safe, compassionate, and high-quality healthcare.

Excellence

We pursue the highest standards in healthcare delivery, education, and research.

Innovation

We embrace medical advancements and technology to improve patient outcomes.

Teamwork

We foster collaboration among healthcare professionals, educators, researchers, and support staff.

Integrity

We uphold professionalism, accountability, and ethical conduct in all our activities.

Career Opportunities

Korle Bu Teaching Hospital regularly recruits professionals in areas such as:

Clinical Services

• Medical Officers
• Specialist Physicians
• Surgeons
• Resident Doctors
• Consultants
• Dentists

Nursing & Midwifery

• Registered Nurses
• Midwives
• Nurse Specialists
• Nurse Educators

Allied Health

• Physiotherapists
• Medical Laboratory Scientists
• Radiographers
• Pharmacists
• Nutritionists
• Occupational Therapists

Administrative & Corporate Services

• Human Resources Officers
• Accountants
• Procurement Officers
• IT Professionals
• Communications Specialists
• Administrators

Research & Academia

• Research Scientists
• Clinical Researchers
• Lecturers
• Academic Coordinators

Available job vacancies at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital (KBTH) are published on GhanaCareers.com. Job seekers are encouraged to check back regularly for new openings.

Company Information

Organization Name: Korle Bu Teaching Hospital (KBTH)
Industry: Healthcare & Medical Services
Organization Type: Public Teaching Hospital
Established: 1923
Headquarters: Guggisberg Avenue, Korle Bu, Accra, Ghana
Website: https://kbth.gov.gh
Email Address: info@kbth.gov.gh
Telephone: +233 (0)302 739510 / +233 (0)244 406700