Medical Officer
Pcea Kikuyu Hospital
Nairobi | Full Time | Healthcare / Medical
Closing in 6 days from now
Job Summary:
The overall purpose ofthis job is to provide comprehensive, high-quality clinical care by assessing, diagnosing, and managing patientsacross inpatient and outpatient settings, performing minor procedures,delivering preventive and rehabilitative services, and responding effectivelyto emergencies.
KeyResponsibilities:
- Clinical Care and Patient Management
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments by taking detailed histories, performing thorough physical examinations, and ordering or reviewing relevant investigations to ensure accurate diagnosis and formulation of effective, evidence-based treatment plans for both inpatients and outpatients.
- Guide patients through their individualized treatment plans, provide in-depth counselling on adherence and lifestyle modifications, and monitor clinical progress systematically to achieve optimal recovery outcomes and enhance patient satisfaction.
- Perform minor surgical, obstetric, and gynecological procedures safely and effectively in accordance with professional guidelines and institutional protocols, minimizing complications and improving patient care quality.
- Quality Assurance, Documentation, and Clinical Referrals
- Adhere strictly to ethical, legal, and institutional guidelines in all clinical decisions, ensuring that patient rights, confidentiality, and medical regulations are upheld at all times.
- Maintain meticulous and up-to-date patient documentation, including assessments, treatment plans, and follow-ups, to support continuity of care, informed decision-making, and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Initiate timely consultations and referrals upward, downward, or lateral when specialized input is required, ensuring a multidisciplinary approach and holistic management of complex cases.
- Emergency Response and Preventive Care
- Provide both basic and advanced life support interventions during emergencies, acting swiftly to stabilize patients, prevent adverse outcomes, and support critical care teams.
- Deliver comprehensive preventive, promotive, curative, and rehabilitative healthcare services addressing physical, mental, and psychosocial needs, promoting overall patient wellbeing and reducing the risk of complications or recurrent illness.
- Continuous Professional Development.
- Actively participate in, and conduct, Continuous Medical Education CME sessions, workshops, and departmental learning activities to maintain current medical knowledge, strengthen professional competence, and support a culture of learning and knowledge sharing among colleagues.
- Any other responsibilities assigned to the jobholder by the supervisor from time to time.
Qualifications &Competencies:
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery MBChB/MBBS from a recognized university.
- Valid registration and practicing license with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council KMPDC.
- Current Basic Life Support BLS, Advanced Cardiac Life Support ACLS, Advanced Trauma life Support certification
- A minimum of two 2 years post internship experience in a hospital.
- Emergency Care training Certificate or Diploma
- Experience/skills in ICU or HDU settings
- Strong clinical knowledge, diagnostic skills, and ability to handle emergencies.
Desirable Attributes:
- Demonstrated professionalism, empathy, and integrity in patient care.
- Commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure in resource-limited settings.
- Commitment to Christian values and the mission of the hospital.
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