Medical Officer at CBK

Job Purpose

The Medical Officer will apply medical knowledge and skills to diagnosis, prevention and management of diseases.

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Key Duties and Responsibilities

a) The medical officer will deputise the Chief Medical Officer;
b) Participate in developing and control use of medical budget;
c) Monitor and provide medical care to all patients in the staff clinic;
d) Admit patients to main Hospitals or to other specialized care facilities;
e) Discuss health care options to staff and their families and help patients take responsibility for their own health;
f) Refer outpatients to hospitals, consultants or to other specialized facilities;
g) Take patient notes, examine and document all findings both for legal reference and for the benefit of other medical staff;
h) Give medical education; explain tests and procedures to patients;
i) Liaise with other medical and non-medical staff in the clinic to ensure quality treatment;
j) Organizes and facilitates overseas treatments for patients who require specialized treatment;
k) Advices on procurement of medical equipment, drugs and consumables;
l) Advocating on behalf of patients and making ethical decisions;
m) Maintain confidentiality and impartiality and keep up to date with medical developments, new drugs, treatments and medications, including complimentary medicine;
n) Organize and participate in employee wellness programs;
o) Participate in Occupational Safety and Health and workplace programs;
p) Ensuring customer satisfaction;

Qualifications and Experience

a) Master’s degree in Paediatrics and Child Care;
b) Bachelor’s Degree in Medicine and Surgery;
c) Registered with the Kenya Medical and Dentist Practitioners Board with a current practising licence;
d) Current certificate in Paediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS);
e) At least 2-years post- Master’s degree experience as a medical doctor in a busy health facility;

Competencies

a) Knowledge of health laws and medical legislations;
b) Knowledge of pharmacy policy and legislative requirements;
c) Knowledge of drug supplies and management;
d) Excellent communication, analytical, planning, organizational and interpersonal skills;
e) Ability to think strategically with creative problem solving skills

Apply before January 22nd 2018 here.

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