Medical Officer-Gastro
- Parklands Hospital
- Contract
- 10, Mar 2025
- Healthcare
Purpose Statement
Our purpose is to enable and maintain health.
Mission
To provide high quality care that exceeds our clients’ expectations.
Job Description
About Avenue Healthcare
Avenue Healthcare is one of the leading private healthcare groups in East Africa running 3 Hospitals, and 17 Medical Centers across Kenya, and a Home care business. With over 25 years in the healthcare industry, Avenue Healthcare runs 300 hospital beds with over 1,000 staff members, and more than 400 specialists and serves over 400,000 patients annually, offering primary, secondary, and tertiary healthcare services.
POSITION: MEDICAL OFFICER-GASTRO
TYPE: CONTRACT
LOCATION: NAIROBI
DEPARTMENT: MEDICAL SERVICES
REPORT TO: IP TEAM LEADER
Main Purpose of the Job- (Job Summary)
The Gastroenterology Medical Officer will support the Interventional Gastroenterologist in clinical duties, including endoscopic procedures, patient care and also in training and research initiatives.
Main Responsibilities
Clinical Duties:
A. Outpatient Clinic:
1.Reviewing patients, in consultation with the attending specialist
2.Providing patient education and counseling on disease management and prevention
3.Managing follow-up care, including scheduling appointments and coordinating referrals
B. Inpatient Wards:
1.Rounding on patients requiring review from the service
2.Ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests
3.Providing discharge summaries and other documentation related to medical care
C. Procedural Support:
1.Assisting the attending specialist during endoscopic procedures, such as upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy, endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), cholangioscopy, endoscopic ultrasound and other advanced endoscopic techniques
2.Pre-procedure patient preparation and post-procedure care
3.Post-procedure documentation for patients
4.Review and interpret diagnostic studies, such as endoscopy reports and imaging studies for the patients
D. Research and Training:
1.Taking the lead/assisting in specific research tasks, as allocated by the attending Specialist
2.Providing administrative support for training programs, such as scheduling, coordinating logistics, and preparing educational materials.
E. Administrative Duties:
1.Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records
2.Assist with billing and coding
3.Participate in quality improvement initiatives
Key Deliverables of this position
1.Clinical Duties: Assisting with endoscopic procedures, patient consultations, and inpatient care
2.Research Support: Participating in research projects and studies
3.Training Support: Assisting with training programs and educational materials
4.Administrative Tasks: Maintaining medical records, billing, and quality improvement
5.Patient Education: Providing clear and concise information to patients about their conditions and treatment plans
Person Specification
1.Experience in a hospital or clinic setting, preferably in gastroenterology, surgery or internal medicine.
2.Excellent surgical skills with a focus on patient safety and optimal outcomes.
3.Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
4.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic clinical environment.
5.Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
6. Updated BLS, ACLS/ATLS certificate
7.A valid Kenya Medical Practitioners’ and Dentists Board License (KMPDB) will be required
