PCEA Kikuyu Hospital is a mission-based healthcare institution that provides comprehensive and affordable medical services to a wide population. The hospital operates with a commitment to quality care, professionalism, ethical standards, and service delivery that meets both medical and social needs. Through continuous service provision, the institution supports community health by offering specialized and general medical services within a structured clinical and administrative environment.
As part of its ongoing operations and service delivery requirements, PCEA Kikuyu Hospital is seeking to engage qualified and competent professionals to fill the positions outlined below. These opportunities are intended for individuals who can effectively contribute to patient care, clinical accuracy, and multidisciplinary collaboration within a hospital setting. The vacancies are suitable for placement on a third-party job board and are open to interested applicants who meet the role expectations as described.
All applicants are expected to carefully review the job descriptions to understand the responsibilities associated with each role. Only the duties and expectations provided in this advert apply. This announcement is intended to provide sufficient detail to enable prospective candidates to make informed decisions regarding their applications.
Available Positions
- Medical Laboratory Technologist
Application Deadline: 7th January 2026 - Medical Officer
Application Deadline: 7th January 2026
Each position is detailed below with a comprehensive job description to ensure clarity on scope, responsibilities, and operational expectations.
Position One: Medical Laboratory Technologist
Job Overview
The Medical Laboratory Technologist position is responsible for supporting clinical diagnosis and patient management through accurate laboratory testing and reporting. The role is central to healthcare delivery, as laboratory findings inform medical decisions, treatment plans, and disease monitoring. The position requires close coordination with clinicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure timely and reliable laboratory services.
The Medical Laboratory Technologist will operate within established laboratory protocols and quality assurance standards while maintaining a high level of accuracy, confidentiality, and ethical conduct. The role involves both technical laboratory work and administrative responsibilities related to documentation, equipment handling, and sample management.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The Medical Laboratory Technologist will be responsible for receiving, preparing, and analyzing various biological samples, including blood, urine, stool, tissue, and other specimens, in accordance with laboratory procedures. This includes ensuring correct labeling, proper handling, and adherence to safety standards to prevent contamination or diagnostic errors.
The role involves conducting routine and specialized laboratory tests using manual and automated techniques. These tests may include hematology, clinical chemistry, microbiology, immunology, serology, and other diagnostic investigations as required by clinical departments.
Accurate recording, interpretation, and reporting of laboratory results form a core part of this position. The technologist is expected to ensure that results are validated before release and communicated within appropriate timelines to support patient care and clinical decision-making.
Quality control activities are a key component of the role. The Medical Laboratory Technologist will be required to perform routine quality checks, calibrate laboratory equipment, and participate in internal and external quality assurance programs. Any deviations or inconsistencies must be identified, documented, and addressed in line with established procedures.
The position also involves maintaining laboratory equipment and ensuring that instruments are functioning correctly. This includes routine cleaning, minor troubleshooting, and reporting technical faults to the relevant departments for repair or replacement.
In addition to technical duties, the Medical Laboratory Technologist will be responsible for maintaining laboratory records, inventory management, and reagent stock control. This includes monitoring reagent usage, ensuring proper storage conditions, and preventing wastage or stock-outs.
The role requires adherence to infection prevention and control guidelines. This includes proper use of personal protective equipment, safe disposal of biohazardous waste, and compliance with occupational health and safety standards within the laboratory environment.
The Medical Laboratory Technologist will also collaborate with other healthcare professionals by providing technical guidance on laboratory-related matters, supporting clinical audits, and participating in departmental meetings or training sessions as required.
Ethical conduct and confidentiality are essential aspects of this position. The technologist must ensure that patient information and laboratory data are handled with discretion and in compliance with institutional policies and applicable regulations.
Position Two: Medical Officer
Job Overview
The Medical Officer position is a clinical role responsible for providing comprehensive medical care to patients across various service areas within the hospital. The role involves patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management in both outpatient and inpatient settings. The Medical Officer works as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team to deliver safe, effective, and patient-centered care.
This position requires a high level of clinical judgment, professional integrity, and the ability to work under pressure in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Medical Officer is expected to follow established clinical guidelines while adapting care plans to meet individual patient needs.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The Medical Officer will be responsible for conducting thorough patient assessments, including history taking, physical examinations, and evaluation of diagnostic findings. Based on these assessments, the officer will formulate appropriate diagnoses and develop treatment plans aligned with clinical standards.
Provision of direct patient care is central to this role. This includes prescribing medication, performing minor procedures, monitoring patient progress, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. The Medical Officer will ensure that care is delivered in a timely and compassionate manner.
The role involves managing both acute and chronic medical conditions. The Medical Officer will be expected to provide follow-up care, monitor treatment outcomes, and coordinate referrals to specialists or other departments when required.
Documentation is a critical responsibility of this position. The Medical Officer must ensure that patient records are accurately completed, updated, and maintained in accordance with hospital policies. This includes clinical notes, treatment plans, discharge summaries, and referral documentation.
The Medical Officer will participate in ward rounds, case discussions, and clinical meetings. Collaboration with nurses, laboratory personnel, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals is essential to ensure coordinated and effective patient care.
The role also involves responding to medical emergencies and providing urgent care as required. This includes initial stabilization, decision-making under pressure, and coordination with emergency and support services within the hospital.
Patient education and communication are important aspects of the Medical Officer’s responsibilities. This includes explaining diagnoses, treatment options, and care plans to patients and their families in a clear and respectful manner.
The Medical Officer is expected to adhere to ethical and professional standards at all times. This includes respecting patient rights, maintaining confidentiality, and practicing within the scope of institutional policies and clinical guidelines.
In addition, the role may involve participation in quality improvement initiatives, clinical audits, and continuous professional development activities as part of the hospital’s commitment to maintaining high standards of care.
General Information for Applicants
These positions are open to individuals who are able to meet the role expectations as described in the job descriptions above. Applicants are encouraged to review the responsibilities carefully to ensure alignment with their professional experience and career objectives.
PCEA Kikuyu Hospital provides equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnic origin, national origin, political belief, sex, marital status, age, or social background. All applications are evaluated based on role requirements and institutional needs.
The hospital environment emphasizes professionalism, teamwork, accountability, and service delivery. Successful candidates will be expected to integrate into existing clinical and operational structures while upholding institutional values and standards.
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit their applications through the designated application platform before the stated deadline of 7th January 2026. Applications received after the deadline may not be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates may be contacted for further assessment or interviews.
