Are you looking for an opportunity to grow your career while making a meaningful impact in the healthcare and medical education sectors? We are currently seeking highly skilled and motivated professionals to join our team in various roles. If you have a passion for excellence and a commitment to improving lives, we invite you to explore the exciting positions available.
Available Positions
1. Consultant Neurologist
Location: Aga Khan Health Services, Kisumu, Kenya
Closing Date: March 16, 2025
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Description:
As a Consultant Neurologist, you will be responsible for providing high-quality neurological care to patients while supporting the overall mission of Aga Khan Health Services. You will play a crucial role in diagnosing, managing, and treating neurological disorders while collaborating with other healthcare professionals to improve patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Diagnose and manage neurological conditions, including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, and neuromuscular disorders.
- Provide both outpatient and inpatient neurological consultations and follow-ups.
- Perform and interpret diagnostic tests, including EEG, EMG, and nerve conduction studies.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans.
- Participate in continuous medical education, training, and mentorship programs for junior doctors and medical students.
- Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and clinical research to advance neurological care.
- Maintain accurate and timely medical records and reports.
- Provide guidance and support to neurology nursing staff and other allied health professionals.
2. Full-time Faculty Cardiothoracic Surgeon
Location: Medical College, Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: March 9, 2025
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Description:
The Full-time Faculty Cardiothoracic Surgeon will be a key member of the Medical College’s surgical faculty. This role combines clinical responsibilities with academic and research involvement, contributing to the advancement of cardiothoracic surgery education and patient care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform advanced cardiothoracic surgical procedures, including coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), heart valve repair/replacement, and thoracic surgery.
- Conduct patient assessments, pre-operative evaluations, and post-operative follow-ups to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Teach and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows in the field of cardiothoracic surgery.
- Lead and participate in research projects aimed at advancing cardiothoracic surgery and improving patient care.
- Collaborate with other specialists to provide multidisciplinary patient care.
- Participate in continuous medical education programs and contribute to curriculum development.
- Assist in the development and implementation of quality assurance and patient safety initiatives in the department.
3. Focus Group Discussion Moderator (4 Months)
Location: Paediatrics, Medical College, Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: March 7, 2025
Employment Type: Temporary (4 months)
Job Description:
The Focus Group Discussion Moderator will play a critical role in facilitating qualitative research within the Department of Paediatrics. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting focus group discussions to gather insights from diverse participants on pediatric health issues.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, coordinate, and facilitate focus group discussions on various pediatric healthcare topics.
- Develop discussion guides and question frameworks to ensure the collection of relevant and valuable data.
- Engage with participants in a professional and ethical manner, ensuring confidentiality and inclusivity.
- Record and document discussion proceedings accurately, including taking notes and using audio recordings where necessary.
- Analyze qualitative data and provide comprehensive reports with key insights and recommendations.
- Collaborate with research teams to ensure findings contribute to ongoing pediatric health projects.
- Ensure all focus group discussions comply with ethical guidelines and institutional research policies.
4. Media Consultant (4 Months)
Location: Paediatrics, Medical College, Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: March 7, 2025
Employment Type: Temporary (4 months)
Job Description:
The Media Consultant will support the Department of Paediatrics in developing and executing effective communication and media strategies for pediatric health initiatives. This position is ideal for an experienced media professional with a passion for healthcare advocacy and storytelling.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop compelling multimedia content, including videos, infographics, and written stories, to communicate pediatric health messages.
- Work with healthcare professionals and researchers to translate complex medical information into engaging and accessible media formats.
- Plan and manage social media campaigns to enhance visibility and engagement with target audiences.
- Coordinate media outreach efforts, including press releases, interviews, and media partnerships.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of media campaigns, providing recommendations for improvement.
- Ensure adherence to ethical and professional media standards in all communications.
- Support internal communication efforts by creating informative and engaging materials for healthcare providers and stakeholders.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply before the specified closing dates. To submit your application, please send your CV and a cover letter via email to the designated recruitment team.
We look forward to welcoming dedicated professionals who are committed to making a difference in the field of healthcare and medical education!
