7 Vacancies in KNH, Nairobi, Kenya

Medical Specialist II, Internal Medicine (Haemotolgy-Oncology)

Job Group K4 (1 Post)
The Hospital Management invites applications from qualified candidates for the
following position:
Job purpose
The Medical Specialist II (Haematology) will be responsible to the Chief Medical Specialist/Head of Department and will be expected to take full responsibility for patients under his/her care.

Responsibilities

·         Performing clinical procedures and making decisions on patients’ management in the area of specialization.
·         Conducting regular Ward Rounds.
·         Responding to consultations from other clinical specialties.
·         Conducting specialist out-patient clinics.
·         Participating in assessment of patients as may be required by the Hospital Management.
·         Participating in research, teaching and supervising the performance of both medical and non-medical staff as well as post-graduate students.
·         Participating in preparation of annual budgets for the department.
·         Participating in Administrative activities of the department.
·         Participating in delivery of hospital strategic plan and performance contract.

Qualifications

·         Masters Degree in Medicine (Internal Medicine) from the University of Nairobi or any other recognized University.
·         Sub-specialization in Haemoto-oncology or proven interest in Haematology.
·         Specialist Recognition in Internal Medicine by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board (KMPDB).
·         Evidence of research and at least two (2) professional publications in reputable local or international journals on particular scientific findings/practices in the relevant field.
How to Apply

Medical Specialist II Dermatology
Job Group K4:
Job purpose
The Medical Specialist II will be responsible to the Chief Medical Specialist/Head of Department and will be expected to take full responsibility for patients under his/her care.

Responsibilities

·         Performing clinical procedures and making decisions on patients’ management in the area of specialization.
·         Conducting regular Ward Rounds.
·         Responding to consultations from other clinical specialties.
·         Conducting specialist out-patient clinics.
·         Participating in assessment of patients as may be required by the Hospital Management.
·         Participating in research, teaching and supervising the performance of both medical and non-medical staff as well as post-graduate students.
·         Participating in preparation of annual budgets for the department.
·         Participating in Administrative activities of the department.
·         Participating in delivery of hospital strategic plan and performance contract.

Qualifications

·         Masters Degree in Medicine (Mmed) or Surgery from the University of Nairobi or any other recognized University.
·         Sub-specialization in dermatology or proven interest in dermatology.
·         Proven experience of not less than one (1) year at the level of Medical Specialist.
·         Specialist Recognition and retention Certificate from the Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board of Kenya.
·         Evidence of research and at least two (2) professional publications in reputable local or international journals on particular scientific findings/practices in the relevant field
How to Apply

Deputy Quality Assurance Manager
Job Group K5
Job Purpose
Reporting to the Quality Assurance Manager, the Deputy Quality Assurance Manager will be responsible for the implementation of quality assurance programmes and ensuring that quality systems are maintained in accordance with the ISO 9001:2015 Standards.

Responsibilities

·         Planning and organizing programmes to ensure delivery of quality services in the Hospital.

·         Participating in preparation of annual budget for the department and ensuring proper utilization of allocated funds.
·         Preparing reports on quality related matters and activities in the Hospital.
·         Participating in quality assurance research activities.
·         Assisting in the development, implementation plus verification effectiveness of quality systems affecting all aspects of Hospital operations.
·         Reviewing &analyzing data, in order to recognize trends as well as opportunities for improvement/corrective action, by using process capability other statistical or quality tools.
·         Effective supervision, training and development of staff.

Qualifications

·         Masters Degree in any following: Public Health; Health management; primary qualification in Medicine; Nursing; Medical Sciences or any other health related field.
·         Proven experience of at least three (3) years at the level of Assistant Manager or above in a large organization, preferably quality management.
·         At least one (1) year experience as lead Auditor of quality/environmental management systems.
·         Degree or post graduate qualification in Quality management will be an added advantage.
·         A certificate in ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditors course will be an added advantage.
·         Proficiency in Computer and statistical analysis packages.
How to Apply

Deputy Chief Registered Clinical Officer (Ophthalmology)
Job Group K5
Job Purpose
Reporting to the Head of Department, Ophthalmology, the Deputy Chief Registered clinical Officer will be responsible for the management and rendering of specialized clinical services in the Hospital.

Responsibilities

·         Receiving, examining and scanning patients in the filter clinics, treating or referring them to respective specialist.
·         Undertaking/assisting in clinical work in the wards, clinics or theatres as may be directed.
·         Organizing and participating in supervising, training and counselling of staff working under him/her as well as supervising clinical students.
·         Undertaking research, teaching and conducting examinations.

Qualification

·         Bachelor of Science in Clinical Medicine.
·         Higher Diploma in Ophthalmology.
·         Served for at least three (3) years in the grade of Assistant Chief Clinical Officer.
·         Wide experience in the management of clinical (Ophthalmology) services.
·         Registration with Kenya Clinical Officers.
How to Apply

Quality Assurance Coordinator
Job Group K7
(3 Posts)
Job Purpose
Reporting to the Deputy Quality Assurance Coordinator, the Quality Assurance Coordinator will be responsible for the implementation of quality assurance programmes and ensuring that quality systems are maintained in accordance with the ISO 9001:2015 Standards.

Responsibilities

·         Coordinating quality systems in the assigned departments.
·         Educating departmental quality assurance committee members.
·         Supervising departmental quality assurance facilitators in quality systems activities.
·         Facilitating in training of personnel on quality systems
·         Participating in quality systems audits.
·         Participating in research in the departments.

Qualifications

·         Bachelor’s degree in any of the following: Research Methods, Health Management, Quality Management or any other Health related field.
·         At least three (3) years’ experience as lead Auditor of quality/environmental management systems.
·         A certificate in ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditors course will be an added advantage.
·         Certificate in computer operations from a recognized institution.
·         Prove of being a member of a Quality Management System Committee in a Hospital Set up would be an added advantage.
How to Apply
“Kenyatta National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and qualified candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply”.
Please visit our website www.knh.or.ke for full profile of all the advertised positions and the Hospital application form and also the link to apply online.
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and must present the following documents during the interview:-
A certificate of good conduct from the National Police Service
1.  EACC Clearance
2.  Credit Reference Bureau Clearance
3.  HELB Compliance
4.  KRA Tax Compliance