Kenyatta National Hospital
Vacancies
Vacancies
The Hospital Management invites
applications from qualified candidates for the following position:
Medical Specialist II, Internal Medicine
(Haemotolgy – Oncology)
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Job Group K4
(1 Post)
Duties and Responsibilities
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Performing clinical procedures and
making decisions on patients’ management in the area of specialization.
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Conducting regular Ward Rounds.
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Responding to consultations from
other clinical specialties.
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Conducting specialist out-patient
clinics.
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Participating in assessment of
patients as may be required by the Hospital Management.
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Participating in research, teaching
and supervising the performance of both medical and non-medical staff as well
as post-graduate students.
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Participating in preparation of
annual budgets for the department.
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Participating in Administrative
activities of the department.
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Participating in delivery of hospital
strategic plan and performance contract.
Qualifications and Experience
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Masters Degree in Medicine (Internal
Medicine) from the University of Nairobi or any other recognized University.
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Sub-specialization in
Haemoto-oncology or proven interest in Haematology.
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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.
Medical Specialist II – Dermatology
Job Group K4
1 Post
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.
Duties and Responsibilities
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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 and Experience
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Masters Degree in Medicine (Mmed) or
Surgery from the University of Nairobi or any other recognized University.
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Sub-specialization in dermatology or
proven interest in dermatology.
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Proven experience of not less than
one (1) year at the level of Medical Specialist.
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Specialist Recognition and retention
Certificate from the Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board of Kenya.
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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.
Deputy Quality Assurance Manager
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Job Group K5
(1 Post)
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.
Duties and Responsibilities
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Planning and organizing programmes to
ensure delivery of quality services in the Hospital.
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Participating in preparation of
annual budget for the department and ensuring proper utilization of allocated
funds.
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Preparing reports on quality related
matters and activities in the Hospital.
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Participating in quality assurance
research activities.
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Assisting in the development,
implementation plus verification effectiveness of quality systems affecting all
aspects of Hospital operations.
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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.
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Effective supervision, training and
development of staff.
Qualifications and Experience
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Masters Degree in any following:
Public Health; Health management; primary qualification in Medicine; Nursing;
Medical Sciences or any other health related field.
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Proven experience of at least three
(3) years at the level of Assistant Manager or above in a large organization,
preferably quality management.
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At least one (1) year experience as
lead Auditor of quality/environmental management systems.
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Degree or post graduate qualification
in Quality management will be an added advantage.
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A certificate in ISO 9001:2015 Lead
Auditors course will be an added advantage.
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Proficiency in Computer and
statistical analysis packages.
Deputy Chief Registered Clinical Officer (Ophthalmology)
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Job Group K5
(1 Post)
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.
Duties and Responsibilities
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Receiving, examining and scanning
patients in the filter clinics, treating or referring them to respective
specialist.
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Undertaking/assisting in clinical
work in the wards, clinics or theatres as may be directed.
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Organizing and participating in
supervising, training and counselling of staff working under him/her as well as
supervising clinical students.
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Undertaking research, teaching and
conducting examinations.
Qualification and Experience
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Bachelor of Science in Clinical
Medicine.
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Higher Diploma in Ophthalmology.
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Served for at least three (3) years
in the grade of Assistant Chief Clinical Officer.
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Wide experience in the management of
clinical (Ophthalmology) services.
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Registration with Kenya Clinical
Officers.
Quality Assurance Coordinator
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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.
Duties and Responsibilities
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Coordinating quality systems in the
assigned departments.
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Educating departmental quality
assurance committee members.
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Supervising departmental quality
assurance facilitators in quality systems activities.
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Facilitating in training of personnel
on quality systems
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Participating in quality systems
audits.
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Participating in research in the
departments.
Qualifications and Experience
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Bachelor’s degree in any of the
following: Research Methods, Health Management, Quality Management or any other
Health related field.
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At least three (3) years’ experience
as lead Auditor of quality/environmental management systems.
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A certificate in ISO 9001:2015 Lead
Auditors course will be an added advantage.
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Certificate in computer operations
from a recognized institution.
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Prove of being a member of a Quality
Management System Committee in a Hospital Set up would be an added advantage.
Radiation Safety Officer II
Job Group K8
(1 Post)
Job Purpose: The
Radiation Safety Officer II (RSO-II) will be responsible to the Chief Radiation
Safety Officer in the hospital for making the hospital’s radiation facility
safe, cost effective and of quality service to patients and employees.
Duties and Responsibilities
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Carrying out radiation safety
assessment within radiation facilities of the hospital and ensure are safe for
patients, staff and members of the public for operations.
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Monitoring and keeping record for
hospital employees’ occupational exposure to radiation while working in
radiation facilities.
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Keeping a register for all
irradiating and related QA devices for the hospital.
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Ensuring guidelines for QA/QC tests
for radiation devices and practices are available and implemented.
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Responsible for the coordination of
radiological emergencies and offering technical advices with regards to the
selection, procurement and importation of radiation devices and materials.
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Coordinating compliance to Radiation
Protection Act and its subsidiary regulations and liaising between the
Radiation Protection Board and the hospital.
Qualification and Experiences
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Bachelor of Science Degree in
Physics, Physical Services with bias in atomic and nuclear physics or equivalent
qualification from a recognized institution.
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Experience in the role of medical
physicist and radiation safety in the hospital will be an added advantage.
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Certificate in computer operations
from a recognized institution.
Nursing Officer III/I
Job Group K10/8
(11 Posts)
Job Purpose: The
Nursing Officer III/I will be responsible to the Assistant Chief Nurse
(In-charge) for planning of nursing care of patients.
Duties and Responsibilities
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Assessing, planning, implementing
nursing interventions and evaluating patient’s outcomes.
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Providing health education and
counselling to patients/clients.
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Referring patients and clients
appropriately.
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Facilitating patients’ admission and
initiating discharge plans.
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Maintaining records on
patients/clients health condition and care.
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Ensuring a tidy and safe clinical
environment
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Collecting and compiling data.
Qualifications and Experience
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Diploma in Kenya Registered
Nursing/Midwifery (KRN/M) or Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing (KRCHN)
OR Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN).
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Registered with the Nursing Council
of Kenya.
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Valid Practising License from Nursing
Council of Kenya.
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Certificate in computer operations
from a recognized institution.
Public Health Officer I
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Job Group K8
1 Post
Job Purpose: The
Public Health Officer I, will be responsible to the Senior Public Health
Officer for implementation of sanitation and hygiene standards in the Hospital.
Duties and Responsibilities
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Inspection for preventive maintenance
in the Hospital, hospital sanitation, healthcare and waste management.
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Implementing sanitation and hygiene
standards in the Hospital.
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Mobilising, sensitizing and advising
Hospital peripheral communities on matters related to environmental health.
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Identifying environmental health
issues.
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Implementing vector, vermin and
rodent control measures.
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Implementing integrated mosquito
control strategies.
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Participating in research, teaching
and supervising the performance of both medical and non-medical staff as well
as students.
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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.
·
Supervision of staff under him/her
Qualifications and Experience
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Bachelors degree in either
Environmental Health Science or Public Health Inspection from a recognized
institution.
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At least three (3) years progressive
work experience in a large institution.
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A valid Public Health Officers and
Technicians Registration Council Certificate.
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Certificate of proficiency in
computer applications from a recognized institution.
Orthopaedic Plaster Technician III
Job Group K11
(1 Post)
Job Purpose: The
Orthopaedic plaster Technician III will be responsible to Senior Orthopaedic
Technician for provision of care to patients with orthopaedic conditions
Duties and Responsibilities
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Manipulating and reducing fractures
and dislocations.
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Fixing and removing casts, bandages
to and from patients.
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Correcting Congenital Talipes Equino
– Varus (C.T.E.V).
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Participating in the management of
minor orthopaedic and trauma cases in emergencies and accidents.
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Sensitizing and creating awareness on
orthopaedic and trauma conditions to the communities.
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Protecting patients and support staff
by adhering to Infection Control Protocols.
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Counselling patients/clients on
issues regarding orthopaedic trauma.
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Ensuring compliance with the set
standard operating procedures.
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Ensuring compliance with OSHE Act and
KNH safety policy.
Qualifications and Experience
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Certificate in Orthopaedic Plaster
and Traction Technology or Orthopaedic Plaster Technology from a recognized
institution.
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At least two (2) years working
experience in an NHIF accredited facility.
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Registration with a professional
body.
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Certificate in computer operations
from a recognized institution.
Method of Application
Those
interested in applying for the declared vacancies and meet the job
specifications are required to apply online HERE and MUST submit a hard copy of the Hospital
application form available HERE in the
website with copies of certificates and testimonials on or before 12th October
2018 to the address below:
The
Chief Executive Officer
Kenyatta National Hospital
P.O Box 20723-00202
Nairobi
Kenyatta National Hospital
P.O Box 20723-00202
Nairobi
“Kenyatta
National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and qualified candidates
with disabilities are encouraged to apply”.
NB: Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted and must present the following
documents during the interview:-
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A certificate of good conduct from
the National Police Service
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EACC Clearance
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Credit Reference Bureau Clearance
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HELB Compliance
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KRA Tax Compliance
