About Ilara Health
At Ilara Health we are building
a network of technology-enabled primary healthcare clinics (PHCs) delivering
affordable, quality healthcare to Africas under-served communities by
partnering with local providers across the continent. Founded by entrepreneurs
passionate about the role technology can play in improving health outcomes,
Ilara Health helps over 2,000 clinics spread across Kenya to deliver care to
over 3 million patients each year. Ilara Health is a venture-backed company on
an aggressive growth path and this is an opportunity to get into an exciting,
early stage startup that is bound to make an impact on healthcare outcomes in
Africa.
Responsibilities
- Patient Assessment and Diagnosis:
- Take or review patients’ medical history
to determine appropriate clinical examinations, laboratory
investigations, and treatment plans.
- Order investigations and interpret
results for diagnosis, explaining findings and treatment options to
patients.
- Treatment and Referral:
- Diagnose conditions and initiate
suitable treatment plans, ensuring adherence to Ilara Health protocols.
- Refer patients to other departments or
higher-level care facilities for further investigations or specialized
treatment when necessary.
- Attend to emergencies presenting at the
clinic, making recommendations for urgent referrals as needed.
- Documentation and Compliance:
- Ensure accurate documentation of patient
observations, prescribed treatments, and procedures in the Ilara Health
Electronic Medical Records system.
- Conduct minor surgeries and procedures
following Ilara Health guidelines.
- Adhere to clinical procedures,
regulations, and infection control standards as per Ilara Health
protocols and Ministry of Health guidelines.
- Patient Engagement and Education:
- Provide counseling and health talks to
patients on preventive and promotive health measures, creating positive
patient experiences.
- Maintain confidentiality of patient data
and information at all times.
- Administrative Duties and Professional
Development:
- Prepare weekly reports and participate
in clinic meetings to discuss patient care and operational matters.
- Ensure clinic safety and compliance with
infection control standards.
- Actively participate in clinical
training programs and skill-building activities, including on-the-job
training.
- Community Engagement and Outreach:
- Participate in outreaches, medical
camps, health talks, and community programs to extend healthcare services
and education to the community.
- Additional Responsibilities:
- Conduct rapid laboratory tests and
dispense medication to clients in the absence of a laboratory technician
or pharmacy technologist.
- Conduct tele-guidance imaging when
necessary.
Requirements
- Diploma in Clinical medicine and surgery
from a recognized institution or Bachelors degree in clinical medicine and
surgery from a recognized institution
- Registered with Clinical Officers Council
and have a valid practicing license
- Minimum of 1 years of work experience
after internship in a hospital setup and 3 years work experience in an
outpatient facility
Who You Are
- Ability to work under pressure with
minimal supervision
- Outstanding patient interaction/customer
care skills are a MUST
- A Result oriented team player
- Demonstrable leadership, Organization and
decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and in
a team
How To Apply