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  • Clinical Pharmacist, Main Pharmacy Medical Physicist, Radiation Therapy

    Clinical Pharmacist, Main Pharmacy Medical Physicist, Radiation Therapy

    Job Purpose

    Provide quality and efficient specialized pharmaceutical services to improve drug usage and therapeutic outcomes including, but not limited to, advising physicians on issues concerning drug therapy that meets or exceeds the expectation of the patient and their relatives.

    Key responsibilities

    Clinical Pharmacy service including participation in specialized outpatient Clinics.

    Conduct and evaluate medication histories, assess compliance and suggest modifications so as to achieve desired outcomes; instruct patients in the proper use of prescribed drugs and make Patient Care Rounds with physicians to evaluate patient progress.
    Individualize medication regimens using sound principles, accounting for pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic variations in drug absorption, distribution, metabolism and elimination with responsibility for establishing and continually improving the delivery of Pharmaceutical Care to patients within areas of direct responsibility and assisting others in the department with the same.
    Identify, resolve and prevent potential and actual drug –related problems by obtaining and evaluating medical data including patient drug and medical history, laboratory data and review patient profiles for drug interactions, allergies, contraindications, cautions and adverse drug reactions to determine and implement optimal drug therapy.
    Maintain liaison relationships with medical and nursing staff; provide timely information pertaining to pharmaceutical supplies, drug usage and compatibility, laws and regulations.
    Communicate and document drug information given to health care workers, patients and / or patient representatives.
    Supervise and monitor patient’s drug therapy for cost effectiveness and communicate all possible cost saving recommendations to patient’s physician(s).

    Quality and Patient Safety

    Adhering to mandatory Pharmacy Policies and processes
    Maintain accurate documentation of all interventions and recommendations regards drug therapy and rational use of drugs , and their outcomes
    Provide drug and poison information to medical personnel on availability and usage of drugs, drug to drug interactions and adverse effects of these drugs, and appropriately document the same
    Monitoring and recording of Adverse Drug Reactions, Medication Errors and Near Miss.
    Conduct Drug Utilization reviews and suggests strategies to overcome the deficiency found by such reviews. 
    Facilitate and or conduct Operational and Clinical indicators audits
    Provide training to other healthcare professionals e.g. nurses on medicines and policies and processes on pharmaceutical care

    Dispensing to in-patient

    Supervise appropriate verification, dispensing and issuing of prescription and counseling and teaching of pharmaceutical devices in order to maintain a high standard of pharmaceutical care.
    Responsible for implementing and adhering to policies and procedures related to provision of pharmaceutical services to enable effective and efficient services within the Satellite.
    To ensure that all staff comply to the guidelines and protocols of the Hospital Formulary whilst issuing medications.

    Continuous Professional Development

    Attend and participate in departmental CMEs
    An educator in departmental training program for clinical pharmacy development as well as deliver presentations on a regular basis to the pharmacy staff and other health care workers.

    Qualifications, Experience and Skills required:

    Post graduate qualification in Clinical Pharmacy
    Bachelor of Science Degree in Pharmacy
    At least two years’ practical experience in a hospital environment with working knowledge of a hospital pharmacy services.
    Excellent ability to monitor drug therapy regimens for appropriateness.
    Great clinical assessment skills.
    Demonstrates supervisory skills and ability to work in a multicultural environment
    Highly developed problem-solving skills.
    Remarkable ability to follow through on tasks assigned.
    Sound knowledge of teaching and the methods involved in learning and instruction.
    Excellent computer/data entry skills.
    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
    Sound ability to manage the time of self and others.
    Excellent use of scientific methods to solve problems. 

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  • Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapy

    Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapy

    Introduction

    Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi (AKUH, N) is a private not-for-profit teaching hospital that provides tertiary and secondary level healthcare services. It is one of the hospitals in East Africa accredited by the Joint Commission International from USA. The University Hospital has been providing high quality care for the people of East Africa and beyond for over 60 years.

    Applications are invited from qualified candidates for the above position based in Nairobi Kenya. The position holder will be responsible for conducting in-depth evaluation of patients referred for occupational therapy, developing individual programs and carry out treatment. The incumbent will report to the Manager, Physiotherapy.

    Key responsibilities:

    Conduct initial evaluation and assessment of patients referred for occupational therapy.
    Identify treatment goals and appropriate therapy techniques and proceed to administer them.
    Conduct patient and family education.
    To conduct regular evaluation of patients to assess progress and response to therapy, revise treatment program as necessary to achieve goals.
    To evaluate the patients’ need for adaptive and assistive devices.
    Maintain daily treatment notes evaluation of patient’s progress and discharge planning notes and summaries.
    Assign patients to the assistants or interns with laid out treatment plans and supervise their treatment.
    To control infection by observing hygiene rules
    Maintain professional proficiency through review of current literature and attendance into continuing medical education programs in line with the occupational therapy accreditation requirements.
    To have a full knowledge of the hospital policies & procedures, protocols, guidelines and adhere to the same.
    Carry out clinical and service audits and evaluate improvement of services.
    Supervising and delegating tasks to physiotherapy assistants and service attendants
    Ensuring functionality of equipment by participating in regular maintenance/monitoring & testing to ensure minimum equipment downtime.
    Participate in planning and implementation of department goals and objectives to enable optimal performance.
    Observe and comply with environment health and occupational safety measures.
    Participate in the implementation of quality initiative and patient safety programs.
    Responsibility for CCPC stroke program

     Requirements:

    Diploma in Occupational Therapy from a recognized institution/college
    Registered with Kenya Occupational Therapy Association
    Preferably 1-year experience as an Occupational Therapist

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  • Research Assistant Nurse, Haematology/Oncology Research Assistant, Brain and Mind Institute Clinical Nurse (Temporary), Children’s Ward

    Research Assistant Nurse, Haematology/Oncology Research Assistant, Brain and Mind Institute Clinical Nurse (Temporary), Children’s Ward

    Job Summary

    The Clinical Research Nurse plays a crucial role in the conduct of clinical trials and research studies. Responsibilities encompass a wide range of activities aimed at ensuring the safety, well-being and compliance of research participants, as well as the integrity of the research data.

    Responsibilities

    Identify and recruit eligible participants for Phase ≥1 clinical trials;
    Screen potential participants based on specific inclusion and exclusion criteria;
    Explain the details of the Phase ≥1 clinical trial to potential participants;
    Obtain informed consent from participants, ensuring they understand the risks, benefits, and procedures involved, in compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and human subjects protection;
    Administer investigational drugs or treatment/other interventions to participants according to the study protocol;
    Monitor participants closely for any adverse reactions or side effects during and after drug administration;
    Conduct regular assessments of vital signs, such as blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, and temperature;
    Document and report any abnormalities or changes in vital signs;
    Perform physical assessments and clinical evaluations as specified in the study protocol;
    Monitor and document any changes in participants’ health status;
    Promptly report any adverse events or serious adverse events to the study investigator and appropriate regulatory authorities;
    Collaborate with the principal investigator, study coordinator, and other team members to ensure the smooth conduct of the trial;
    Provide regular updates on participant status and study progress;
    Ensure strict adherence to the study protocol and regulatory requirements;
    Document all study-related activities accurately and in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines;
    Collect and process blood samples for pharmacokinetic or other analysis, as specified in the study protocol.
    Educate participants about the purpose of the Phase ≥1 clinical trial, the investigational product, and potential side effects;
    Be trained and prepared to respond to medical emergencies that may arise during the trial;
    Maintain detailed and accurate records of all participant interactions, assessments, and procedures;
    Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and assist in preparing for regulatory inspections;
    Follow safety guidelines and procedures to protect both participants and staff involved in the study;
    Any other assignment that is deemed appropriate for this level.

    Requirements

    Bachelor’s degree in Nursing OR Diploma in Nursing with at least 5 years’ research experience;
    Current licensure with the Nursing Council of Kenya;
    Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS);
    CITI/ Research training preferred;
    Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a nurse in a hospital setting in inpatient and/or outpatient services with demonstrated knowledge and competencies in nursing clinical practices applied to direct patient care;
    Sound working knowledge of Good Clinical Practices (GCP), clinical trial processes, nursing patient care, biomaterials handling, and health safety practices;
    Prior experience in operating basic medical equipment (e.g., infusion pump, ECG Machine, etc.).

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  • Pharmaceutical Technologist, Main Pharmacy Coordinator-Procurement, Purchasing & Supply Chain Management

    Pharmaceutical Technologist, Main Pharmacy Coordinator-Procurement, Purchasing & Supply Chain Management

    Introduction

    Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi is a private not-for-profit teaching hospital that provides tertiary and secondary level healthcare services. It is one of the hospitals in East Africa accredited by the Joint Commission International from USA. The University Hospital has been providing high quality care for the people of East Africa and beyond for over 60 years.

    Responsibilities

    Receive, verify prescriptions and dispense drugs in a timely manner within approved standards and procedures.
    Contact the physician immediately for inaccuracy and illegibility in a prescription order, document errors and communicate them to the nursing and pharmacy staff
    Verify expiry dates of drugs prior to dispensing medication to patients/customers.
    Check that every label placed on the medications contains the correct patient name, drug, quantity and directions.
    Compound extemporaneous preparations and mix certain intravenous medications as per laid down procedures.
    Counsel patients on drug administration and use of devices for optimum wellness and recovery.
    Receive, return and update drug credits on the system in a timely manner.
    Deliver drug discharges to patients in the ward where applicable
    Communicate out of stock and non-stock effectively and timely to prescriber and nurse and provide alternative choice or make arrangements to order promptly.
    Comply and observe the environmental health and safety measures and regulations by proper handling, storage and dispensation of medications
    Record, monitor and update the expiry list of medications in timely manner.
    Conduct nursing floor inspections once a month for all ward stock, solutions and patient medication left behind
    Complete documentation of Interventions, Medication errors and Near Miss, Adverse events, Medication queries, Patient complaints or any other incidents and forward to relevant office
    Perform random medication checks daily and Monitor variance levels in your respective satellites.
    Compile daily satellite reports.
    Carry out regular satellite stock-take exercise.
    Report any special indicators allocated.
    Maintain and update personal drug knowledge data base to ensure accurate provision of pharmaceutical care of general disease states as well as specialized knowledge in the assigned area of expertise

    Requirements

    Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology from a recognized institution
    Practicing License from the Pharmacy and Poisons Board.
    1 year working experience in a busy facility, preferably a hospital
    Computer literate
    Able to communicate with medical professionals
    Able to work with a team of people from various backgrounds and training
    Excellent customer service skills and empathetic to patients of all ages
    Good interpersonal skills
    Culturally sensitive
    Able to keep up with pharmaceutical developments and Continuous Medical Education programmes.

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  • Manager, Volunteer Services East Africa Research Associate, Brain and Mind Institute Research Assistant, Brain and Mind Institute

    Manager, Volunteer Services East Africa Research Associate, Brain and Mind Institute Research Assistant, Brain and Mind Institute

    Job Summary

    Aga Khan University is looking for a highly motivated and dynamic individual to fill the position of Manager, Volunteer Services East Africa. Reporting to the Regional Director, Human Resources, the Manager, Volunteer Services East Africa will play an integral role in the management and overseeing of the entire volunteer experience for AKU East Africa. He/she will ensure compliance with relevant AKU, local, and national regulations. In addition, he/she will support with hiring, development, retention, and exit, as well as coaching and advising management teams on how to benefit and engage with the Volunteer services.

    Main Duties and Responsibilities:

    Coordinate all activities at AKU East Africa in respect of voluntary work force within the scope of volunteer service.
    Develop and execute strategies to attract Volunteers to AKU East Africa.
    Identify needs and opportunities to partner with volunteers within East Africa, working together with Heads of Function and Departments
    Orientate and onboard new Volunteers to the company and country, its culture, and its policies, as well as manage off boarding processes for transitioning Volunteers.
    Create and conduct training for employees and volunteers on engagement and work experience and to support skills transfer and best practice sharing.
    Design and implement the volunteer experience frameworks and identify opportunities to enhance the volunteer experience.
    Measure and report on impact of Volunteers to promote the AKU brand and implement measures to proactively increase the impact Volunteers within East Africa

    Key Requirements and Person Specifications:

    Have a bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business administration, or other allied fields
    Must have not less than four (4) years of experience in human resources or related field
    Have a demonstrable and thorough understanding of volunteer services management.
    Have practical experience in resourcing and employe or volunteer contract management.

    Specific Skills and Competencies:

    Strong analytical and problem solving skills
    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills,
    Planning, organizing and effective prioritization skills
    Ability to self-manage, and act as a role model
    Adaptability to the changing landscape in volunteer services. An understanding of TKN procedures is an added advantage.

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  • Stock Controller/ Senior Assistant, PSCMD Administration

    Stock Controller/ Senior Assistant, PSCMD Administration

    Job Purpose:

    To stock, manage and supply consignments items, medical surgical, pharmaceutical, pathology and radiology, Food & Beverage, Engineering, CAPEX and general stores inventory, non-inventory items required by various hospital-wide, outreach and University Centre users.  Accurate reporting of inventory held within respective areas of responsibility.

    Responsibilities:

    In charge of the assigned warehouse and/or Sub Store
    Service material requests from end-users.
    Ensure accurate, timely and complete posting and updating of transactions in the system, accurate and timely issue of items.
    Stack Items safely and neatly i.e., identifiable, and traceable.
    Ensure there are no stock outs by pre-empting the purchaser on items running low on stocks.
    Recommend optimum quantities of items to be replenished.
    Receiving of inventory from vendors against Purchase Orders, verifying quantity and quality.
    Accurate and on-time receiving and verification of invoices and forwarding to Finance for processing.
    Assist in maintaining minimum stock days.
    Verify the quality of goods received from vendors/Warehouses/Sub stores.
    Follow up on issues that end users have not accepted.
    Adhere to the FEFO method of stock movement.
    Manage a minimum value of expiries and items being obsolete.
    Take part in quarterly stock takes.
    Reporting; Ensure daily submission of checklist, Monthly on-time submission of bulk SPR for inventory replenishment, slow moving inventory, approved disposal forms and QVR reports.
    Control short expiry items/non-moving and slow-moving items and coordinate with satellite stores and receiving teams to ensure their timely returns to suppliers.
    Responsible for overseeing daily temperatures logs – both storage areas and fridges with supervision from immediate supervisor.
    Ensure stock transfers/ material stock issues and SPRs are checked and signed as per laid down procedures.
    Ensure daily replenishments of SPRs are done efficiently and on a timely manner as per prescribed schedules.
    Ensure general neatness and cleanliness of the main stores.
    Ensure daily submission of inventory checklists, monthly on time submission of bulk SPR for inventory replenishment, slow moving inventory report, expired inventory report, approved and signed disposal forms and Quality Variance Reports (QVR).
    Any other duties that may be assigned by PSCMD Supervisor, Assistant managers, managers and PSCMD leadership, which may include support the role and function of Purchase Assistant. 

     Qualifications, experience and skills requirements:

    Business-related Diploma or Certification. 
    Membership to the Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS) or Chartered Institute of Logistics (CILT) or Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM) will be an added advantage.
    At least two years of work experience in a related field/work environment
    Proficiency in working with MS Office – MS Excel and MS word
    Ability to work in a team, has initiative and is proactive
    Excellent customer service skills and customer focus,
    Excellent interpersonal/ communication skills
    Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
    Ability to lift heavy boxes, climb and bend.
    Knowledge of warehousing/stocking

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  • Purchase Officer/Associate, MMD – Medical/Surgical

    Purchase Officer/Associate, MMD – Medical/Surgical

    Job Purpose:

    The Purchase Officer/ Associate will be responsible for Medical-Surgical (MDSR) procurement and to coordinate the procurement of MDSR in the Warehouse, Satellite Stores and all other clinical areas.

    Key responsibilities:

    Provide relevant data with analysis to Opex Procurement Manager and PSCMD Director to establish “optimum levels” for all supplies categorized as Medical Surgical (MDSR) while ensuring no stock outs of MDSR supplies.
    Determine criticality of products (to ensure all critical life-saving products are in stock) which requires working very closely with the Warehouse Supervisor and Heads of the clinical sections.
    Ensure that all items in the MDSR Stores are replenished, and all stock items requested are purchased efficiently. This requires that purchase orders are raised promptly and efficiently dispatched to the respective suppliers according to set institutional policies and procedures.
    Ensure that purchase order copies are adequately accounted and maintain control and traceability of each purchase order raised.
    Ensure daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly reports related to stock, cost savings and stock-status are provided.
    Obtain competitive quotes and give support in negotiations with suppliers.
    Take a lead role at the monitoring and evaluation of MDSR (consignment) procurement contracts and price agreements.
    Carryout supplier performance evaluation as per standard operation procedures.
    Any other duty as assigned by the PSCMD Manager and/or Director.

     Qualifications and skills requirements:

    Degree in Supply Chain Management or a business-related field.
    At least 5 years experience in supply chain role preferably in a hospital environment
    CIPS and KISM membership will be an added advantage.
    Proficiency in MS Office – MS Excel, MS word, MS PowerPoint, etc.
    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; Excellent telephone handling skills
    Excellent customer service skills and empathetic to patients of all ages
    Ability to work long hours with minimal supervision, as may be required.
    Capacity to manage several tasks and requests simultaneously.
    Team player, critical thinker with good time management skills
    Proficiency in both written and spoken business English.

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  • CCTV Technician/Operator, Safety & Security Administration Office

    CCTV Technician/Operator, Safety & Security Administration Office

    Job purpose:
    Reporting to the Team Leader, Safety & Security, you will operate and monitor all systems, including CCTV, within the Control Centre in a professional and efficient manner. You will also ensure integrity, accuracy and confidentiality of all information gained by compliance with quality standards and legislation, whilst preserving the rights of the individual.  Additionally, you will be responsible and ensure the safety and security of people and property within public areas and other Facilities via surveillance of the CCTV network.
    Key Responsibilities:

    Ensure smooth/ uninterrupted operations of CCTV and other electronic surveillance/alarm systems in the institution.
    Operate and monitor CCTV System and allied surveillance alarm devices installed.
    Train new staff on the operation and manning of Electronic Surveillance/Alarm Equipment
    Ensure safe custody and serviceability of the CCTV and allied electronic equipment.
    Operate the Radio Communication Base Station, attend to telephone calls.
    Maintain network video recordings of the monitoring station.
    Prepare and subsequently monitor the electronic security sections duty roster.
    Work in coordination with other CCTV Operators in the department.
    Supplementing supervision of guards via the CCTV Surveillance system.
    Appropriate activations and calling-off of emergencies.
    Dispatch and monitoring of E.R.T responses to emergencies.
    Public Address System announcements.
    Perform any other task assigned by Team Leader, Safety& Security.

     Qualifications and Skills required.

    Certificate in CCTV Operation from a reputable institution
     Diploma in a Safety and Security related field is an added advantage.
    KSCE minimum grade of D+ / O level certificate
    Minimum of 3 years working experience in a similar role
    Knowledgeable of the overall operation of the CCTV system.
    To have a full understanding of the legal and human rights legislations regulating the use of CCTV and its impact in security operations.
    Ability to write good CCTV analysis reports and to give CCTV evidence in a legal forum.
    Experience in the use of computer-based technology to provide reports.
    Ability to use and communicate with the VHF radio system.
    Proven ability to deal tactfully and effectively with people at all levels within the organization, external agencies, contractors, and members of the public.
    Must have a valid certificate of good conduct.
    Human Safety First and Good Security Habits.
    Leadership & team building skills as well as good organizational skills.
    Excellent communication and customer service skills
    Disciplined, honest, hardworking and devoted to work.
    The ability to keep composure when dealing with unruly/uncooperative personnel.

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  • Senior Assistant/ Inventory Controller, MMD Satellites

    Senior Assistant/ Inventory Controller, MMD Satellites

    Job Purpose:
    To manage inventory effectively and efficiently within the PSCMD satellites stores and supply centers to ensure continuity of supplies by close monitoring of stock movement and levels and by also appropriately planning staff work schedule to achieve departmental and institutional goals and objectives.
    Key responsibilities
    Administration:

    Assist end users to get alternative products for items that are out of stock.
    Ensure timely submission of invoices received at theatre satellites.
    Attend theatres user committee meetings and follow through closure of supply chain agenda issues.
    Support the PSCMD Satellites Supervisor in the daily operations.

    Quality Control

    Confirm order requests from various sub stores.
    Verify medical surgical items and direct delivery items billed to patients.
    Monitor Stock Issue and charges.
    Ensure items issued are accurately and timely posted and timely submission of invoices received.
    Monitor pending material requests and follow up on closure for declined requests.

    Coordination

    Support relevant user departments with quotations of new product requests.
    Coordinate with purchasing dept. to ensure on-time delivery of items requested by end users.
    Co-ordinate with the main warehouse to ensure timely deliveries to the sub stores.
    Co-ordinate deliveries from the main warehouse to various sub stores within the Hospital.

    Financial Management

    Ensure Optimum stock levels across the Hospital satellites locations.
    Ensure Minimal stock variances and monitor stock to ensure no expiries.
    Monitor and identify obsolete items and subsequently facilitate return to supplier.
    Share with end user slow moving non-stock items for consumption

    Reporting

    Ensure Optimum stock levels across the Hospital satellites locations.
    Ensure Minimal stock variances.
    Monitor stock to ensure no expiries.
    Monitor and identify obsolete items and subsequently facilitate return to supplier.
    Share with end user slow moving non-stock items for consumption

     Qualifications, Experience and Skills required:

    Diploma in Supply Chain Management.  A degree will be an added advantage
    2 years’ work experience in the field of supply chain management
    Proficiency in MS Office – MS Excel, MS word, MS PowerPoint, etc.
    Experience in Inventory Control systems
    Membership with KISM/ CIPS or any other relevant professional body
    Business letters & report writing skills
    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; Excellent telephone handling skills
    Leadership skills; attention to detail.
    Good organization and administrative skills
    Ability to work independently and in a team

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  • Phlebotomist, Phlebotomy Department

    Phlebotomist, Phlebotomy Department

    Job Summary
    Reporting to the Section Head, the Phlebotomist will attend to patients at the reception and inpatient areas, collect samples, accession them in Lab Information System, register and bleed donors in the donor unit.
    Responsibilities

    Collect blood samples from both in-patients and out-patients.
    Perform coagulation screening for causes of bleeding disorders.
    Receive clients and collect blood at the main laboratory from time to time.
    Ensuring that correct test entries are made and correct tests are charged to the patients.
    Ensure that appropriate samples are received with relevant details both on specimen bottles and request forms.
    Attend to patients queries at reception area.
    Distribute samples to respective sections in the system.
    Attend to blood donors in the blood donor unit and bleed them whenever necessary.
    Decontamination of work benches in the phlebotomy working area.
    Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
    Participate in continuous medical education.

    Requirements

    Certificate in Phlebotomy from a recognized institution/college.
    A minimum of 2 years’ working experience as a physiotherapist.
    Possess excellent interpersonal, communication, and commendable customer service skills.
    Proactive team player.

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