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Company Address: Address PRP9+37G, First Parklands Avenue, Wambugu Gardens, Nairobi, Kenya

  • Resident Radiologist – Parklands

    Resident Radiologist – Parklands

    Job Objective/Purpose
    Provide and ensure quality Radiology services within the Avenue group in line with the company policies and procedures.
    Key Responsibilities

    Attend to walk in and referred patients who present to the Radiology Department
    Offer radiology consultancy to all the doctors in Avenue Group.
    Consult and collaborate with other clinical departments to develop, review, and ensure adherence to radiology protocols and standards to ensure proper and accurate radiological diagnosis and treatment.
    Ensure quality of radiological images and reports and images providing diagnostic support for all clinical departments.
    Ensure accurate and proper records of radiological investigations are kept.
    Ensure timely and accurate review and reporting of radiological investigations
    Communicate and discuss radiological investigations and the results thereof with other physicians in support of clinical decision making.
    Provide technical oversight and mentorship to staff in the diagnostic imaging department.
    Identify professional development gaps and ensure implementation of appropriate professional development, Continuous Medical Education and mentorship to colleagues to build capacity and exposure to best practice
    In liaison with the Medical Services Manager, set, monitor and evaluate key performance indicators for the radiology department and ensure alignment with the Avenue Group strategic plan 
    Any other duty as may be assigned from time to time by your immediate supervisor in line with the job description.

    Person Specification 

    Master of Medicine in Radiology
    Specialist recognition in Radiology
    Up to date BLS, ACLS Certificate
    2 years’ experience
    Strong interpersonal and communication skills 6. Attention to detail and results oriented

    Application documents (CV and Certificates) must be emailed to vacancies@avenuehealthcare.com with the job position you are applying for as the subject of the email by 17th March 2023

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    vacancies@avenuehealthcare.com

  • Laboratory Superintendent I Theatre Nurse

    Laboratory Superintendent I Theatre Nurse

    Job Objective/Purpose
    Ensure provision of high quality laboratory diagnostic services in the hospital as defined by Avenue Healthcare’s policies, protocols, procedures and standards.
    Key Responsibilities

    Ensure the unit has all the required resources for effective and efficient work.
    Timely and accurate billing of laboratory services. 
    Stock management: 

    Do monthly stock takes of lab supplies and submit a stock take and short expiry report to the Hospital Manager
    Timely ordering and receiving of stock from the supplier to prevent stock outs
    Proper storage of lab supplies.
    Kits validation and evaluation to determine diagnostic accuracy, analytical sensitivity, and analytical specificity (performance characteristics)

    Review and act on quality indicator reports (IQC &EQA) 
    Follow laid down Lab Board approved rules for medical lab profession and adhere to Government and respective professional standards of care and treatment of patients.
    Ensure timely response to emergencies. 
    Carrying out tests based on outlined SOPs & policies.
    Ensure all sentinel incidents/events are recorded and reported to the Hospital Manager within 24 hours using the provided tools. 
    Ensure that the fridge temperatures and ambient temperature and humidity are charted twice daily, and any error reported to the MSM.
    Ensure timely escalation of any urgent out of stock items to the Lab Quality Manager
    Any other duty as assigned by your immediate supervisor in line with the job description.

    Personal Specifications

    A degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences
    A valid practicing license from Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board
    5 years’ experience 
    Strong interpersonal and communication skills
    Attention to detail
    Result Oriented
    Customer focus

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    Application documents (CV and Certificates) must be emailed to vacancies@avenuehealthcare.com with the job position you are applying for as the subject of the email by 10 th March 2023.

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    vacancies@avenuehealthcare.com

  • Executive Chef Resident Radiologist

    Executive Chef Resident Radiologist

    Job Objective/Purpose
    Provide and ensure quality Kitchen/catering services within the Avenue group in line with the company policies and procedures.
    Key Responsibilities

    Daily menu planning for the entire Hospital clientele (i.e patients, staff etc.). Establish portion sizes, test new recipes and file recipes for all new menu items in the recipe books.
    Estimate food consumption within the Hospital consumption and ensure timely requisitions of food purchases with the requisite LPOs and goods delivery notes.
    Ensure that each department/section place orders for the next day consumption based on their par stock levels.
    Ensure proper receiving, storage, and rotation of products to comply with the required HACCP standards.
    Minimize waste and maximize thorough usage of food through careful ordering, proper ordering and well-organized storage, use of required hospital recipes.
    Manages the kitchen and ensures compliance with all standards of best practices.
    Oversee catering events and may also offer culinary instruction and/or demonstrate culinary techniques.
    Review daily food consumption and be actively involved in food and Labor cost controlling.
    Review “Sensitive patients Inventory Items” sheet daily and take proper action for variance.
    Ensure proper equipment operation/maintenance
    Any other duty as may be assigned from time to time by your immediate supervisor in line with the job description.

    Personal Specifications

    3+ years higher diploma in food production
    Familiar with HACCP kitchen safety procedures
    5+ years’ experience as an Executive Chef
    Strong interpersonal and communication skills
    Attention to detail
    Result Oriente

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    Application documents (CV and Certificates) must be emailed to vacancies@avenuehealthcare.com with the job position you are applying for as the subject of the email by 10 th March 2023.

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    vacancies@avenuehealthcare.com

  • Chef Critical Care Nurse – 3 Positions

    Chef Critical Care Nurse – 3 Positions

    Job Objective/Purpose
    Serve as the Sous Chef and be responsible for preparing executive meals as and when required.
    Key Responsibilities

    Meal Planning, Preparation and Service
    Cooking food using a range of methods (i.e. baking, braising, frying, roasting or steaming) and ensuring that the food is nutritious and well presented
    Preparing food to meet special dietary requirements e.g. (low calorie, high calorie, diabetic)
    Ensures that each meal leaving the kitchen is checked for quality, quantity, presentation and correct temperature.
    Planning executive menus and estimating food requirements

    Cleaning and Infection Control

    Cleaning food preparation areas and equipment and ensuring that laid out infection control procedures are followed.
    Making sure that the kitchen and its environs arehygienic and functional
    Ensuring that the preparation of food is hygienic and that a “clean as you go” discipline is adhered to.

    Training

    Training & supervising other cooks to ensure that all meals are being prepared to the correct recipe and to the correct quantity.
    Training staff on the correct use of kitchen equipment

    Personal Specifications

    Certificate/diploma in food production
    Familiar with HACCP kitchen safety procedures
    2+ years’ experience as a Chef
    Strong interpersonal and communication skills
    Attention to detail
    Result Oriented

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    Application documents (CV and Certificates) must be emailed to vacancies@avenuehealthcare.com with the job position you are applying for as the subject of the email by 10th March 2023

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    vacancies@avenuehealthcare.com

  • Admissions/Authorization Clerks – 3 Positions General Nurse

    Admissions/Authorization Clerks – 3 Positions General Nurse

    Job Objective/Purpose
    To ensure smooth transition from the Outpatient Department to the Wards by helping patients check in and filing their medical information with the hospital and all pre-admission related tasks.
    Key Responsibilities

    Pre-admits patients by receiving bookings from physicians, pre- paid accounts, insurance and direct accounts.
    Confirming admitting privileges of physicians; interviewing patients; entering patient information to pre-admissions database. 
    Greets and receives patients to be admitted by conducting personal interviews; entering demographic and insurance information, confirming pre-admission information; obtaining signatures on legal consents and insurance forms; making sure payment is done for cash paying and proper storage of patient valuables.
    Have sufficient knowledge or access to knowledge to provide correct information with regard to estimated surgical and admission fees, excesses or co-payments on individual policies or individual procedures.
    Provides patients with information by explaining hospital admission policies, patient rights, room selection, NHIF Benefits and any other related inquiries. 
    Explains hospital regulations, such as visiting hours, payment of accounts, and schedule of charges.
    Secures payments by screening insurance information; identifying patients requiring pre-admission approvals from third-party payers’ i.e insurance, direct companies and pre-paid accounts, verifying approvals; notifying accounts department of self-paying admissions. Ensure the LOUs are received prior admission for insurance patients and deposits for cash payments are made.
    Prepares admission folders by gathering admission paperwork for scheduled patients. Prepare admission related paperwork accurately to ensure timely admission process.
    Arrange for patient placements, bed assignments, patient escort, and patient transfer activities after receiving the admission requests. 
    Ensures patient’s arrival to hospital room by assigning patient beds; notifying nursing unit of patient’s arrival; calling nursing care to transport  the patient to the assigned area.
     Verifies patient identify by checking identification; preparing and placing/ensuring placement of the identification band on patient.
    Admits emergency/procedure room and maternity patients by obtaining information from family members.
    Communicates and clearly explains delays to the patients in good time.
    Manages complaints in a timely polite & professional manner
    Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality at all times
    Any other duty as assigned by the supervisor in line with the job description

    Personal Specifications

    Diploma/bachelor’s degree in business management
    Diploma/Higher Diploma in Medical Records
    2+ years’ experience in handling medical records
    Strong interpersonal and communication skills
    5. Attention to detail
    Result Oriente

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    Application documents (CV and Certificates) must be emailed to vacancies@avenuehealthcare.com with the job position you are applying for as the subject of the email by 10 th March 2023.

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    vacancies@avenuehealthcare.com

  • Theatre Technician Phlebotomist Nursing Services Manager

    Theatre Technician Phlebotomist Nursing Services Manager

    Job Objective/Purpose
    Ensure the provision of high quality surgical services by maintaining and keeping the operating room ready for surgeries and assisting in preparing patients for surgery.
    Key Responsibilities

    Observations – Assist the anesthetist and theatre nurse in the recovery room to accurately take and record Temp., Pulse, Resp., B/P, etc., observe and record other vital signs and report changes or abnormalities in patient condition immediately
    Patient management; 

    Assist with the transfer of patients to theatre in time for operation 
    Ensure smooth and safe transition of patient back to the ward from Recovery Room / Theatre
    Ensure patients needs are met promptly
    Ensure patients safety in a clean and tidy environment 
    Documents and keep patients’ medical information confidential

    Equipment management – Ensure all instruments are maintained, scrubbed and functional as per schedule and report any faulty equipment immediately
    Maintain and enforce infection control standards per the hospital manual and observe the infection control bundles (SSI, VAP, CAUTI and CLABSI) where applicable.
    Theatre Duties (Intra-Operation)

    Set up individual machines for different operations, avail all necessary instruments, sutures/drugs and equipment, and ensure all gases are available before commencement of any operation
    Assists the doctors and anaesthetist during the operation per AHC theatre policies

    Ensure patients safety following the 6 International Patient Safety Goals (IPSGs). 
    Observe and practice high quality of service through effective communication, prompt feedback and escalation of any unresolved issues. 
    Ensure that Avenue Healthcare corporate governance policies are adhered to, including preventing, detecting, and reporting any fraud or criminal activities, and Implementing audit recommendations. 
    Ensure adequate knowledge of and compliance to all Avenue Healthcare policies, procedures, and systems, especially policies pertaining to the provision of medical services
    Any other duty as assigned by the supervisor

    Personal Specifications

    Diploma/Certificate in Theatre Technology from a recognized institution. 
    At least 2 years’ experience working in a busy environment. 
    Customer focus and results oriented
    Strong interpersonal, communication skills . 
    Strong team playing abilities
    Highly responsive, ethical and responsible

     

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    Application documents (CV and Certificates) must be emailed to vacancies@avenuehealthcare.com withthejobposition you are applying for as the subject of the email by 28 th February 2023

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    vacancies@avenuehealthcare.com

  • Laboratory Technologist

    Laboratory Technologist

    Job Objective/Purpose
    To ensure the provision of effective, efficient and high quality laboratory diagnostic services in the hospital, as defined by Avenue Healthcare’s policies, protocols, procedures and standards.
    Key Responsibilities

    Perform diagnostic testing procedures following approved SOPs, analyse the result, and provide all relevant data that may pertain to prevention, diagnosis, or treatment. 
    Record, verify, and amend (when required) the test results, and ensure the integrity of the results database. 3. Report the test results in writing, via phone or computer entry, to ensure timely dissemination of data required by the clinical and medical teams. 
    Ensure proper inventory, maintenance, and calibration of the equipment used in the laboratory for efficient and accurate results. This includes recording of the laboratory fridge temperature and ambient temperature, and humidity, twice daily. 
    Ensure a safe working environment in accordance with relevant legislation and all safety protocols, including observing Quality control standards, adherence to infection control standards, and correct disposal of medical and bio-hazardous waste. 
    Follow laid down Lab Board approved rules for the medical lab profession, and adhere to Government and professional standards of care and treatment of patients.
    Ensure proper Stock management, including proper storage, and daily or spot stock counts of lab supplies, reporting any shortages to the Laboratory Superintendent. 
    Ensure the unit is financially viable, and demonstrate growth, by managing costs within budget, through timely and accurate billing of services. 
    Observe and practice high quality of service through effective communication, prompt feedback, and escalation of any unresolved issues to the Laboratory Superintendent. 
    Ensure that Avenue Healthcare corporate governance policies are adhered to, including preventing, detecting, and reporting any fraud or criminal activities, and Implementing audit recommendations. 
    Ensure adequate knowledge of, and compliance to all Avenue Healthcare policies, procedures and systems, especially policies pertaining to the provision of medical services. 
    Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality at all times. 
    Any other duty as assigned by the supervisor.

    Personal Specifications

    Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences or related discipline.  
    Valid Registration Certificate issued by KMLTTB
    2+ years’ experience working in a busy environment. 
    Customer focus and results oriented
    Strong interpersonal and communication skills

    Application documents (CV and Certificates) must be emailed to vacancies@avenuehealthcare.com withthejobposition you are applying for as the subject of the email by 28 th February 2023

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    vacancies@avenuehealthcare.com

  • Branch Manager – Nairobi Branch Manager – Eldoret

    Branch Manager – Nairobi Branch Manager – Eldoret

    To lead the implementation of the Clinic’s strategic plan through clinical quality, business growth & sustainability, people and marketing & branding while upholding Avenue Healthcare’s core values and defined policies, protocols, procedures and standards.
    Key Responsibilities

    Initiate and maintain proper management and treatment of patients.
    Be involved in people management in coordination with the HR department.
    Lead the clinic in management of resources effectively and efficiently.
    Lead in the development and enhancement of scope of services.
    Participation in incident reporting, root cause analysis & Quality Improvement Plan.
    Ensure there is utmost patient satisfaction.
    Responsible for Clinical risk management within the Clinic

    Personal Specifications

    Degree in Medicine or a Nursing Diploma/ BsN in Nursing
    3 years’ experience in clinical practice.
    Minimum of 3 years of relevant working experience in healthcare management
    Training in Business Management would be an added advantage.
    A valid KMPDB license / valid Nursing Council License
    Updated BLS, ACLS/ATLS certificate. 
    Organizational awareness and detail oriented. 
    Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
    Teamwork and reliability

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    Application documents (CV and Certificates) must be emailed to vacancies@avenuehealthcare.com with the job position you are applying (e.g. Branch Manager) for as the subject of the email by 24th February 2023

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    vacancies@avenuehealthcare.com

  • Hospital Manager

    Hospital Manager

    Job Objective/Purpose
    To lead the implementation of the hospital’s strategic plan through clinical quality, business growth & sustainability, people and marketing & branding while upholding Avenue Healthcare’s core values and defined policies, protocols, procedures and standards.
    Key Responsibilities
    Quality, Patient Safety, and Clinical Governance

    Promote and enforce the principles of medical ethics, Autonomy, Informed consent, confidentiality, Beneficence, and non-maleficence.
    Ensure compliance with protocols, policies and acts relevant to healthcare including licensing, and other statutory obligations.
    Ensure provision of safe, cost effective, and quality patient care by enforcing hospital policies, guidelines, and evidence-based clinical practices for all specialists and medical staff.
    Monitor, evaluate, and investigate clinical quality indicators and clinical outcomes.
    Ensure implementation of the international patient safety guidelines and that all international healthcare standard precautions are adhered to.

    Growth and Sustainability

    Lead the planning and budgeting for the hospital.
    Lead the hospital clinical growth strategy and medical gap analysis to identity and implement business growth opportunities.
    Develop and implement a specialists’ attraction, retention, and engagement strategy.
    Maintain communication with the Ministry of Health local representation, NHIF, insurance companies, corporate companies, and all key stakeholders in business development.
    Undertake activities to drive hospital outpatient visits, theater activity, and occupancy to exceed budgeted financial performance.
    Ensure efficiency through strategic and tactical cost management including stock management, employment cost and overheads, to achieve the budgeted bottom line.

    Personal Specifications

    A medical degree or a management degree or any other related undergraduate qualification
    A post graduate training in management or any other related post graduate qualifications will be an added advantage
    Minimum of 5 years of relevant working experience in healthcare management
    Senior management experience in healthcare
    Organizational awareness and detail-oriented
    Strong interpersonal and communication skills
    Team player with good reliability

    Application documents (CV and Certificates) must be emailed to vacancies@avenuehealthcare.com with the job position you are applying for as the subject of the email by 20th February 2023

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    vacancies@avenuehealthcare.com

  • Driver

    Driver

    Job Objective/Purpose
    To provide safe, reliable and efficient transport services to Avenue’s clients and staff.
    Key Responsibilities

    Ensuring that the allocated vehicle is kept clean and secure at all times (especially when not in use).
    Checking the vehicle (on a daily basis) to ensure that all systems – lights, brakes, horn, siren, tires, signaling etc. are in good working condition and reporting problems / malfunctions immediately.
    Checking and verifying that the engine oil , battery, brake fluid and fuel levels are adequate.
    Ensuring that the allocated vehicle is properly maintained and stocked with spare tire, spanner, emergency triangle, first aid box etc.
    Ensuring that ambulances are properly stocked with required medical items, documents and other consumables and that all equipment is in working order.
    Checking and notifying the Head of Transport at least 14 days / two weeks ahead of expiry of road license and insurance.
    Ensuring that he/she updates and properly maintains the driver’s log book – mileage, record of trips and accounts for fuel consumption.
    Ensuring that only authorized passengers are carried and strictly follows the transport request procedures.
    Immediate reporting of any incident including delays, mechanical problems; accidents etc… – and taking appropriate action to rectify or solve the problem.
    Immediate reporting of loss or damage of company vehicles or other items (radios, jack, tyre…etc).
    Any other duty as assigned by the supervisor in line with the job description

    Personal Specifications

    A certificate in driving and a valid driver’s license.
    Minimum of 2 years of relevant working experience in Driving.
    Organizational awareness and detail-oriented.
    Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
    Teamwork and reliability.

    Application documents (CV and Certificates) must be emailed to vacancies@avenuehealthcare.com with the job position you are applying for as the subject of the email by 9th February 2023.

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    vacancies@avenuehealthcare.com