Responsibilities
Conduct daily ward rounds.
Review and examine patients consistently by performing such duties as taking case histories, conducting physical examinations, and ordering diagnostic laboratory and radiology studies.
Monitor patients’ progress on a regular basis.
Participate in clinics on a regular basis.
Initiate discussions with patient and care givers to enable better diagnostic and therapeutic medical care and services.
Assist in the examination and observation of emergency cases by performing such duties as taking case histories, conducting physical examinations, and ordering diagnostic laboratory and radiology studies.
Attend to critical patients in a timely manner.
When necessary, carry out privileged and potentially life-saving emergency surgical and medical procedures.
Educate patients on wellness, prevention and early detection.
Provide materials, resources and referrals to patients, family members/care givers.
Educate patients on informed consent, choice of attending physician and right to seek second opinion
Initiate timely discussions with relevant consultants/departments to arrive at the best treatment plan for specialized cases.
Participate in establishing various planning parameters for addressing referral cases received at AKUH, N.
Engage nursing and ward staff in ensuring that all treating equipment is functional and available for patient care/treatment.
Participate in discussions with relevant members of the clinical care team to enable better integration of patient care activities.
Work closely with members of the clinical care team to reduce errors and waste, improve skillfulness and resource utilization.
Initiate discussions with consultants and colleagues to enable integration of clinical research activities, shared knowledge, institutional quality improvement and patient wellness activities.
Requirements
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.Ch.B)
Registration by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council
Certificate in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Demonstrates competency and dexterity with all equipment utilized in the hospital environment
Excellent communication skills
A good team player
Ability to continuously develop professionally
Demonstrates respect for diversity and is cultural sensitive and applies ethical principles appropriately
Seeks and accepts advice and adheres to deadlines
Punctual and respects commitments made
A clinician with a demonstrated constructive management of medical errors
Clinician traits of patience, compassion, responsibility, honesty, respect for others, self-awareness, logical thinking and intellectual curiosity
Apply via :
aku.taleo.net
