For those applying for the positions below, kindly indicate the code: KNH/NAIROBI 2020.
MEDICAL SPECIALIST II, (PAEDIATRICS), JOB GROUP K4, (5 POSTS)
Job purpose
Reporting to the Chief Medical Specialist/Head of Department, the Medical Specialist II (Paediatric) will be expected to take full responsibility fo r patients under his/her care.
Duties and Responsibilities
Reviewing patients and instructing in writing all the recommendations;
Undertaking “Second-on-Call” duties including clerking, investigating and managing
Conducting weekly clinic and theatre
Training, supervising and mentoring Medical Officers, Medical Intern and other students.
Performing emergency
Undertaking medico-legal duties including filling of P.3 forms, court attendance and performing post
Undertaking medical examinations and preparing Medical Board Proceedings;
Carrying out community diagnosis, care and
Ensuring data and information is collected, transmitted and utilized to benefit of the customer and service
Conducting disease surveillance, prevention and
Carrying out health education and promotion; and
Preparing medical
Qualifications and Experience
Masters Degree in Paediatrics from the University of Nairobi or any other recognized
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.Ch.B) degree from a recognized institution by the Medical Practitioners and Dentists
Proven interest in Paediatric Cardiology, Paediatric Neurology and Paediatric Neonatology will have an added
Specialist recognition certificate from the Medical Practitioners’ and Dentist Board
Registration Certificate by the Medical Practitioners and Dentists
Valid practicing license from Medical Practitioners and Dentists
Retention in the Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board
Professional Indemnity
Evidence in knowledge and proficiency in computer
Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya,
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Those interested in applying for the declared vacancies and meet the job specifications are required to apply online and submit a hard copy of the Hospital application form available in the website with copies of certificates and testimonials on or before 18th February 2020 to the address below:The Chief Executive Officer
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:- For those applying for the positions above, kindly indicate the code: KNH/NAIROBI 2020 “CANVASSING WILL LEAD TO AUTOMATIC DISQUALIFICATION”
Apply via :
knh.or.ke
