Anatomic Pathologist at Garissa County

 Job Description

ADVERT NO:GCPSB/29/2020 ANATOMIC PATHOLOGIST

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Terms of Service: Three years renewable contract

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of surgery (M.B.Ch.B) degree from an institution recognized by Medical practitioner and Dentist Council.
• Master’s degree in Pathology.
• Certificate of registration by the Medical practitioners and Dentist Council.
• Demonstrate professional competence and managerial capability as reflected in work performance and results.
• Served as a Medical specialist-Pathology for a period of at least one (1) year.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Head laboratory/pathology services at Garissa County Referral Hospitaland Garissa Cancer Center report directly to the Medical Superintendent. He/she will supervise laboratory staff and services in the laboratory unit of the hospital to ensure timely laboratory services within the expected standards, complying with the established ethics and regulations.
• Microscopic evaluation of cytology and surgical specimens submitted to the laboratory and preparation of personalized reports for clients on the findings of these studies.
• Telephone consultations with laboratory clients regarding interpretation of laboratory data or other laboratory-related issues.
• Participation in the laboratory Quality Assurance programs.
• Supporting the Head of hospital in maintaining the turnaround times of all specialized pathologist reports within the established laboratory goals.
• Coordinate and provide laboratory research and training within the hospital.
• Work with other medical specialties to solve single or multiple medical issues.
• Monitor and evaluate progress and achievement of the laboratory unit and services, research in the hospital, prepare and disseminate periodic reports appropriately.
• Undertake managerial responsibilities, such as planning the workload and staffing of the department when needed.
• Carry out research and keep up to date with new information relevant to your field.
• Maintenance of personal professional competency and participation in the continued professional development by self-study, attendance at scientific meetings, and participation in internal training programs.