Clinical Officer at Pearl Hospital

Job Summary

• Pearl Hospital is a Level 4 multi-specialty hospital in Laikipia County. Guided by our values of Quality, Efficiency, Professionalism, and Compassion, we are seeking a Clinical Officer to provide quality medical care through assessment, diagnosis, treatment and management of patients in accordance with established clinical guidelines and protocols.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct patient consultations including history taking and physical examinations.
• Diagnose and manage common medical conditions.
• Prescribe and administer appropriate treatment and medications.
• Order and interpret laboratory diagnostic tests.
• Provide emergency and first-line care to patients.
• Ensure adherence to infection prevention and control (IPC) protocols.
• Support implementation of hospital policies and clinical guidelines.
• Perform minor medical and surgical procedures within scope of practice

Minimum Qualifications

• Diploma or Higher Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery.
• Registered and licensed by the Clinical Officers Council (COC)
• Valid practicing license.
• At least 1-2 years of relevant clinical experience (internship included)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is an added advantage .

Key Competencies

• Strong clinical and diagnostic skills
• Good communication and patient care skills
• Ethical and professional conduct
• Decision-making and problem-solving ability
• Ability to work under pressure
• Teamwork and collaboration