Clinical Officers at Central Bank of Kenya

Reporting to the Medical Officer in Charge, the Clinical Officer will apply medical knowledge and skills in the diagnosis, prevention and management of diseases.

• Give consultation services to all patients in the staff clinic, diagnosing, giving health education, counselling and treatment;
• Take patients notes, examine and document all findings both for legal reference and for the benefit of other medical staff;
• Liaise with other service providers to ensure efficient and effective management of patients;
• Refer patients to hospitals, physiotherapy, x-ray units, laboratory, external doctors and other service providers;
• Admit patients to the main hospitals and other specialized facilities;
• Perform outpatient medical and surgical procedures;
• Promote disease prevention and participate in employee wellness programs;
• Maintain confidentiality and impartiality in service provision;
• Participate in formulation of customer satisfaction survey questionnaire and its implementation;
• Responsible for medical equipment assigned to the incumbent and ensure budget optimization;
• Conduct medical examinations on new employees and food handlers (canteen staff) and issue certificates or advice the management on the risky food handlers;
• Accompany patient for overseas treatment;
• Keep up to date with medical developments, new drugs, treatments and medications, including complementary medicine;
• Promote good health, well-being and prevention of illness by active participation in education and wellness programs.
• Observe patients follow ups.

Qualifications

• Diploma in clinical Medicine and Surgery; or Bachelor’s degree in clinical Medicine;
• Registered with Clinical Officers Council of Kenya with a current practising licence.

Work Experience

Not less than five (5) years’ experience in a busy health facility.

Requirement

• Knowledge of health laws and medical legislations;
• Knowledge of pharmacy policy and legislative requirements;
• Knowledge of drug supplies and management;
• Excellent communication, analytical, planning, organizational and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to think strategically with creative problem solving skills.

Candidates are requested to note that:

• INCOMPLETE applications will not be considered.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.