Consultant Gastroenterologist at Tenwek Hospital

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• To provide a high standard and full range of specialist diagnosis, treatment and care to patients who need
• gastroenterology services.
• To provide advice and assessment of patients as requested by the medical teams during routine rounds.
• To cover the day ward, outpatients and endoscopy sessions.
• To participate in the Tenwek Hospital's audit programme.
• To contribute to the development of Clinical Quality Standards.
• To undertake all necessary administrative duties associated with the care of his/her patients, including but not limited to
• clinical coding, discharge summaries, letters and reports.
• To be responsible to the Director of Medical Services for the effective and efficient use of the resources under his/her
• control and for the quality of care delivered.
• To contribute to the planning and development of endoscopy services.
• To contribute to Tenwek Hospital's meetings and clinical governance programme.
• To contribute to the teaching of Tenwek Hospital's residents and staff.
• To contribute to the academic life of Tenwek Hospitaland to promote and undertake research initiatives should this
• become relevant.
• Carry out the necessary clinical duties to ensure the optimum care and treatment of patients.
• Comply with the work schedule as developed by the Hospital.
• Promote patient care by liaison with all departments.
• Participate in local and national specialty clinical meetings
• To maintain and develop professional expertise through self-directed learning and continuous professional development.

Minimum Requirements

• MBChB or equivalent recognized by KMPDC.
• Master of Medicine degree or equivalent recognized specialty qualification.
• Sub-specialty fellowship recognized by KMPDC.
• Registered or eligible for registration by KMPDC.
• Minimum 5 years experience post-graduate training.
• Should have at least 1-year experience working as a Sub-specialist.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead a multi-disciplinary team