Deputy Chief Orthopedic Technologists (2 Positions) at Nakuru County Government

VACANCY No. 03/PROM/2023/15

DEPARTMENT OF ORTHOPEDIC TECHNOLOGISTS

Requirements for Appointment

• Served for at least three (3) years of service in the grade of Senior Orthopedic Technologist.
• Have an advanced Diploma in Orthopaedic Technology or Degree in Prosthetics/Orthotics;
• Have demonstrated a high degree of professional and technical competences as reflected in the work performance and results and efficiency in organizing work and discharging responsibilities at the level of Chief Orthopaedic Technologist;
• Attended a departmental training course on supervisory skills development; and
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Carrying out clinical services in the hospital;
• Fabrication of orthoses, the static and dynamic alignment of appliances and fitting; 
• Evaluate the devices on the patient to assure maximum fit, function and cosmetics.
• Order, maintain records of supplies and ensure availability of the same;
• Guiding, supervising and counseling all the staff working under him; and
• Planning, supervising and coordinating Orthopaedic Technology Services in Community Based Rehabilitation, Primary Health Care Club foot care Programme and outreach Services