Head of Theatre at Nairobi West Hospital Ltd

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate theatre operations, surgical scheduling, emergency procedures and theatre utilisation
• Ensure compliance with surgical safety protocols, infection prevention and control standards, clinical guidelines and hospital policies.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary surgical teams and oversee theatre staffing, equipment, supplies and inventory.
• Monitor theatre performance, patient safety, surgical outcomes and operational efficiency.
• Lead clinical audits, risk management and quality improvement initiatives.
• Prepare performance reports and advise Hospital Management on operational improvements.

Qualifications and Experience

• MBChB or equivalent recognized medical qualification.
• Recognized postgraduate specialist qualification in anesthesia.
• Recognition as a Medical Consultant, with valid registration and a current practising license from the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC)
• At least five (5) years of post-specialization clinical experience, including substantial experience in theatre operations and surgical services management.
• Demonstrated leadership, multidisciplinary team coordination, clinical governance and patient safety experience.
• Strong organizational, communication, decision-making and resource management skills. Healthcare accreditation and quality improvement experience will be an added advantage.