Hospital Oncologist at Nairobi Hospital

REF: TNH/HRD/HO/03/2023

Reporting to the Director Medical Services and Research, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following amongst others:

• Managing and treating cancer patients in a multidisciplinary team in coordination with other oncology subspecialties and the other departmental staff throughout the entire course of cancer treatment.
• Implement clinical decisions for specialized quality inpatient and outpatient care that includes provision of promotive, preventive, curative and rehabilitative services;
• Conducting clinical duties in addition to basic administrative duties, such as maintaining records, coordinating with other medical personnel, to offer treatment to patients.
• Champion continuous quality healthcare standards and patient safety guidelines
• Implementing clinical review protocols procedures and work instructions for the practice of specialized care
• Writing prescriptions, providing specific cancer information to patients, monitoring treatment plans and improving patients' quality of life.
• Caring for patients throughout the entire course of cancer treatment, from diagnosis to recovery or death.
• Ensure quality assurance is achieved on equipment, accessories and treatment plans to enhance patient safety
• Maintain accurate database of patient information and treatment plans.
• Active participation in Multi-Disciplinary Team meetings and able to consult widely with other sub specialties in Oncology for the best interest of the patient.
• Be research oriented and able to enhance evidence based practice
• Any other duty assigned from time to time.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Master’s Degree in Clinical/Radiation Oncology.
• Specialist Recognition from Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council
• Valid registration and annual practice license
• Minimum experience (over 3 years)
• Sound diagnostic skills and judgment
• Valid license from Kenya Radiation Protection Board with prior experience of working with linear accelerators and simulation equipment
• Delivery of radiotherapy in a facility equipped with Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy, Prostate brachytherapy, Volumetric Arc Therapy and Radio-Iodine Treatment will be an added advantage
• Detail oriented
• Conscientious
• Good analytical skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Good interpersonal relations
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (added advantage)
• Advanced Trauma Life Support (added advantage)
• Peadiatric Advanced Life Support (added advantage)
• Proficiency in I.T. with regards to Oncology Information System and ability to practice in a paperless working environment.(added advantage)