Interventional Cardiologist at Aga Khan Hospital Kisumu

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY
Reporting to the Medical Director and the Head of Internal Medicine, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the Hospital’s cardiology program. The position holder will be entrusted with delivering high-quality patient care in alignment with rigorous clinical governance frameworks and quality standards. In this dynamic role, the position holder will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to manage complex cardiology cases and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide high-quality and patient-centered care by performing advanced interventional cardiology procedures in line with current clinical governance frameworks, ensuring timely and effective management of complex cardiology cases.
• Conduct thorough pre-procedural evaluations and diagnostic assessments to determine the most appropriate case intervention strategy, including risk stratification, review of diagnostic imaging, and consultation with the multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient selection and procedural planning.
• Oversee comprehensive post-procedural management by monitoring recovery, managing complications, and providing detailed follow-up care along with patient education on secondary prevention strategies to promote long-term cardiovascular health.
• Take part in departmental initiatives to develop and enhance clinical protocols and services within the cardiology section, actively participating in clinical audits, patient safety programs as well as risk management initiatives to meet and exceed institutional quality guidelines.
• Collaborate closely with multi-disciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
• Mentor and train interns, junior doctors, and other healthcare professionals by sharing knowledge, participating in departmental meetings, participating in the Hospital’s Continuous Medical Education (CMEs) and initiatives/forums that support professional development.
• Support and contribute to the institution’s research agenda, staying abreast of the latest advancements in cardiology interventions and integrating evidence-based practices into clinical care.

The requirements

• Postgraduate Certification/Fellowship in Interventional Cardiology
• Fellowship in Cardiology.
• Master’s qualification in Internal Medicine
• At least five years of post-graduate experience of Cardiology.
• A minimum of three (3) years of practice in Interventional Cardiology.
• Be registered and licenced with the Kenya Medical Practitioners’ and Dentists’ Council.
• Ability to work with diverse groups and demonstrated commitment to advancing workplace diversity & inclusiveness.
• Motivated and inspired with a commitment to excellence
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification