Interventional Cardiologist at Tenwek Hospital

Position Summary

• The Interventional Cardiologist will provide comprehensive diagnostic, therapeutic, and interventional cardiology services to adults and, where appropriately trained, pediatric patients. The successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of exceptional cardiovascular care through clinical excellence, procedural expertise, teaching, mentorship, research, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities/Duties/Tasks

• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with cardiovascular diseases through outpatient, inpatient, and consultative services.
• Perform and interpret diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures, including right and left heart catheterization, coronary angiography, balloon angioplasty, coronary stenting, and structural heart interventions within their scope of practice.
• Assess patients for interventional or surgical management and coordinate referrals where appropriate.
• Interpret and integrate imaging studies, laboratory findings, and diagnostic test results into patient management plans.
• Provide emergency cardiovascular care, including guidance and participation in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and acute cardiac interventions.
• Participate in multidisciplinary patient rounds and collaborate closely with cardiothoracic surgeons, intensivists, internists, family physicians, and other specialists.
• Support and manage patients requiring long-term cardiovascular and palliative cardiac care.
• Perform or develop competency in cardiac critical care procedures such as central venous catheter placement, pericardiocentesis, and related interventions.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive clinical documentation in accordance with professional standards and hospital policies.
• Mentor, train, and support junior physicians, fellows, medical officers, nurses, and allied healthcare professionals.
• Participate in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) training programs.
• Promote, participate in, and support cardiovascular research, quality improvement initiatives, and evidence-based practice.
• Contribute to risk management, clinical governance, quality management systems, and accreditation activities.
• Uphold the highest standards of professionalism, ethics, confidentiality, and Christian service in all interactions.
• Demonstrate Christ-like character and support the mission, vision, and values of Tenwek Hospital.

Qualifications & Experience

Academic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Master of Medicine (MMed) in Internal Medicine or equivalent specialist qualification recognized by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC).

Professional Qualifications

• Specialist Recognition in Cardiology by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.
• Fellowship or equivalent advanced training in Cardiology from a recognized institution.
• Fellowship or Sub-specialty Training in Interventional/Invasive Cardiology.
• Registration and Licensing
• Valid Registration Certificate from the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC).
• Valid Annual Practicing License in Internal Medicine and Cardiology.
• Professional Indemnity Cover.

Experience

• Minimum of seven (5) years of post-qualification medical practice.
• At least three (3) years of progressive experience in cardiology practice.
• Demonstrated experience performing interventional cardiology procedures independently.
• Experience in a tertiary care, teaching, or specialized cardiac centre will be an added advantage.