Orthopedic Surgeon (3 Posts) at Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital

REF:V/FT/158/2022

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Provide orthopedic surgical services and services delivery in the orthopedic surgery unit of the hospital ensuring that they meet the expected standards and compliance in the hospital. 
• Coordinate orthopedic surgery referral services within and without the hospital according to the orthopedic surgery services needs in collaboration with other hospital sections and units and within the framework of the hospital and national referral policies. 
• Offer timely orthopedic services within the expected standards, complying with the established ethics and regulations in the hospital. 
• Provide medical research and training within the orthopedic unit of the hospital. 
• Provide specialized orthopedic surgery services’ advice to the hospital executive and other sections/units in the appropriate media. 
• Work with other medical specialists to solve single or multiple medical issue (s) or perform extensive surgery, as required by patients in the hospital. 
• Any other duties that may be assigned by the Head of the Department.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience 

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from a recognized institution. 
• Master of Medicine in Orthopedic Surgery from a recognized institution.
• Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council KMPDC). 
• Recognition as a specialist by the KMPDC.
• Valid Practice License. 
• Professional Insurance Indemnity Cover. 
• Proficiency in computer applications. 
• At least one (1) year of working experience as an Orthopedic Surgeon in a reputable hospital.