Medical Specialist (Clinical Oncology) - 2 Posts at Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital

Job Purpose

To provide specialized clinical oncology care by diagnosing and managing cancer patients through integrated treatment plans that combine systemic anti-cancer therapies and radiotherapy

Duties and responsibilities
Reporting to the Head of Oncology, the position holder will be responsible for the following:

• Diagnosing and staging cancers through clinical evaluation, imaging interpretation, and pathology review.
• Developing and implementing individualized treatment plans that integrate systemic anti-cancer therapies (chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy) and radiotherapy.
• Prescribing and monitoring systemic therapies, ensuring safe administration and managing treatment-related toxicities.
• Collaborating with radiation oncologists, surgical oncologists, and multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive cancer care
• Participating in tumor boards and multidisciplinary case discussions to optimize treatment strategies.
• Providing palliative care, pain management, and symptom control for patients requiring supportive care.
• Engaging in clinical research, quality improvement initiatives, and continuous medical education to advance oncology practice.
• Mentoring junior doctors, interns, and medical students in clinical oncology principles and practice.
• Ensuring adherence to national and international oncology protocols, safety standards, and ethical guidelines.
• Any other duty as may be assigned.

Key Qualifications and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from an institution recognized by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.
• Masters degree in Medicine in Clinical Oncology or equivalent from an institution recognized by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.
• Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.
• Retention in the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council register.
• Recognition as a Specialist by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.
• Valid Practice License as a specialist from the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.
• Professional Insurance Indemnity Cover.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Compliance with Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya.