Medical Specialist II (Psychiatrist) (2 Positions) at Kenyatta National Hospital

Job Purpose

The Medical Specialists (Psychiatry) are responsible to Head of Department in the provision of specialized diagnostic, curative, rehabilitative and preventive health care services to the population under their care; they are entrusted to provide quality health care services.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assessing and managing patients;
• Conducting clinics;
• Training, supervising and mentoring postgraduate students, Medical Officers, Medical Intern and other students;
• Undertaking medico-legal duties including writing court reports and attending court sessions when required;
• Participating in medical examinations and in medical board proceedings;
• Participating in community diagnosis, prevention and treatments;
• Carrying out health education and promotion;
• Preparing medical reports;

Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s degree in Psychiatry or equivalent qualification from an institution recognized by the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.
• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) degree from a recognized institution by the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.
• Specialist recognition as a Psychiatrist from the Medical Practitioners’ and Dentist Council.
• Registration Certificate by the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.
• Valid practicing license in Psychiatry by the Medical Practitioners and Dentist Council