Physician (Specialist in Infectious Disease)- 2 Posts at Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital

V/FT/7/2023

Position Summary 
The Infectious Disease Specialist job exists to coordinate and provide Infectious Disease Specialist services, research and training in the hospital.

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Reviewing patient information of referrals from other medical professionals.
• Running diagnostic tests on patients with unidentified or drug resistant infections.
• Analyzing test results to create a viable treatment plan for patients.
• Consulting with other medical professional about difficult infection cases.
• Providing treatment regimens that are tailored to specific patient and population needs.
• Observing protocols in other healthcare facilities to identify possible contagion hazards.
• Reviewing population studies on infection spread and providing education to reduce risks.
• Assist in creating relevant infectious disease polices.
• Training other staff on infectious diseases and how best to manage them.
• Any other duties that may be assigned by the Head of the Department.
• Ensure use of all Hospital’s automated systems, as appropriate, including the Hospital Management Information System (HMIS)
• Any other responsibility assigned by the supervisor in the delivery of care.

Minimum Academic Qualifications 

• Bachelors’ Degree in a Medicine and Surgery from a recognized institution.
• Masters or Postgraduate Certification in Infectious Diseases from a recognized Institution.
• Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.
• Recognition as a specialist by the KMPDC.
• Valid Practice License.
• Professional Insurance Indemnity Cover.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• At least three years of working experience as Infectious Disease Specialist in a reputable hospital.

Soft Skills Required 

• Communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Observational
• Analytical skills
• Compassionate skills
• Team player