Psychiatrist at Tranquil Med Center

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments, diagnoses, and treatment planning
• Manage inpatient and outpatient psychiatric care, including admission, review, and discharge planning
• Prescribe, review, and monitor psychiatric medications in line with best clinical practice
• Provide psychotherapy and other evidence-based therapeutic interventions as appropriate
• Monitor treatment outcomes and adjust care plans accordingly
• Lead and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case conferences
• Provide clinical supervision and mentorship to medical officers, interns, and other clinical staff
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of clinical notes, reports, and medico-legal records
• Participate in on-call duties and emergency psychiatric services as scheduled
• Uphold patient safety, confidentiality, ethical standards, and professional conduct
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, audits, and clinical governance activities
• Participate in continuous professional development and hospital training programs
• Liaise with families, caregivers, and external stakeholders to support continuity of care
• Support the development and implementation of clinical policies, protocols, and S.O.Ps
• Any other duty as may be assigned

KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Strong clinical, communication, and leadership skills
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• High standards of professionalism, empathy, and ethical practice

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB or equivalent)
• Master’s degree in Psychiatry or equivalent recognized qualification
• Registered and licensed by K.M.P.D.C
• Valid practicing license
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in psychiatric practice (mental hospital experience is an added advantage)