Registered Clinical Officer I (Pediatrics) at Mombasa County Public Service Board

Duties and Responsibilities

Reports to the Chief Officers Department of Health Services and will be deployed to perform the following duties: -

• Taking medical histories from children and their guardians.
• Performing physical examinations to assess a child's health.
• Ordering and interpreting laboratory and other medical tests to aid in diagnosis.
• Diagnosing and treating common pediatric ailments and injuries.
• Managing children with acute malnutrition in line with integrated guidelines.
• Implementing treatment plans under the guidance of senior staff.
• Prescribing medications and intravenous fluids.
• Performing basic medical and surgical procedures.
• Performing procedures such as blood draws and lumbar punctures.
• Providing guidance and counseling to patients and families on health-related issues.
• Implementing community healthcare activities and health education programs.
• Promoting rational drug use and adherence to treatment guidelines.
• Documenting patient care and procedures in patient records or electronic medical records (EMRs).
• Reporting notifiable diseases to immediate supervisors and ensuring isolation when necessary.

Requirements for Appointment

• Higher Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery in Child Health and Pediatrics from a recognized Institution.
• Certificate of Registration from the Clinical Officers' Council.
• Valid Professional Practice License from the Clinical Officers' Council.
• Proficiency in computer applications.