Registered Clinical Officer III - 20 Posts at Turkana County Government

Duties and Responsibilities

• This is the entry grade into this cadre. An officer at this level will work under guidance of a senior officer. Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:
• Taking history, examining, diagnosing, ordering laboratory and imaging investigations; interpreting laboratory and imaging results;
• Treating patients' common ailments at an outpatient or inpatient health facility; Implementing Community Health Care activities in liaison with other health workers; Guiding and counseling patients, clients and staff on health issues;
• Sensitizing patients and clients on preventive and promotive health;
• Carrying out surgical procedures as per training and skill; collecting and compiling clinical data;
• Assessing, preparing and presenting medico-legal reports and referring patients and clients to appropriate health facilities.

Requirements for Appointment

• For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -
• Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Certificate of Registration from Clinical Officers' Council;
• Valid Professional Practice License from the Clinical Officers' Council; and Certificate in computer applications.