Registered Clinical Officer III - 4 Posts at Vihiga County Government

Duties and Responsibilities

 An officer at this level will work under guidance of a Senior Officer, Duties and  responsibilities at this

• Taking history, examining, diagnosing and treating patients’ common ailments at an outpatient or inpatient health facility;
• Implementing Community Health activities in liaison with other health workers;
• Guiding and counseling patients, clients and staff on health issues;
• Sensitizing patients on preventive and promotive health;
• Carrying out minor surgical procedures as per training skill;
• Collecting and compiling clinical data;
• Referring patients and clients to appropriate health facilities.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have;-

• Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery or Clinical Medicine and Community Health from a recognized institution;
• Certificate of Registration from the Clinical Officers’ Council; and
• Certificate in Computer Application Skills from a recognized institution.