Senior House Officer, Department of Surgery at Aga Khan University Hospital

Job Summary

The Senior House Officer, Department of Surgery assist with admissions, consultations, evaluations, diagnosis, and treatment of hospital patients.

Responsibilities

• Review and examine patients consistently by performing such duties as taking case histories, conducting physical examinations and ordering diagnostic laboratory & radiology studies
• Assist in the examination and observation of emergency cases
• Attending Operating Theatres with surgeons, Instructors and senior Residents
• Educate patients on wellness, prevention and early detection
• Initiate timely discussions with relevant consultants/departments to arrive at the best treatment plan for specialized cases
• Participate in the review and development of appropriate policies and procedures for patients’ health care to formulate best practice guidelines
• Periodically initiate and participate in clinical research activities, institutional quality improvement and patient safety activities

Requirements

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.Ch. B)
• Registration by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board
• Accredited certification in Advanced Trauma Life Support/Basic Life Support
• Minimum 1 year’s post internship experience
• Demonstrable competency and dexterity with all equipment utilized in the hospital environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
•  A learner who demonstrates good study habits
• Punctuality and sound time-management skills