Career Opportunities at Aga Khan Hospital Kisumu

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Taking history, examining, diagnosing, ordering laboratory and imaging investigations.
• Interpreting laboratory and imaging results.
• Treating patients’ common ailments at an Outpatient health facility.
• Implementing Community Healthcare activities in liaison with other health workers.
• Guiding and counselling patients, clients and staff on health issues
• Sensitizing patients and clients on preventive and promotive health
• Carrying out surgical procedures.
• Organizing health management teams and convening health management committee meetings
• Assessing, preparing and presenting medico-legal reports and referring patients and clients to appropriate health facilities.
• Comply with the hospital Confidentiality and privacy policies.
• Manage the daily operations of the medical centre, ensuring efficient workflow and optimal patient experience.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate clinical and administrative staff within the centre.
• Implement operational policies and procedures to enhance service delivery.
• Prepare and present regular reports on the centre’s performance to the Head of Outreach.
• Address and resolve patient complaints and concerns promptly and professionally.
• Lead and participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and safety.

REQUIREMENTS

• Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery from a recognized institution
• At least three (3) years’ relevant work experience.
• Current practicing Certificate.
• Membership registration to the relevant professional body.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Competency in emergency procedures e.g., BLS, ACLS, etc. will be an added advantage
• Evidence of continuous professional development.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receive and perform prescriptions’ appropriateness reviews and dispense drugs in a timely and accurate manner as per approved standards and procedures.
• Contact the prescriber and discuss any inaccuracy or illegibility in a prescription, document errors and communicate corrections with other inter-disciplinary team members.
• Verify expiry dates prior to dispensing medications to patients.
• Check and confirm that -each label placed on the medication contains the correct patient names & unique identifier, drug & dosage, quantity and directions for use.
• Compound extemporaneous preparations and mix certain intravenous medications as per laid down procedures.
• Counsel patients on drug administration and use of drug-related devices for optimum care.
• Maintain accurate and optimal drugs stock levels by following ABC-VEN guide, re-order levels and FEFO rules.
• Monitor Formulary drugs stock outs, slow-moving stocks and short-expiry stocks, and take appropriate actions other inter-disciplinary team members.
• Comply and observe the environmental health, safety measures and regulations by proper handling, storage and dispensing of medications

REQUIREMENTS

• Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology from a recognized institution
• Current Practicing License from the Pharmacy and Poisons Board.
• 3 years working experience in a busy facility, preferably a hospital
• Computer literate
• Able to communicate with medical professionals
• Able to work with a team of people from various backgrounds and training
• Excellent customer service skills and empathetic to patients of all age

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receive, process laboratory samples, and release accurate results in a timely manner following established procedures.
• Participate in maintaining and monitoring quality assurance measures, including internal quality controls and proficiency testing, to ensure accurate and reliable results.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Maintain detailed records and archives of laboratory procedures, test results, and other relevant data.
• Adhere to laboratory safety protocols and regulations to maintain a safe working environment.
• Stay abreast of new developments and advances in medical laboratory techniques and technologies through continuing education and professional development activities.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and standard requirements to sustain laboratory accreditation status.

REQUIREMENTS

• Higher National Diploma or Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Sciences from a recognized institution
• Minimum of three (3) years working experience in a busy medical laboratory
• Experience in an accredited laboratory will be an added advantage.
• Registration with the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board. A current practice license is mandatory.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent record-keeping skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Capability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team setting.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identify patient’s specific needs and adopt a care plan as necessary to meet those needs.
• Prioritize nursing care for critically ill patients based on assessment data and identified needs.
• Ensure a safe environment for patients through adherence to infection control practices and other safety policies and perform timely safety checks.
• Ensure documentation of all assessment data, investigation results, care given, discussions with the multidisciplinary team, family/patient interactions in an accurate, comprehensive and timely manner.
• Participate in nursing education activities, quality improvement projects, audits, spot, and skill checks.
• Participate in data collection and monitoring of department’s quality indicators.
• Carry out audits on IPSG, Infection prevention measures and documentation and actions on identified gaps.
• Uphold statutory regulations as required by Nursing Council of Kenya and the laws of Kenya.
• Safeguard the Hospital’s and patients’ confidential information and property.

REQUIREMENTS

• KRCHN, BSc. Nursing
• Valid Nursing practice license
• At least 2 years of work experience.
• BLS certified.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication, administrative & customer care skills.
• Be a member of a professional body