Jobs at Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral and Research Hospital

REF:V/FT/158/2022

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Provide orthopedic surgical services and services delivery in the orthopedic surgery unit of the hospital ensuring that they meet the expected standards and compliance in the hospital. 
• Coordinate orthopedic surgery referral services within and without the hospital according to the orthopedic surgery services needs in collaboration with other hospital sections and units and within the framework of the hospital and national referral policies. 
• Offer timely orthopedic services within the expected standards, complying with the established ethics and regulations in the hospital. 
• Provide medical research and training within the orthopedic unit of the hospital. 
• Provide specialized orthopedic surgery services’ advice to the hospital executive and other sections/units in the appropriate media. 
• Work with other medical specialists to solve single or multiple medical issue (s) or perform extensive surgery, as required by patients in the hospital. 
• Any other duties that may be assigned by the Head of the Department.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience 

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from a recognized institution. 
• Master of Medicine in Orthopedic Surgery from a recognized institution.
• Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council KMPDC). 
• Recognition as a specialist by the KMPDC.
• Valid Practice License. 
• Professional Insurance Indemnity Cover. 
• Proficiency in computer applications. 
• At least one (1) year of working experience as an Orthopedic Surgeon in a reputable hospital.

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Ref: V/FT/159/2022

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Should be able to conduct surgeries on the heart, lung and other chest organs.
• Management of patients in the outpatient clinic, inpatient wards and ICU. 
• Should be able to prepare patients for surgeries in consultation with other specialists like cardiologists, pulmonologists etc.
• Participate in continuous medical education. 
• Supervise junior doctors, registrars and other allied healthcare workers. 

Minimum Qualifications and Experience 

• Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from a recognized institution.
• Master of Medicine in Cardiothoracic Surgery from a recognized institution.
• Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC).
• Recognition as a specialist by the KMPDC
• Valid Practice License.
• Professional Insurance Indemnity Cover.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• At least one (1) year working experience as a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in a busy hospital.

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Ref: V/FT/160/2022 

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Performing examinations and echo on young children to assess and diagnose their condition.
• Analyzing records, reports and test and examination results to diagnose medical conditions.
• Discussing the results and explaining procedures with patients and their parents.
• Conducting ward rounds, clinics and theatre days as scheduled/directed. 
• Conduct medical research.
• Training, supervising and mentoring Pediatricians, Clinical Officers, Medical Officers, Medical Interns and other students. 
• Referring the patients to other specialists if necessary.
• Measuring and tracking the improvement of the patient’s cardiac health.
• Any other duties as directed by the Head of the Department.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience 

• Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from a recognized institution.
• Master of Medicine in Pediatrics and Child Health from a recognized institution. 
• Subspecialty / fellowship training in pediatric cardiology from a recognized institution. 
• Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC). 
• Recognition as a specialist by the KMPDC.
• Valid Practice License. 
• Professional Insurance Indemnity Cover. 
• Proficiency in computer applications. 
• At least one (1) year working experience as a Paediatric Cardiologist in a busy hospital.

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Ref: V/FT/161/2022 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Examining and managing children with GI diseases.
• Performing specialized diagnostic procedures like endoscopies to examine the inside of the digestive tract or obtain tissue samples (biopsies).
• To treat bleeding, swallowing problems, or other problems encountered in the gastrointestinal tract
• Consulting with other specialists, such as oncologists, in the case of cancer. 
• Performing other diagnostic (e.g., motility) and therapeutic (e.g., foreign body removal, polypectomy, injection therapy, gastrostomy placement, stenting of esophagus, dilation of strictures etc.) procedures.
• Performing liver biopsy.
• Should be able to mentor medical students and other junior doctors. 
• Undertaking research activities in the specialty and implementing the research findings to improve quality of service delivery.
• Any other duties that may be assigned by the Head of the Department.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience 

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Medicine from a recognized institution. 
• Master of Medicine in Paediatrics and Child health from a recognized institution. 
• Fellowship in Paediatric gastroenterology from a recognized institution. 
• Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council as a gastroenterologist.
• Recognition as a specialist by the KMPDC. 
• Valid Practice License. 
• Professional Insurance Indemnity Cover.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• At least one year working experience as a Paediatric Gastroenterologist in a reputable hospital.

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Ref: V/FT/162/2022 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement clinical decisions for specialized quality patient care.
• Implement hospital programmes within their respective specialities, including coordination of intervention activities, development and review of the protocol, SOPs, and work instructions.
• Training, supervising and mentoring Medical Officers, Medical Interns and other students.
• Work with other specialties for multi-disciplinary patient care.
• Undertake and support medical research and clinical audits, utilizing the data to benefit the patient while implementing the recommendations.
• Undertake all required patient care activities; emergency medical.
• procedures, ward rounds and communicating to patients.
• Champion continuous quality healthcare standards and patient safety guidelines.
• Accepts other responsibilities that the Senior Medical Specialist may request from time to time, such as representation on Committees, investigate patient management practices, and initiate new procedures and services.
• Coordinating and managing referral care within the framework of and national referral policies.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience 

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.Ch.B) degree from a recognized institution by the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.
• Master’s Degree in Paediatrics or equivalent from the University of Nairobi or any other recognized University by the Medical Practitioner and Dentist Council.
• Sub-specialization in Haemato-oncology or equivalent qualification from an Institution recognized by the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.
• Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council as a gastroenterologist.
• Recognition as a specialist by the KMPDC. 
• Valid Practice License from Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.
• Professional Insurance Indemnity Cover.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• At least one year working experience as a Paediatric Haemato-oncologist in a reputable hospital.

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Ref: V/FT/163/2022 

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Diagnosing and treating children with cancer and other childhood cancers such as bone marrow disorders, leukaemia, lymphoma, sarcoma, neuroblastoma, and others.
• Providing treatment plans to parents and children who have been diagnosed with cancer, including surgical procedures, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, stem cell transplants and other treatments.
• Participating in clinical research trials to study new treatments or improve existing treatments for children with cancer.
• Coordinating with other health care providers to ensure that all aspects of a child’s care are being addressed.
• Performing diagnostic procedures such as biopsies and Bone marrow aspiration to diagnose patients with cancer.
• Educating patients and their families about the treatment process to help them understand what to expect during treatment.
• Providing support to patients during treatment through counselling and emotional support.
• Identifying risk factors that may cause children to develop cancer in the future.
• Providing follow-up care to patients after they have finished treatment, monitoring for signs of recurrence, and helping them cope with any lasting effects of treatment or illness.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience 

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery or equivalent from the University of Nairobi or any other recognized University by the Medical Practitioner and Dentist Council.
• Master of Medicine in Paediatrics and Child health or equivalent from the University of Nairobi or any other recognized University by the Medical Practitioner and Dentist Council.
• Fellowship in Paediatric Oncology from a recognized institution or equivalent qualification from an institution recognized by the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.
• Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.
• Recognition as a specialist by the KMPDC. 
• Valid Practice License from Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.
• Professional Insurance Indemnity Cover.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• At least one (1) year working experience as a Paediatric Oncologist in a reputable hospital. 

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Ref: - V/FT/164/2022

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Provide developmental assessment and clinical care to pediatric patients, working collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Identifying specific developmental and psychological disorders in children and ensuring they receive the care they need so that they can thrive.
• Creating a therapy program to overcome their developmental obstacles.
• Confer with parents on an as-needed basis, offering them resources and mediating parent/provider conflict, as well as discussing children’s assessments, needs and interests, and strategies to use in facilitating children’s growth and development.
• Actively support parental involvement by planning and facilitating responsive and directed parent activities.
• To teach parents, educators, and other caretakers how to help their child achieve his or her goals and reach their potential.
• To work with social services and community assistance agencies to compile resources, organize educational and childcare arrangements, and make referrals when necessary.
• Teach and mentor medical students, nurses and other doctors in the delivery of clinical care.
• Any other duties that may be assigned by the Head of the Department.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience 

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.Ch.B) degree from a recognized institution by the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.
• Master’s Degree in Paediatrics and Child health or equivalent from the University of Nairobi or any other recognized University by the Medical Practitioner and Dentist Council.
• Fellowship in Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics from a recognized institution.
• Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.
• Recognition as a specialist by the KMPDC. 
• Valid Practice License from Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.
• Professional Insurance Indemnity Cover.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• At least one year working experience as a Paediatric Developmental Specialist in a reputable hospital.

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Ref: V/FT/165/2022

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Diagnose complex medical problems by referring to a patient’s history, examining them and conducting neurological tests. 
• Counsel patients on neurological disorders and its background. 
• Order neurological tests and interpret the results of neuroimaging studies.
• Monitor the behavioral and cognitive side effects of treatment and medication. 
• Order supportive care services for patients.
• Participate in research activities. 
• Perform and interpret electroencephalography, electromyography and nerve conduction velocity tests.
• To mentor medical students and other junior doctors. 
• Any other duties that may be assigned by the Head of the Department.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.Ch.B) degree from a recognized institution by the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.
• Master’s Degree in Paediatrics and Child health or equivalent from the University of Nairobi or any other recognized University by the Medical Practitioner and Dentist Council.
• Fellowship in Paediatric Neurology from a recognized institution.
• Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.

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Ref:V/FT/166/2022 

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Treating conditions of the ears, upper pharynx and oral cavity, larynx, nose, face and neck. 
• Treating nosebleeds, tonsillectomies, adenoidectomies, infected mastoids and sinusitis. 
• Assisting patients with a limited or altered sense of smell. 
• Treating patients with tumors in the head or neck or patients with a defect in the ear, nose, or throat.
• Collaborating with other medical practitioners. 
• vAny other duties that may be assigned by the Head of the Department.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.Ch.B) degree from a recognized institution by the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.
• Master’s Degree in Paediatrics and Child health or equivalent from the University of Nairobi or any other recognized University by the Medical Practitioner and Dentist Council.
• Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.
• Recognition as a specialist by the KMPDC. 
• Valid Practice License from Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.
• Professional Insurance Indemnity Cover.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• At least one year working experience as a Paediatric ENT Surgeon in a busy hospital.

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Ref- V/FT/167/2022 

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Diagnosis of orofacial diseases/conditions, prescribe appropriate investigations and formulate treatment plans.
• Performing specific dental procedures in areas that include conservative and restorative dentistry, aesthetic dentistry, prosthetic rehabilitation, endodontics, minor oral surgery and orthodontics.
• Supervision, training and mentorship of dental officers, dental interns and students.
• Undertaking call duties to review and manage patients with urgent/emergency conditions.
• Participating in the multidisciplinary management of patients.
• Conducting age assessment and writing dental reports.
• Undertaking medico-legal duties such as completing insurance dental/medical reports, P3 forms and judicial attendance.
• Conducting oral health community outreaches/camps.
• Taking part in the formulation and implementation of the departmental annual work plans.
• Formulate, review and implement dental policies, standards, guidelines and protocols.
• Awareness creation and promotion of preventive dentistry.
• Establishment and maintaining a dental health information system.
• Conduct research to advance dental sciences and provide solutions to existing problem areas.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience 

• Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) degree or any other equivalent qualification from an institution recognized by the Kenya medical practitioners and dentists’ council.
• Master of dental surgery (MDS) in paediatric dentistry from an institution recognized by the Kenya medical practitioners and dentists’ council.
• Specialist recognition certificate from the Kenya medical practitioners and dentists’ council.
• Registration certificate from the Kenya medical practitioners and dentists’ council.
• A valid practising license from the Kenya medical practitioners and dentists’ council.
• Professional Indemnity Cover.
• Proficiency in computer applications. 
• At least one year working experience as a Paediatric Dentist in a busy hospital.

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Ref- V/FT/169/2022 

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Generate medical information and review patient medical history in order to guide and inform the appropriate diagnosis procedures in the Molecular Imaging Centre (IMIC) and radiology unit of the hospital. 
• Receive patients referred from other medical units for PET/CT Scanning, radiologic and other imaging diagnosis, and schedule them for the respective radiology and therapeutic procedures in the hospital.
• Perform or interpret nuclear imaging procedures including positron emission tomography (PET), nuclear cardiology treadmill studies in the hospital. 
• Prepare comprehensive interpretive reports of findings and communicate examination results or diagnostic information to referring physicians, patients and families in the hospital. 
• Provide advanced PET/CT Imaging and other nuclear medicine services in order to diagnose complex or complicated medical conditions among patients in the hospital.
• Examine patients to establish their fit and suitability for administration of nuclear examinations in the hospital. 
• Provide counselling to nuclear imaging patients to explain the processes, risks, benefits, or alternative treatments in the hospital. 
• Formulate, enforce, and ensure radio safety standards and procedures and duly implemented and followed in the nuclear imaging unit of the hospital. 
• Develop and monitor procedures to ensure adequate quality control of nuclear imaging and therapeutic services in the hospital. 
• Ensure that IMIC Imaging machines, equipment and tools are in good working condition and inform biomedical engineering department of the same for timely and quality imaging services delivery in the hospital. 
• Provide clinical research and training to students in the IMIC unit of the hospital.
• Mentor and guide junior radiology staff, interns and students in the IMIC unit of the hospital. 

Minimum Qualifications 

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery or equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Master of Medicine in Radiology and/or Imaging or equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Fellowship in Nuclear Medicine from a recognized institution or College. 
• Experience with PET/CT and/or SPECT/CT Technology in molecular imaging 
• Proficiency in Computer applications 
• Knowledge of professional standards 
• Proven track record of clinical research and training in a reputable institution 
• Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council 
• Valid Practice License.
• Professional Insurance Indemnity Cover.
• Registration with The Kenya Nuclear Regulatory Authority.
• At least one (1) year working experience in a busy Nuclear Medicine Department.
• Radiologists with prior PET CT experience in a busy hospital / diagnostic centre are also encouraged to apply.

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Ref: V/FT/170/2022 

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Correctly interpret PET/CT and SPECT/CT Request forms and ensure they have been approved and protocoled by the Nuclear Medicine Physician 
• Consult with the Nuclear Medicine Physician in case of any doubt in the requests and/or protocols 
• Clerking Patients for Scans 
• Explain to the patients the procedure and make sure they understand what to expect at each and every step. 
• Reconstitution of Radiopharmaceuticals 
• Performing PET/SPECT/Planar Examinations 
• Manipulation of the acquired data 
• Responsible for patient safety including pre-screening for contraindications, aseptic injection technique, etc. and radiation safety/regulations, including proper documentation and technique when working with radioactive materials/patients 
• Troubleshoot the scanner, coach and peripheral equipment 
• Maintenance and dissemination of the acquired scans
• Documentation and maintenance of departmental records 
• Stock control 

Minimum Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Medicine or Medical Imaging or Diploma in Nuclear Medicine or Medical Imaging with additional training in PET/CT and SPECT/CT Technology or equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Certificate in basic life support.
• Proficiency in Computer applications 
• Proven track record of clinical research and training in a reputable institution 
• Up to date certification with The Kenya Nuclear Regulatory Authority.
• Prior experience in the Nuclear Medicine Department is an added advantage, but not mandatory.

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Ref: V/FT/171/2022 

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Developing equipment specifications for radiation therapy treatment, Nuclear Medicine and diagnostic imaging. 
• Developing procedures for the initial and continuing evaluation of radiation therapy treatment, nuclear medicine, and diagnostic imaging equipment. 
• Providing evidence of compliance of equipment for radiation therapy treatment,Nuclear Medicine and Diagnostic imaging with regulatory and accreditation agency rules and recommendations. 
• Performing acceptance testing, evaluation and commissioning of equipment used for radiation therapy treatment, Nuclear Medicine, and Diagnostic imaging. 
• Approving radiation oncology technical procedures prior to clinical use. 
• Developing and managing a comprehensive Quality Management Program that monitors, evaluates, and optimizes radiation oncology processes. 
• Providing radiation oncology physics and radiation dosimetry training for medical practitioners and students posted in the department. 
• Measuring and characterizing medical radiation from radiopharmaceuticals prior to clinical utilization. 
• Participating in the development and implementation of strategic plans for Medical Physics. 
• Ensuring compliance with statutory standards. 

Minimum qualifications 

• Master’s degree in Medical Physics from a recognized institution. 
• Must be a registered member with the relevant registration body and hold a valid practicing license. 
• Prior experience with cyberknife will be an added advantage.
• Proficiency in VMAT/IMRT treatment planning. 
• In-depth understanding of Radiation Dosimetry. 
• In-depth understanding of nuclear medicine. 
• At least 2 years’ experience as a medical physicist in radiotherapy center. 

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Ref: V/FT/172/2022 

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Competently perform a range of radiotherapy techniques, CT simulations and mould room procedures whilst ensuring high standards are maintained.
• Maintaining and evaluating radiation safety measures, Implementing Radiotherapy Policies, Guidelines, Standards and Procedures.
• Participate in departmental quality improvement activities iProvide information, support, and reassurance to patients, considering their physical and psychological and emotional needs.
• Practice high standards of infection control procedures in line with the hospital infection control
• Providing individualized radiation therapy treatments to patients in consultation with the oncology team using the available equipment in the hospital i.e. Linac, brachytherapy and Cyberknife.
• Explaining the process to patients and answering any questions.
• Administering radiation therapies as per patient treatment plans.
• Using medical imaging equipment to ensure treatments are delivered accurately.
• Assessing patients’ reactions to treatments, providing advice on the side effects of treatments, and methods of alleviating these.
• Monitoring the progress of patients undergoing radiotherapy and suggesting amendments to treatment plans, when necessary.

Minimum qualifications 

• BSc. Radiation therapy degree from a recognized university or Higher diploma in radiation therapy with at least 5 years’ experience.
• Prior experience with cyberknife will be an added advantage 
• Must be a registered member with the relevant registration body and hold a valid practicing license. 
• Proficiency in using medical imaging equipment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Outstanding hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to empathize with patients while remaining professional.
• Experience working as a radiation therapist.

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Ref: V/FT/173/2022 

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Proper patient preparation including detailed explanation of the respective test.
• Performing echocardiogram study in and outpatient according to American Society of Echocardiography (ASE) guidelines.
• Write echocardiogram reports to be countersigned by the cardiologist.
• Assist cardiologist in performing specialized studies such as Trans Esophageal Echo (T.E.E), dobutamine stress echo and exercise stress Echo.
• Connect patients to 24/48hr holter monitor and disconnect them upon completion of the monitoring period.
• Connect and Perform exercise stress test (EST) on patients.
• Analyze and report on holter monitor recordings for the physician to review.
• Ensure timely dispatch of echo and holter monitor reports to patients or referring physicians.
• Collaborate with biomedical engineers to ensure prompt maintenance of equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of tests carried out by ensuring correct data entry on computer, report forms as well as in the registers.
• Any other duties that may be assigned by the Head of the Department.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience 

• Diploma in Cardiac Technology and other relevant and related field.
• Minimum training of 6 months in Cardiac Ultrasound/Echo-Cardiography.
• Registration with the relevant professional body.
• Valid Practice License.
• Training in nursing and clinical medicine will be an added advantage.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• At least 3 years’ experience in a busy cardiology center

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Ref: V/FT/174/2022 

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Conducting consultations to diagnose illnesses.
• Evaluating kidneys to determine treatment.
• Referring patients to surgeons.
• Treating and managing conditions.
• Recommending dialysis.
• Administering medication
• Managing patients with kidney disorders or injuries.
• Prescribe renal replacement therapy for patients with kidney diseases.
• Will be part of a multi-disciplinary team for the kidney transplant program.
• Consult other specialists especially in critical care units as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Maintain and ensure that relevant patient records are properly updated and filed physically and in the Health Management Information System.
• Supervise medical students and registrars.
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the Head of the Department.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience 

• Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBChB)/ Medical Degree)
• Master of Medicine in internal medicine from a recognized institution.
• Fellowship Nephrology from a recognized institution.
• Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC).
• Subspecialty recognition in nephrology by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council
• Valid practicing license.
• A valid professional insurance indemnity cover.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ working experience as a Nephrologist in a busy hospital..