Nairobi Hospital Job Opportunities in Kenya - May 2012

The Nairobi Hospital, a leading health care institution in Eastern Africa has excellent career opportunities for individuals who possess a passion for excellence, strong work ethic, are results oriented and are committed to continual improvement. 

The successful candidates will be team players with the ability to effectively influence support from and add value to a wide range of professionals.

Medical Officers: 

REF: HRD/MO/05/12

Reporting to the Accident & Emergency Coordinator, the successful candidates will be responsible for the following amongst others:

• Management, stabilization and treatment of patients.
• Providing clinical support including admission, discharge or referral to the appropriate consultants.
• Undertaking clinical procedures in Accident & Emergency Department, Wards and Clinics.
• ICU rotation.
• Maintaining patient confidentiality.
• Participating in continuous medical education programmes.
• Participating in major disaster management.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery.
• ACLS, ATLS, PALS qualifications will be an added advantage.
• Registered with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board.
• Valid practice licence.
• Two (2) years post qualification experience in an emergency setting.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to make quick and solid decisions.

Radiologist: 

REF: HRD/RAD/05/12

Reporting to the Chief Radiologist, the successful applicants will be responsible for the following amongst others:

• Evaluating of diagnostic images to ensure they are of diagnostic value.
• Providing reports for diagnostic images.
• CT imaging and interpretation.
• Routine and Doppler ultrasound imaging.
• Intravenous administration of contrast material.
• Fluoroscopic screening for special procedures.
• Providing guidance to Radiographers and Ultrasonographers.
• Participating in Hospital and Departmental CMEs.
• Contributing to medical imaging research and writing articles for the
• Hospital’s Proceedings Journal.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Masters of Medicine in Radiology.
• At least three (2) years experience in a busy Radiology Department.
• Proven skills in emergency radiology.
• Excellent interpersonal relations.
• Valid registration and annual practice licences.
• Exposure to computer aided reporting will be an added advantage.

Radiographers: 

REF: HRD/RDR/05/12

Reporting to the Chief Radiographer, the successful applicants will be responsible for the following amongst others:

• Performing radiological procedures.
• Producing images of high diagnostic quality.
• Assisting with diagnostic imaging services in Theatres.
• Providing services in the Catheterisation Laboratory.
• Using picture archiving & radiological information systems.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Diploma or Degree in Diagnostic Radiography.
• Registration with Radiation Protection Board.
• Valid practice licence.
• Two (2) years work experience.
• Detail oriented.
• Good interpersonal skills.

Pharmacists: 

REF: HRD/P/05/12

Reporting to the Chief Pharmacist, the successful candidates will assist in providing efficient pharmaceutical services at the in and out patient pharmacies.

Particular Responsibilities Include:

• Checking prescriptions for accuracy and suitability to ensure safe, economical and rational use of drugs and pharmaceutical products.
• Providing accurate drug information to patients and other users.
• Clinical checks on all treatment sheets and prescriptions.
• Preparation and labelling of extemporaneous preparations for both in/out patients.
• Participating in chemotherapy dispensing and reconstitution in accordance with the cytotoxic handling policy.
• Implementing hospital policies on drug use and pharmacy standard operating procedures.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy.
• Registration with the Pharmacy and Poisons Board.
• Possession of valid annual practicing license.
• I year work experience.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Electrical Technician: 

REF: HRD/ET/05/12

Reporting to the Assistant Engineer (Plant), the successful candidate will be responsible for the following amongst others:

• Ensuring proper functioning of all electrical powered equipment, appliances and installations.
• Maintaining, repairing and servicing electrical/electronic equipment including electrical distribution boards, consumer units and control panels.
• Installing and modifying electrical/electronic plant equipment.
• Conducting electrical safety tests on all electrical equipment.
• Performing preventive maintenance for critical electrical equipment and installations.
• Maintaining job cards for each assigned job.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Diploma in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution.
• 2 years work experience in electrical equipment maintenance.
• Good organisational, problem solving and interpersonal skills.
• Computer literate.

Plant Technician: 

REF: HRD/PT/05/12

Reporting to the Assistant Engineer (Plant), the successful candidate will be responsible for the following amongst others:

• Troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining Hospital mechanical systems.
• Maintaining and repairing plumbing, gas and drainage installations.
• Ensuring kitchen and laundry equipment, pumps, compressed air systems, pool equipment, oil fired boilers and steam distribution and recovery systems operate at optimal levels.
• Performing preventative maintenance.
• Ensuring safety of all mechanical equipment.
• Maintaining job cards for each assigned job.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Plant option) from a recognized institution.
• 2 years work experience. Exposure to hydraulics, pneumatics and mechanical repairs will be an added advantage.
• Good organisational, problem solving and interpersonal skills.
• Computer literate.

Surveillance Officers: 

REF: HRD/SO/05/12

Reporting to the Security Officer, the successful applicants will participate in ensuring security standards are maintained.

Particular Responsibilities Include:

• Safeguarding the security of patients, visitors, staff and property of the Hospital.
• Observing, receiving and obtaining information from the e-surveillance system.
• Ensuring proper record keeping.
• Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Liaising with external parties in the event of emergencies.
• Inspecting equipment, structures or materials to identify possible causes of security lapses.
• Coordinating the work and activities of the security foot patrol team.
• Reporting and dispatching available security personnel to incident scenes and continually monitoring the team’s performance at the scene.
• Conducting investigations and ensuring that proper evidence is acquired, preserved, corroborated and documented.

Qualifications and Experience: Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Diploma in security management or any related field is an added advantage.
• 2 years work experience in a similar position in a reputable institution.
• Strong investigative and analytical skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer literate.

If your background, experience and competence match the above specifications, please send us your application quoting the reference. Include testimonials and full contact details of 3 referees to:

The Human Resources Manager
The Nairobi Hospital
P.O. Box 30026
Nairobi - 00100 

OR recruitment@nbihosp.org

To be received not later than Friday, 25th May 2012. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.