Aga Khan Hospital jobs in Kisumu Kenya 2013

The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu is an institution of the Aga Khan Health Service, Kenya which is an agency of the Aga Khan Development Network.

The hospital is part of a network of health facilities in East Africa which include: Clinics, Aga Khan Hospital Mombasa, Aga Khan Hospital Dar es salaam and Aga Khan University Hospital Nairobi.

It provides medical care to the population of western Kenya region and works with leading clinicians in the country in the management of complex cases.

The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu has attained acknowledgment of its quality by achieving ISO 9001:2008 accreditation, ISO 15189:2007 accreditation for laboratory services and is moving towards Joint Commission International Accreditation.

The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu has also expanded its services to Kisii, Kakamega and Busia Counties.

The Hospital is seeking qualified candidates for the following positions:

Facility Manager

Overall Responsibility

The successful candidate will be responsible for the formulation of short and long term strategies for the Division.

Overseeing the Engineering, Biomedical, and Project Departments, the incumbent will supervise all operations related to these departments including environmental programmes and safety activities in compliance with all legal requirements.

In addition, s/he will ensure an accessible and safe environment for the patients, visitors and staff in the Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu and its satellite facilities.

Requirements
Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering with a Masters’ in Business Administration as an added advantage.
Registered or eligible for registration with the relevant Engineering Body.
At least 10 years’ experience in all Engineering areas including Electrical, Mechanical and Chemical Engineering and experience in hospital / medical equipment.
Training and experience in Facility Management will be an added advantage.
S/he must have excellent technical skills with proven ability to manage a team of professionals.
Experience in a JCIA accredited hospital is preferred.
Excellent PR and Communication Skills.
Senior House Officer (Resident Medical Officer)

6 Positions

Kisumu

Overall Responsibility

The successful candidates will be responsible for providing consultations and quality clinical judgment to patients in Ambulatory and Emergency Medicine.

Requirements
MBBS from a recognized University.
At least one- year working experience.
Must be Registered/Licensed by the Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board.
Competency in emergency procedures e.g. ACLS, ATLS etc will be an added advantage.
Excellent PR and communication skills.
“Merit Based Career Progression Guaranteed”
Dental Surgeon

1 Position Busia

1 Position Kakamega

Overall Responsibility

The success candidate will be expected to set up and competently manage dental services in the Medical
Centre at Kakamega in accordance with our quality policy which emphasizes continuous improvement of service to meet and exceed customer expectation.

Requirements
Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) from a recognized University.
Registration by the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board.
Current practicing License.
At least two years experience after completing internship preferably in a hospital setting.
Pleasant personality, team player.
Pharmacist

Overall Responsibilities

To provide leadership in the management, use and control of pharmaceuticals in the hospital and to work with all stakeholders (doctors, nurses) in ensuring efficient, ethical and safe application of pharmacotherapy in patient management.

Requirements
Bachelor of Pharmacy from a recognized institution.
Registration Certificate and Practice License from Pharmacy and Poisons Board.
At least one year working experience in a busy hospital setup.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite will be an added advantage.
Pharmaceutical Technologist

Overall Responsibilities

To provide quality Pharmacy services.

He/she will be expected to be an active member of the health care team in the Medical Centre.

Requirements
Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology from KMTC or equivalent from a recognized institution.
Must be registered and licensed by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board.
At least one year working experience in a busy pharmacy.
Knowledge of computer packages will be an added advantage.
Ophthalmology Nurse

Overall Responsibility

The successful candidate will be responsible for promoting and maintaining high standards of professional nursing care by planning, organizing, and providing nursing care services in the Eye Clinic while ensuring consistent provision of efficient and ethical care to achieve quality nursing care.

Key Responsibilities
Triage patients.
Provide Nursing Care based on laid guidelines.
Ensure that equipment and supplies are in place for safe patient care.
To support delivery of high quality Nursing Care.
Participate in Continuous Nursing Education.
Keep inventory and maintain stock levels of all equipment and supplies.
Requirements
Registered Nurse KRCHN/BsN will be an added advantage.
Training in Ophthalmic Nursing.
BLS / ACLS certificate and other unit specific certification requirements.
At least two years working experience in an Eye Unit.
Valid Kenyan nursing practice license.
Working knowledge of a Hospital Management Information System.
Excellent PR and Communication skills.
Accounts Clerk

Overall Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for executing systems, procedures and controls in the entire accounting function covering the accounting policies, procedures and control, manner of record maintenance and reporting requirements.

Requirements
Possess a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Accounting.
At least a CPA (II) Sec 4.
Minimum 2 years work experience.
Good Interpersonal skills i.e. communication and negotiation skills.
Problem solving and analytical skills.
These are challenging positions with an attractive remuneration package.

Applications including detailed curriculum vitae, names and contacts of three referees should be forwarded by 1st April, 2013 to:

The Human Resource Department
Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu
P.O. Box 530-40100
Kisumu

E-mail: ksm.recruitment@akhskenya.org

Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.