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Kenyatta National Hospital Medical Specialists 4 Jobs in Kenya

Kenyatta National Hospital Management invites applications from qualified candidates for the following positions:-

Medical Specialist II
Ref:
 2014/07/01
 
Job Group K4 
4 Posts 
  • Medicine - 1 Post
  • Neurosurgery - 1 Post
  • Radiology  - 2 Posts
Duties and Responsibilities

The Medical Specialist II will be responsible to the Chief Medical Specialist / Head of Department and will be expected to take full responsibility for patients under his/her care.  

Specific duties will include:-
  • Performing clinical procedures and making decisions on patients’ management in the area of specialization.
  • Conducting regular Ward Rounds.
  • Responding to consultations from other clinical specialties.
  • Conducting specialist out-patient clinics.
  • Participating in assessment of patients as may be required by the Hospital Management.
  • Participating in research, teaching, training and supervising the performance of both medical and non-medical staff as well as post-graduate students.
  • Participating in preparation of annual budgets for the department.
  • Participate in Administrative activities of the department.
Qualifications
  • Masters Degree in Medicine (MMed) or Surgery from the University of Nairobi or any other recognized University.
  • At least one sub-specialization in the respective specialty.
  • Proven experience of not less than three (3) years at the level of Medical Specialist II.
  • Evidence of research and at least two (2) professional publications in reputable local or international journals on particular scientific findings/practices in the relevant field.
  • Interest or specialization in Respiratory Infectious is highly desired for Physicians.
  • Computer literate.
How to Apply

All those interested in these position and meet the minimum requirements  are requested to submit their letter of application together with a detailed C.V indicating qualifications, experience, current responsibilities, copies of testimonials and certificates  on or before 1st August, 2014 to the address below:

The Chief Executive Officer,
Kenyatta National Hospital,
P.O Box 20723 - 00202,
Nairobi.

Kenyatta National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and qualified candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.