Career Openings at KUTRH

 V/FT/45/2023

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Schedule and maintain use of surgical suites, including operating, wash-up, waiting rooms, and anesthetic and sterilizing equipment in the hospital.
• Review patients’ medical histories and records in order to determine anesthesia procedure before surgical operations and other medical procedures in the anesthesia centers of the hospital.
• Prepare patients for surgical operations and other medical procedures as required in the surgical theatres at the hospital.
• Examine patient medical history and records and use diagnostic results to determine risk related to surgical operations and other medical procedures in the hospital.
• Administer anesthesia to patients in order to prepare them for surgical operations and other surgical procedures in the anesthesia centers of the hospital.
• Collaborate with other medical professionals to determine type and method of anesthesia or sedation to render patient insensible to pain in the hospital.
• Monitor patients before, during, and after anesthesia and counteract adverse reactions or complications in the anesthesia centers of the hospital.
• Record type and amount of anesthesia and patient condition throughout surgical operations and other medical procedure in the surgical theatres of the hospital.
• Determine when patients have recovered or stabilized enough to be moved from the recovery room or ward or to be discharged following outpatient surgical procedures in the hospital.
• Guide and mentor junior anesthesia staff, interns, and students in the anesthesia centers of the hospital.
• Ensure use of all Hospital’s automated systems, as appropriate, including the Hospital Management Information System (HMIS)
• Any other responsibility assigned by the supervisor in the delivery of care.

Minimum Academic Qualifications 

• Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from a recognized institution.
• Master of Medicine in Anesthesiology from a recognized institution.
• Fellowship in Paediatric Anesthesiology 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 Pediatric Anaesthesiologist in a busy hospital

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V/FT/46/2023

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Implement clinical decisions for specialized quality patient care.
2. Implement hospital programmes within their respective specialities, including coordination of intervention activities, development and review of the protocol, SOPs, and work instructions.
3. Training, supervising and mentoring Medical Officers, Medical Interns and other students.
4. Work with other specialties for multi-disciplinary patient care.
5. Undertake and support medical research and clinical audits, utilizing the data to benefit the patient while implementing the recommendations.
6. Undertake all required patient care activities; emergency medical.
7. procedures, ward rounds and communicating to patients.
8. Champion continuous quality healthcare standards and patient safety guidelines.ix. 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.
9. Coordinating and managing referral care within the framework of and national referral policies.
10. Ensure use of all Hospital’s automated systems, as appropriate, including the Hospital Management Information System (HMIS);
11. Any other responsibility assigned by the supervisor in the delivery of care.

Minimum Academic Qualifications 

• 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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 V/FT/47/2023

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.
• 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.
• Ensure use of all Hospital’s automated systems, as appropriate, including the Hospital Management Information System (HMIS);
• Any other responsibility assigned by the supervisor in the delivery of care.

Minimum Academic Qualifications 

• 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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V/FT/48/2023

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Provide care to critically ill patients in the Intensive Care Units as well as supervise critical care staff.
• Evaluates patients who may require critical care from the Emergency Department or other inpatient units, including consultations for emergencies in other critical care units.
• Team leader in the Emergency responses Team and supervises medical house staff in Medical Codes, and Rapid Response Teams.
• Ensures continuous medical cover for all patients admitted to the Intensive Care Unit and liasoning with other medical specialties as required.
• Ensuring plans are acted upon and specific diagnostic tests carried out diligently.
• Train all staff in ICU management, maintain infection control practices and Airway management.
• Co-ordinate communication with patient’s relatives, referring hospitals.
• Respectfully collaborate with a diverse set of team members
• Ensure use of all Hospital’s automated systems, as appropriate, including the Hospital Management Information System (HMIS);
• Any other responsibility assigned by the supervisor in the delivery of care

Minimum Academic Qualifications 

1. Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from a recognized institution.
2. Master of Medicine in internal medicine from a recognized institution.
3. Fellowship in Critical Care Medicine from a recognized institution.
4. Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC).
5. Recognition as a specialist by the KMPDC.
6. Valid Practice License.
7. Professional Insurance Indemnity Cover.
8. Proficiency in computer applications.
9. At least one (1) year working experience as an Intensivist in a busy hospital.

Paediatric Nephrologist

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Conducting consultations to diagnose illnesses.
• Evaluating kidneys to determine treatment.
• Referring patients to surgeons.
• 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.
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the Head of the Department.
• Ensure use of all Hospital’s automated systems, as appropriate, including the Hospital Management Information System (HMIS);
• Any other responsibility assigned by the supervisor in the delivery of care

Minimum Academic Qualifications 

• 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

General Pediatrician- 3 Posts

 V/FT/50/2023 

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Conduct regular thorough examinations on newborns and young children to check and record their health and normal physical development.
• Examine sick children to determine their condition and ask intuitive questions to gather information about symptoms.
• Prescribe and interpret appropriate lab tests to gain more information for possible infections or abnormalities.
• Prepare and administer vaccines according to the governmental vaccination plan.
• Examine and treat injuries and refer the little patients to physicians of other disciplines when necessary (e.g. surgeons, ophthalmologists, orthopedists etc.)
• Advise parents on children’s diet, exercise and disease preventive measures.
• Keep updated records of patients’ illnesses, surgeries or other medical episodes (allergic shocks, injuries etc.)
• Keep abreast of advancements in pediatrics and best practices by attending seminars and conferences.
• Ensure use of all Hospital’s automated systems, as appropriate, including the Hospital Management Information System (HMIS);
• Any other responsibility assigned by the supervisor in the delivery of care

Minimum Academic Qualifications 

• Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from a recognized institution.
• Master of Medicine in Pediatrics and Child Health 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.

Clinical Pharmacist (ICU)- 3 Posts

V/FT/51/2023 

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Provide technical pharmacy and pharmaceutical advice and service to the hospital.
• Implement work plans and work schedules in the pharmacy of the hospital.
• Receive patients in the hospital and dispense medicines and other pharmaceutical materials to them in the hospital.
• Provide care and custody of medicines and other medical supplies in the pharmacy of the hospital.
• Coordinate pharmaceutical operations and services in the pharmacy in order to ensure that they meet the expected standards of sufficiency and quality the in the hospital.
• Carry out training and development of pharmacy staff, interns and student in order to enhance their performance productivity in the hospital.
• Record the movement and consumption of medicines and medical equipment and supplies, and well-updated drug register in the hospital.
• Implement duly all established pharmacy and pharmaceutical policies, procedures and process in the hospital.
• Supervise, guide and mentor junior pharmacy staff and students in the hospital.
• Provide specialized pharmacy and pharmaceutical advisory services to the hospital executive and the public though the appropriate media.
• Provide clinical research and training to pharmacy and pharmaceutical students.
• Ensure use of all Hospital’s automated systems, as appropriate, including the Hospital Management Information System (HMIS);
• Any other responsibility assigned by the supervisor in the delivery of care

Minimum Academic Qualifications 

• Degree in Pharmacy from a recognized institution.
• Registration with the Pharmacy and Poisons Board.
• Valid Practice License.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Cumulative working experience seven (7) as a pharmacists with one (1) year as a clinical Pharmacist in a reputable hospital.

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V/FT/52/2023 

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Providing routine care such as vision testing and prescribing glasses and contact lenses.
• Performing corrective surgeries, such as repairing injuries and corneas, and removing cataracts.
• Performing advanced surgical procedures, such as keyhole or laser surgery.
• Diagnosing and treating eye diseases and injuries.
• Managing emergency eye clinics, outpatient clinics, or other specialist eye clinics.
• Treating medical disorders that affect the vision through a holistic approach.
• Using therapeutic procedures and performing biopsies.
• Ensure use of all Hospital’s automated systems, as appropriate, including the Hospital Management Information System (HMIS);
• Any other responsibility assigned by the supervisor in the delivery of care.

Minimum Academic Qualifications 

1. Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from a recognized institution.
2. Master of Medicine in Ophthalmology from a recognized institution.
3. Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.
4. Recognition as a specialist by the KMPDC.
5. Valid Practice License.
6. Professional Insurance Indemnity Cover.
7. Proficiency in computer applications.

Interventional Cardiologists- 2 Posts

 V/FT/54/2023 

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Prescribing tests, treatments, and/or surgery related to the cardiovascular system when necessary.
• Maintaining detailed notes of appointments with patients, including comments, tests and/or treatments prescribed, and test results.
• Performing tests, when needed, to check the health of patients’ hearts and/or cardiovascular systems.
• Interpreting test results to determine how effectively the heart and/or cardiovascular system is functioning.
• Using medical imaging equipment, such as echocardiogram, CT and MRI scanners, to diagnose and treat heart and/or cardiovascular conditions.
• Assisting and/or performing interventional cardiology procedures such as coronary angiogram, PCI, pacemakers, electrophysiology studies etc.
• Providing support and advice to patients receiving long-term care.
• Training and providing educational support to junior staff, when necessary.
• Ensure use of all Hospital’s automated systems, as appropriate, including the Hospital Management Information System (HMIS);
• Any other responsibility assigned by the supervisor in the delivery of care.

Minimum Academic Qualifications 

• Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from a recognized institution.
• Master of Medicine in internal medicine from a recognized institution.
• Fellowship in 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 year working experience as a Cardiologist in a busy hospital

Cath Lab Radiographer- 3 Posts

V/FT/55/2023 

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Providing Cath-lab and general imaging services to patients.
• Processing, verifying and maintaining information relating to patients.
• Preparing medical examination rooms for patients.
• Positioning patients for imaging.
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the Head of the Department.

Minimum Academic Qualifications 

• Degree/Diploma in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Experience in Cath lab imaging.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Knowledge of relevant legislations.
• Knowledge of professional standards.
• Registration to Society of Radiographers in Kenya (SORK).
• Current practicing license from Radiation Protection Body.
• At least one (1) year working experience as a phlebotomist/phlebotomy field