Psychiatrist

A reputable organization seeks a dedicated individual for this role. Key Responsibilities: - Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments, diagnoses, and treatment planning - Manage inpatient and outpatient psychiatric care, including admission, review, and discharge planning - Prescribe, review, and monitor psychiatric medications in line with best clinical practice - Provide psychotherapy and other evidence-based therapeutic interventions as appropriate - Monitor treatment outcomes and adjust care plans accordingly - Lead and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case conferences - Provide clinical supervision and mentorship to medical officers, interns, and other clinical staff - Ensure accurate and timely documentation of clinical notes, reports, and medico-legal records - Participate in on-call duties and emergency psychiatric services as scheduled - Uphold patient safety, confidentiality, ethical standards, and professional conduct - Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, audits, and clinical governance activities - Participate in continuous professional development and hospital training programs - Liaise with families, caregivers, and external stakeholders to support continuity of care - Support the development and implementation of clinical policies, protocols, and S.O.Ps - Any other duty as may be assigned Skills: - Strong clinical, communication, and leadership skills - Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team - High standards of professionalism, empathy, and ethical practice KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: - Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB or equivalent) - Master’s degree in Psychiatry or equivalent recognized qualification - Registered and licensed by K.M.P.D.C - Valid practicing license - Minimum of 2 years’ experience in psychiatric practice (mental hospital experience is an added advantage)