Medical Officer at Premier Hospital

Job Purpose

To provide comprehensive medical care to patients across the Outpatient, Accident and Emergency, and Inpatient departments. This role involves performing consultations, conducting necessary procedures, managing emergencies, and collaborating with consultants in patient care and management.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Attend to emergencies in the Accident and Emergency and Outpatient departments
• Provide care to patients in the Inpatient department in conjunction with the consultant
• Process direct admissions and admit patients when clinically necessary
• Participate in mortality and morbidity audits
• Diagnose and manage conditions according to established protocols
• Participate in health talks and outreach programs
• Engage in continuous professional development, including weekly CME sessions
• Collaborate with resident consultants in creating and updating clinical standard operating procedures
• Maintain accurate medical records and proper documentation of patient history and procedures
• Counsel patients and relatives on diagnosis and provide bereavement support

Minimum Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medicine and Surgery
• Registration with The Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board
• Valid practicing license from The Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board
• Active BLS and ACLS certificates

Personal Characteristics and Behaviours

• Strong knowledge of basic anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology
• Computer literate
• Familiar with locally available drugs and their indications
• Excellent communication and listening skills
• Ability to work effectively with teams from various backgrounds and training
• Excellent customer service skills with empathy for patients of all ages
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Culturally sensitive
• Commitment to continuous professional and pharmaceutical development
• Availability to work on holidays, nights, and flexible hours as required by the department