Clinical Officer

Reporting to the Head of Outreach Clinics and the Medical Director (or his designee), the successful candidate will be responsible for providing quality and safe healthcare services to patients with the aim of ensuring optimal delivery of quality patient care, while taking administrative duties in the medical center. H/se will be expected to be an active member of the multidisciplinary health care team and contribute to the continuing professional development programs in the Hospital.

Key Responsibilities

• Guide and counsel patients, clients, and staff on health issues.
• Examine, diagnose, and treat patients’ common ailments at the facility.
• Review and examine patients consistently by performing such duties as taking case histories, conducting physical examinations, and ordering diagnostic laboratory and radiology studies in compliance with evidence-based practice and established procedures.
• Monitor acute and chronically ill patients’ progress on a regular basis.
• Provide evidence-based screening and wellness examinations, risk assessment, early detection, and education on prevention of illness.
• Initiate timely discussions with relevant consultants/departments to arrive at the best treatment plan for specialized cases.

Requirements

• Diploma in Clinical Medicine & Surgery
• Must be registered as a Clinical Officer with a valid practice license.
• At least four (4) years’ experience as a Clinical Officer in a similar or related setting.
• Must posses valid BLS and ACLS certification