CLINICAL OFFICER

• Provide immediate care for work-related injuries and illnesses, including first aid and emergency medical assistance.
• Diagnose and treat common medical conditions that may arise in the workplace, offering advice on treatment and care.
• Refer employees to external healthcare providers or specialists when necessary

• Conduct pre-employment medical assessments and fitness-for-duty evaluations.
• Regularly monitor employee health and wellness through routine check-ups or screenings.
• Carry out health risk assessments to identify any potential hazards or health concerns related to the work environment.

• Ensure the organization complies with local and international health and safety laws and regulations on health.
• Advice management on issues related to occupational health and safety, including risk assessments and necessary precautions.
• Develop, implement, and review health and safety protocols, including emergency medical response plans.

• Design and promote wellness programs aimed at improving the overall health of employees (e.g., stress management, nutrition advice, and exercise programs).
• Offer counselling on lifestyle issues such as smoking cessation, mental health support, and work life balance.
• Coordinate vaccination programs, and other preventive health measures.

• Maintain accurate and confidential medical records for all employees.
• Prepare health-related reports for management, highlighting trends, potential concerns, and recommendations for improvements in employee health management.
• Manage worker's compensation claims and support employees through the process.

• Maintain accurate and confidential medical records for all employees.
• Provide first aid and emergency care during incidents or accidents at the workplace.
• Ensure that the workplace is equipped with necessary first aid supplies and medical kits.
• Lead or assist in the development of emergency response protocols for medical emergencies.

• Provide health education to employees, such as ergonomics, mental health awareness, and stress reduction techniques.
• Conduct training sessions on safety procedures, handling of workplace injuries, and general health best practices.

• Work closely with HR and management teams to handle cases of employee sickness, absence, or long-term medical leave.
• Advise on reasonable accommodations for employees with medical conditions or disabilities.
• Assist with return-to-work programs for employees recovering from illness or injury.

• Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery from a recognized institution or bachelor’s degree in clinical medicine and Community Health.
• Registration with the Clinical Officers Council.
• Strong clinical skills and knowledge.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in computer applications, including electronic health records.
• Commitment to providing high-quality patient care.

CORE COMPETENCIES :

• Communications

Inspirational – ability to convey messages with passion and drive employee engagement

Concise – simple and clear in communications, able to focus on the important elements

• Dynamism

Self-motivated – desire to exert discretionary effort, proud of own outputs

Pace and pragmatism – balances rigour with timelines for a fast- paced environment

• Influencing others

Persuasive – comfortable influencing / persuading others.

Coaching – looks to help others get to solutions rather than impose them directly.

• Strategic

Fairness – holds up a mirror to the organisation and acts in a consistent and fair manner.

Commercially aware – seamlessly makes the connections between performance of the business and the people agenda.

SKILLS/ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED:

• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Team player.
• Leadership skills
• Compassionate
• Honesty and integrity

• With all the departments in the region.

• The medical officer of health MOH/GOK as the situation may demand
• The various medical health facilities in the region.
• Non-governmental organizations and other organizations providing health-related services

• Personal initiative
• Maintaining patients' confidence
• Good people management.
• Timely and efficient performance of attending to the patients.