Medical Officer

ABOUT THE COMPANY

The hospital was founded in 1937 by missionaries from World Gospel Mission and has since grown to be a leading teaching and referral hospital in the region and one of the largest mission hospitals in Africa. It is a non-profit faith-based organization, a ministry of Africa Gospel Church and in partnership with World Gospel Mission.
It has a capacity of 300 beds and offers a wide-range of quality and affordable primary and specialized healthcare services.
Through partnerships with various organizations, long term and visiting physicians (Facilitated through Samaritan’s Purse), provide Tenwek patients with expertise in hospital care, out-patient treatment (Supported through USAID), and HIV/AIDS care through the PEPFAR program.

JOB SUMMARY

The medical officer will provide high-quality, evidence-based medical care to patients while supporting the diagnosis, treatment, and management of cardiovascular and other medical conditions.Minimum QualificationsBachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) from a recognized institution.Valid registration and current practicing license from the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC).Certificate in Basic Life Support (BLS); Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification will be an added advantage.At least two (2) years of post-internship clinical experience in a busy hospital setting.Experience in cardiology, emergency medicine, critical care, or internal medicine will be an addedadvantage. Key Responsibilities / DutiesAssess, diagnose, and manage patients presenting with acute and chronic medical conditions.Provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient medical care in accordance with established clinical guidelines.Participate in the assessment, stabilization, and management of emergency and critically ill patients.Review patient investigations, formulate treatment plans, and monitor patient progress.Work collaboratively with Cardiologists, Cardiothoracic Surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated patient care.Participate in ward rounds, multidisciplinary team meetings, and clinical audits.Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential patient medical records.Educate patients and their families on disease prevention, treatment plans, and healthy lifestyle practices.Ensure compliance with hospital policies, quality standards, infection prevention and control protocols, and patient safety requirements.Participate in continuous medical education, research, and quality improvement initiatives.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Following care plans, Internal medicine, Medicine, Patient care, Nursing

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree