Medical Officer Job Vacancy

Job Overview

A reputable healthcare organization is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Medical Officer to join its clinical team in Nairobi. This opportunity is ideal for qualified medical professionals with strong clinical expertise, emergency care experience, and a commitment to delivering quality healthcare services.

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing comprehensive patient care, conducting clinical assessments, managing emergencies, performing minor procedures, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure excellent patient outcomes.

Position Summary

The Medical Officer will provide quality medical care across outpatient, inpatient, and emergency departments. The role involves diagnosing and treating patients, performing minor procedures, maintaining accurate medical records, participating in clinical governance activities, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and patient safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Patient Care & Management

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and clinical examinations.
• Obtain detailed medical histories and formulate differential diagnoses.
• Order and interpret laboratory investigations, radiological studies, and other diagnostic tests.
• Develop evidence-based treatment plans and prescribe appropriate medications.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans where necessary.

Inpatient & Emergency Care

• Conduct daily ward rounds for admitted patients.
• Review patient progress and coordinate timely discharge planning.
• Provide emergency medical care, triage, and patient resuscitation.
• Perform minor clinical and surgical procedures including wound debridement, suturing, lumbar puncture, chest drain insertion, and cannulation.
• Respond promptly to medical emergencies while adhering to clinical protocols.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate, timely, and legible patient records.
• Prepare discharge summaries, referral letters, and clinical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with insurance pre-authorizations and medical audit requirements.
• Adhere to hospital policies and regulatory standards.

Quality Assurance & Collaboration

• Collaborate with consultants, nurses, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Participate in Mortality and Morbidity (M&M) meetings and Continuous Medical Education (CME) sessions.
• Support clinical governance initiatives and quality improvement programs.
• Ensure compliance with infection prevention and control (IPC) protocols.
• Uphold medical ethics and patient safety standards.

Qualifications and Requirements

Applicants should possess:

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB/MBBS) or equivalent qualification from a recognized university.
• Valid registration and current practicing license from the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC).
• Minimum of 1–3 years post-internship clinical experience in a busy hospital.
• Current certification in BLS, ACLS, and ATLS/ALSO is an added advantage.
• Strong clinical diagnostic and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in Hospital Management Systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Skills and Competencies

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

• Clinical diagnosis and patient management.
• Emergency medicine and resuscitation.
• Minor surgical and clinical procedures.
• Patient-centered care.
• Medical documentation and record management.
• Infection prevention and control.
• Teamwork and multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking.
• Professional ethics and integrity.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Why Join This Organization?

This role offers an excellent opportunity to work in a professional healthcare environment committed to delivering quality patient care while supporting continuous professional development and clinical excellence.

Job Details

• Position: Medical Officer
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Location: Nairobi
• Experience: 1–3 Years

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to the email below.

Application Email: hr@scionhealthcare.com

Email Subject: Medical Officer

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