Clinical Officer

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct patient consultations including history taking and physical examinations.
• Diagnose and manage common medical conditions.
• Prescribe and administer appropriate treatment and medications.
• Order and interpret laboratory diagnostic tests.
• Provide emergency and first-line care to patients.
• Ensure adherence to infection prevention and control (IPC) protocols.
• Support implementation of hospital policies and clinical guidelines.
• Perform minor medical and surgical procedures within scope of practice.

Minimum Qualifications

• Diploma or Higher Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery.
• Registered and licensed by the Clinical Officers Council (COC).
• Valid practicing license.
• At least 1-2 years of relevant clinical experience (internship included).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is an added advantage.

Key Competencies

• Strong clinical and diagnostic skills.
• Good communication and patient care skills.
• Ethical and professional conduct.
• Decision-making and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Teamwork and collaboration.