Healthcare and MedicalFull-TimeJunior-level(1-2 yrs)
Job Description
Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH) in Nairobi is seeking a Senior House Officer for the Accident and Emergency (A&E) department. The role involves providing high-quality clinical care, including diagnostic evaluations and emergency interventions, while working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Service
Review and examine patients consistently by taking case histories, conducting physical examinations, and ordering diagnostic laboratory and radiology studies.
Attend to critical patients in a timely manner.
Carry out privileged and potentially life-saving emergency procedures when necessary.
Monitor patients’ progress on a regular basis.
Initiate discussions with patients and caregivers to enable better diagnostic and therapeutic medical care.
Timely initiation of care pathways in accordance with international guidelines for management of patients with Acute Coronary syndrome (ACS) and Acute stroke.
Initiate timely discussions with relevant consultants or departments to arrive at the best treatment plan for specialized cases.
Participate in establishing planning parameters for addressing referral cases received at AKUH.
Engage nursing staff in ensuring that all treating equipment is functional and available for patient care.
Work closely with members of the clinical care team to reduce errors and waste, improve skillfulness, and resource utilization.
Participate in shared knowledge, institutional quality improvement, and patient wellness activities.
Counselling & Patient Education
Educate patients on wellness, prevention, and early detection.
Provide materials, resources, and referrals to patients and caregivers.
Educate patients on informed consent, choice of attending physician, and the right to seek a second opinion.
Requirements and Qualifications
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB).
Registration by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Council (KMPDC).
Accredited certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
Minimum of 2 years of post-internship experience, preferably in a busy emergency department.
Emergency medicine training is an added advantage.
Proficiency in MS Office Applications.
Strong communication skills and a team player mindset.
Ability to manage work-related stress and work with minimal supervision while being punctual and accountable.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the Aga Khan University recruitment portal by following the link provided in the application section.
