Clinical Officer Job, Current Medical Jobs,

REF No: CO/01/2021,

Responsible for providing high quality clinical health care and ensuring smooth running of the hospital following established treatment protocols

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive and high-quality clinical services including (Take/review the patient’s history to ascertain the right clinical examinations and treatment and prescription of treatment) to patients.


• Order investigation and interpretation of results for diagnosis and explain the results to the patients and the intended treatment.


• Diagnose and institute appropriate treatment, write prescriptions, and carry out other treatment activities while ensuring that established treatment protocols are effectively followed.


• Attend to emergencies presenting to the clinic and recommend referrals for cases that cannot be managed.


• Ensure that all required observations and vitals, prescribed treatment and procedures are carried out and documented on patients’ charts.


• Create phenomenal patient experiences, including counseling and sensitizing patients through health talks on preventive and promotive health.


• Embrace, learn and develop in an evidence-based medical system in line with Karen Hospitals protocols.


• Ensure effective clinical procedures, rules, regulations which are consistent with organization procedures.


• When necessary, arrange for patient referrals or consultations to Main Hospital for specialty or higher-level management.


• Participate in outreaches or other activities such as health talks or community programs.


• Handle patient data/ information confidentially at all times.


• Prepare the weekly plans/schedules and reports.


• Ensure that the clinic environment is safe and complies with infection control standards.


• Document all aspects of patient care and maintain accurate and complete medical records.


• Actively participate in clinical training programs, including on-job training and skills building.

Qualifications

• Diploma/HND in clinical medicine and surgery from a recognized institution.


• Echo cardiology training is an added advantage.


• 3 years of work experience after internship


• Registered with Clinical Officers Council and have a valid practicing license


• Outstanding patient interaction/customer care skills are a must


• Great team player with drive for results and enjoys being part of a team


• Demonstrable leadership, Organization and decision-making skills.