REF – V/FT/86/2022

Position Summary

The Hospital Dermatologist coordinates and provides specialized dermatology services and participate in research in the area of specialization.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Recommend treatment options for skin cancer, along with common skin conditions such as acne and eczema.


• They evaluate moles, birthmarks, rashes, and other features to detect any signs of illness or abnormal development.


• They perform routine screenings and educate patients about risk factors and symptoms of skin cancer and other diseases.


• Diagnoses and treats conditions of the mucous membranes, scalp, hair and nails.


• Care for adult and pediatric patients.


• Examine the patient’s skin for any abnormalities or cancers.


• As required, requests and performs biopsies, sample tissue collection, and other tests.


• Examine the results of the patient’s tests.


• Patients are counseled and educated on cleanliness, nutrition, and illness prevention.


• Liposuction, laser resurfacing, and microscopic treatments are some of the cosmetic procedures you may do.


• Set patient goals and go over the treatment plan with them.


• Establish patient timetables, tasks, and medical requirements.


• Develop pharmaceutical or skin therapy treatment regimens to assist patients in achieving their goals.


• Prescribe medicines, hormonal agents, or topical therapies to patients, and keep track of their consumption.


• For advanced skin disorders or cancer, recommend surgeons or other therapies.


• Consult surgeons on patient procedures.


• Keep track of the patient’s progress and records, including symptoms, medicines, and therapies.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from a recognized institution.


• Master of Medicine in Dermatology from a recognized institution.


• Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council as a Dermatologist.


• Valid Practice License.


• Recognition as a specialist by the KMPDC.


• Proficiency in computer applications.


• At least one year’s working experience as a Dermatologist