The overall purpose of this role is to provide expert cardiac care to in-patient and out-patient cardiac patients, including diagnostic and interventional procedures, in line with established clinical protocols and the hospital’s patient care objectives. The role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to manage complex cardiology cases and drive continuous improvement in cardiac care.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Carry out patient assessment, treatment and stabilization and other specialized procedures to provide curative services in line with established protocols
Provide high-quality, patient-centred care by performing advanced interventional cardiology procedures in accordance with clinical guidelines and governance standards
Conduct comprehensive pre-procedural assessments, including patient evaluation, risk stratification, review of investigations and imaging, and appropriate case selection and planning
Perform and interpret cardiac investigations, including ECGs, echocardiograms, stress tests, and cardiac catheterization studies, to support diagnosis and treatment planning
Perform interventional cardiology procedures, including coronary angiography, percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), and other catheter-based procedures within the scope of practice
Manage acute and complex cardiovascular conditions, including acute coronary syndromes, myocardial infarction, arrhythmias, and heart failure
Provide comprehensive post-procedural care, including monitoring recovery, identifying and managing complications, follow-up, and patient education
Collaborate with cardiologists, cardiothoracic surgeons, medical officers, nurses, and other multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated and comprehensive patient care
Refer patients for surgical or other specialist intervention when clinically indicated and participate in multidisciplinary case discussions
Participate in clinical audits, case reviews, quality improvement, patient safety, and risk management initiatives within the Cardiology Department
Contribute to the development, review, and implementation of clinical protocols, standards, and interventional cardiology services
Educate and counsel patients and their families on cardiovascular disease management, risk-factor modification, secondary prevention, and healthy lifestyle practices
Provide clinical supervision, training, and mentorship to medical officers, interns, and other healthcare professionals
Maintain accurate and confidential patient records and prepare clinical, medical, and management reports as required
Maintain continuous professional development through relevant training, conferences, professional forums, and review of current medical literature
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Postgraduate Certification/Fellowship in Interventional Cardiology
Fellowship in Cardiology
Master of Medicine degree in Internal Medicine from a recognized institution
Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery degree from a recognized institution
Must be registered by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Council and hold a valid practicing license
At least five (5) years of post-graduate experience of Cardiology
A minimum of three (3) years of practice in Interventional Cardiology
Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification
How to apply
If your background, experience and competence match the above specifications, please send your application (cover letter & CV/Resume) quoting the job reference number, testimonials and full contact details of 3 referees, to reach the undersigned not later than 16th October, 2026.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within two weeks post application, please consider your application unsuccessful. Please note that The Nairobi Hospital does not charge any fees from applicants at any stage,nor has it engaged a third party to facilitate this hire. All communications to successful candidates will be done using official contacts as listen on our website. Only online applications will be accepted.