Medical Officer

The medical officer will provide high-quality, evidence-based medical care to patients while supporting the diagnosis, treatment, and management of cardiovascular and other medical conditions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) from a recognized institution.
  
• Valid registration and current practicing license from the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC).
  
• Certificate in Basic Life Support (BLS); Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification will be an added advantage.
  
• At least two (2) years of post-internship clinical experience in a busy hospital setting.
  
• Experience in cardiology, emergency medicine, critical care, or internal medicine will be an addedadvantage.
  

Key Responsibilities / Duties

• Assess, diagnose, and manage patients presenting with acute and chronic medical conditions.
  
• Provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient medical care in accordance with established clinical guidelines.
  
• Participate in the assessment, stabilization, and management of emergency and critically ill patients.
  
• Review patient investigations, formulate treatment plans, and monitor patient progress.
  
• Work collaboratively with Cardiologists, Cardiothoracic Surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated patient care.
  
• Participate in ward rounds, multidisciplinary team meetings, and clinical audits.
  
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential patient medical records.
  
• Educate patients and their families on disease prevention, treatment plans, and healthy lifestyle practices.
  
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, quality standards, infection prevention and control protocols, and patient safety requirements.
  
• Participate in continuous medical education, research, and quality improvement initiatives.