Medical Officers Needed at Turkana County Government

Turkana County Government

Medical Officers Needed at Turkana County Government,

Medical Officers Needed at Turkana County Government

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Turkana is the 2nd largest county in Kenya 77,000 sq.km. It is also the north-western most county in Kenya and is known mostly for its scenic landscapes and rich culture.

Medical Officer – 10 Positions

REF: TUR/CPSB/014/2022/2023

Requirements and competencies for appointment: –

  • Holder of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) or Equivalent from an institution recognized in Kenya;
  • Must have successfully completed one-year internship;
  • Registered and with current practice licenses as issued by the Medical Practitioners’ and Dentists Board(KMP&DB);
  • Experienced in basic surgical procedures;
  • In depth understanding of management of common medical conditions;
  • Must have good interpersonal and Communication skills.

Duties and Responsibilities: –

  • Management of patients in the outpatient, accident and emergency department and in patient wards using current guidelines and protocols;
  • Responsible for daily clinical assessments and prescriptions of treatment to all patients attending the hospital;
  • With support from the relevant Specialist, ensures running of scheduled Medical, Obstetrical& Gynaecologic, Paediatric and Surgical clinics in the hospital;
  • Giving relevant Health education information including explanation of tests and management options and procedures to patients;
  • Carry out lifesaving emergency and elective surgical procedures in the hospital;
  • Identification, co-ordination of referral of medical and surgical patients for further management and related support;
  • Support in the preparedness and response to Surgical and medical emergencies, including support to outbreak emergency response in the county as may be necessary.
  • Co-coordinating and ensuring medical teams in the department posted to; receive regular updated and timely continuous medical updates;
  • Undertake medical examinations to certify physical fitness of clients

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Medical Specialist II (Paediatric)

REF: TUR/CPSB/015/2022/2023

Requirements and competencies for appointment: –

  • Holder of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.Ch.B) degree or Equivalent degree from an institution recognized by Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board of Kenya;
  • Master’s degree in Paediatric and child health from an institution recognized by Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board of Kenya;
  • Certificate of Registration as medical practitioner by the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board of Kenya(KMPDB);
  • Specialist recognition certificate from KMP&DB;
  • Valid practicing license from Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board of Kenya.

Duties and Responsibilities: –

  • Attend to and provide medical management services for acute Paediatric cases and emergencies, chronic Paediatric cases, referrals in the inpatient and outpatient centers
  • Provide health care related to relevant medical Specialty to patients including; prevention, diagnosis treatment and rehabilitation;
  • Ensure implementation of validated clinical policies, tools, guidelines and protocols related to area of specialty in order to minimize clinical risks and extend best clinical practices;
  • In collaboration with other medical colleagues, carry out research and ensure exhaustive use of management tools in order to improve results and to always share knowledge among medical staff;
  • Ensure all clients related documentary during provision of services is updated in a timely manner as per the hospital policies.
  • Coaching, mentorship, teaching and supervision of Medical Doctors and other health workers in your area of work and on relevant required expertise;
  • Support trainings and reverse referrals to the link and peripheral feeder health facilitie

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Medical Specialist (Intensive Care)

REF: TUR/CPSB/016/2022/2023

Requirements and competencies for appointment: –

  • Holder of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.Ch.B) degree or Equivalent degree from an institution recognized by Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board of Kenya;
  • Master’s degree in intensive care and emergency from an institution recognized by Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board of Kenya;
  • Certificate of Registration as medical practitioner by the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board of Kenya;
  • Specialist recognition certificate from KMP&DB;
  • Valid practicing license from Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board of Kenya (KMPDB).
  • Must have at least one year of working experience in intensive care unit.
  • Must have good interpersonal and communication skills

Duties and Responsibilities: –

  • Provide care to critically ill patients in the intensive care units as well as supervise critical care staff.
  • Evaluate patients who may require critical care from the Emergency department or other inpatient units including consultancy for emergencies in other critical care units;
  • Team leader in the Emergency responses team and supervises medical house staff in medical codes and rapid response teams;
  • Ensure continuous medical cover for all patients admitted to the Intensive Care Unit and liaising with other medical specialist as required;
  • Ensuring plans are acted upon and specific diagnostic tests carried out diligently;
  • Train all staff in ICU management, maintain infection control practices and airway management;
  • Coordinate communication with patient’s relatives and referring hospitals;
  • Respectfully collaborate with a diverse set of team members.

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Medical Specialist (General Surgeon)

REF: TUR/CPSB/017/2022/2023

Requirements and competencies for appointment: –

  • Holder of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.Ch.B) degree or Equivalent degree from an institution recognized by Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board of Kenya;
  • Master’s degree in General Surgery from an institution recognized by Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board of Kenya;
  • Certificate of Registration as medical practitioner by the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board of Kenya;
  • Specialist recognition certificate from KMP&DB;
  • Valid practicing license from Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board of Kenya (KMPDB).

Duties and Responsibilities: –

  • Examine patients and making diagnoses to determine the need for surgery;
  • Reviewing patients medical history and planning the best procedure for treatment;
  • Evaluating and advising patient on the risk involved with having surgery;
  • Performing surgical procedures to prevent or correct injuries, diseases, deformities and patients functions while adhering to regulatory and ethical protocols;
  • Following established surgical technics during surgery;
  • Prescribing preoperative and postoperative treatments and procedures;
  • Ensuring sterility in the operating room and all equipment and instruments;

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Medical Specialist (Internal Medicine)

REF: TUR/CPSB/018/2022/2023

Requirements and competencies for appointment: –

  • Holder of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.Ch.B) degree or Equivalent degree from an institution recognized by Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board of Kenya;
  • Master’s degree in Medicine /Internal Medicine from an institution recognized by Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board of Kenya;
  • Certificate of Registration as medical practitioner by the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board of Kenya;
  • Specialist recognition certificate from KMP&DB;
  • Valid practicing license from Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board of Kenya (KMPDB).

Duties and Responsibilities: –

  • Reviewing patients medical history and planning the best procedure for treatment;
  • Undertaking “First-on-call duties including clerking investigation and managing patients
  • Conducting weekly clinics and theatre days
  • Managing health facilities at various tiers in communities.
  • Responding to intern call, trainings, supervising and mentoring medical officers(intern) and other students
  • Performing emergency surgeries, undertaking medical examinations and preparing medical Board proceedings
  • Carrying out community diagnosis, care and treatment
  • Ensuring data and information is collected, transmitted and utilized to benefit the customer and service provider
  • Conducting disease surveillance. prevention and control;
  • Carrying out health education and promotion and preparing medical reports

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Kenya Registered Community Health Nurse – 4 Positions

REF: TUR/CPSB/019/2022/2023

Requirements and competencies for appointment: –

  • Diploma in any of the following disciplines: Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing, Kenya Registered Nursing, Kenya Registered Midwifery, Kenya Registered Nursing/Midwifery or Kenya Registered Nursing/Mental Health and Psychiatry from recognized institution;
  • Registered Certificate issued by the Nursing Council of Kenya;
  • Valid practicing license from Nursing Council of Kenya; and
  • Certificate in computer application skills from recognized institution.

Duties and Responsibilities: –

  • Assessing, planning, implementing nursing interventions and evaluating patients outcome;
  • Providing appropriate healthcare services including integrated Management of Childhood Illness (IMCI), immunization, PMTCT, ante-natal care and delivery, providing health education and counselling to patients/clients and community on identified health needs;
  • Referring patients and clients appropriately;
  • Facilitating patients admission and initiating discharging plans;
  • Maintaining records on patients/clients health conditions and care;
  • Ensuring a tidy and safe clinical environment; and
  • Collecting and compiling data

Method of Application

Written applications, CV’s, copies of certificates, testimonials and Identity Card should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked on the left side the position being applied for and addressed to:

The Secretary,
Turkana County Public Service Board,
P.O. BOX 05, Lodwar, – 30500.

OR delivered by hand at the reception desk at Turkana County Public Service Board Offices located along Nawoitorong road Opposite Lodwar Club located off Kitale-Lodwar highway so as to reach the undersigned on or before Monday, 23rd January, 2023 by 5.00pm. (East African Time).