Medical Officer in Charge – Aga Khan Medical Centre- Homabay

The position

The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu (AKHK) is an Institution of the Aga Khan Health Service, Kenya, which is an Agency of the Aga Khan Development Network. The Hospital is part of a network of health facilities, which includes Hospitals and Outreach Health Facilities across East Africa. The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu is in an exciting growth phase and has attained acknowledgment of its quality by achieving ISO 9001:2015 certification, ISO 15189:2022 accreditation for laboratory services, Safe Care level 5 accreditation and is at advanced stage of attaining Joint Commission International Accreditation. AKHK has Outreach Health Services at Kisii, Kakamega, Kitale, Bungoma, Kericho, Kibuye-Kisumu, West End- Kisumu, Busia, Homa – Bay, Migori, Bomet, Eldoret, Kimilili, Nyamira, Kabarnet and an upcoming Medical Centre in Lodwar.

The Hospital is seeking to attract interested and qualified candidates to fill the following position:

MEDICAL OFFICER IN CHARGE – AGA KHAN MEDICAL CENTER, HOMABAY

Reporting to the Head of Outreach, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing consultancy and quality clinical judgment to patients. He/she will also be directly responsible for the management and supervision of the operational and administrative functions, activities and projects of the medical center.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assessment of patient and manage the patient case.
• Performance of investigative and therapeutic procedures.
• Perform minor surgeries.
• Re-asses, follow up patients and make patient referrals as necessary to optimize care.
• Comply with the hospital Confidentiality and privacy policies.
• Manage the daily operations of the medical centre, ensuring efficient workflow and optimal patient experience.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate clinical and administrative staff within the centre.
• Implement operational policies and procedures to enhance service delivery.
• Prepare and present regular reports on the centre’s performance to the Head of Outreach.
• Address and resolve patient complaints and concerns promptly and professionally.
• Lead and participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and safety.

The requirements

REQUIREMENTS

• M.B.Ch.B or equivalent from a recognized University.
• At least two years working experience in a similar position.
• Must be Registered / Licensed by the Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board.
• Competency in administration and emergency procedures e.g., ACLS, ATLS etc. will be an added advantage.
• Excellent public relations and communication skills.