The Paediatric Surgeon at the Hospital specializes in performing surgical procedures on pediatric patients. This role exists to provide expert surgical care, improve the health and well-being of children, and ensure the highest standards of pediatric surgery.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Evaluate and diagnose surgical conditions in pediatric patients.
- Perform surgical procedures on infants, children, and adolescents.
- Provide pre-operative and post-operative care to patients and their families.
- Collaborate with pediatricians and other specialists for comprehensive care.
- Stay updated on the latest advancements in pediatric surgery.
- Participate in teaching and mentoring junior medical staff.
- Any other duty that may be assigned from time to time.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Master’s degree (MMed) in General Surgery or equivalent specialization from an institution recognized by the Kenya Medical Practitioners’ and Dentists’ Council.
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery degree from an institution recognized by Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.
- Served for a minimum period of nine (9) years relevant work, five (5) of which should have been in a Management position.
- Evidence of having taken a leadership course. v. Retention in the Kenya Medical Practitioners’ and Dentists’ Council register.
- Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners’ and Dentists’ Council.
- Recognition as a specialist or sub-specialist by the Kenya Medical Practitioners’ and Dentists’ Council.
- Valid Practice License from the Kenya Medical Practitioners’ and Dentists’ Council
- Professional Insurance Indemnity Cover.
- Proficiency in computer applications.
- Fulfilled the requirement of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.
- How to Apply:
For all applications, please indicate the subject as follows: JOB APPLICATION – [JOB REFERENCE NUMBER]. Please note that you have to attach the Application Form, Application Letter, Curriculum Vitae and Practicing License ONLY when you apply to the address below:
- The Chief Executive Officer Kenyatta University Teaching,
- Referral & Research Hospital
- P.O. Box 7674 – 00100 GPO
- Nairobi Kenya
The deadline for the receipt of all applications is 15 th September 2025. KUTRRH is an Equal Opportunity Employer YOUTH, WOMEN, AND PEOPLE LIVING WITH DISABILITY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. Please note:
A report from an approved Credit Reference Bureau
Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral, and Research Hospital does not charge any fees for application.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Successful candidate (s) will be required to submit the documents listed below to comply with the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010:
Certificate of good conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations
Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board
Tax Compliance Certificate from the KRA
Clearance from Ethics & Anti-Corruption Commission