Job Description
Valley Hospital is a leading Level 4 hospital in Nakuru City offering both inpatient and outpatient services. We are seeking to recruit a Resident Medical Officer (RMO) to join our Clinical Services Department.
This role is responsible for delivering continuous, high-quality medical care to patients across the hospital. The RMO provides timely clinical assessments, initiates appropriate treatment, responds to emergencies, and ensures accurate documentation and follow-up. Working closely with consultants, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, the RMO plays a vital role in maintaining patient safety, clinical efficiency, and adherence to hospital standards.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB)
- Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a facility of similar size
- Registration and valid practicing license with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC)
Skills Required
- Proficiency in general medical practice, diagnosis, and treatment
- Ability to manage emergencies and coordinate multidisciplinary care
- Excellent clinical documentation and communication skills
- Strong decision-making, analytical thinking, and teamwork abilities
- Ethical, compassionate, and patient-centred approach to care
Role Summary
- Conduct patient assessments, diagnoses, and prescribe appropriate treatment
- Manage inpatients and ensure timely follow-up and discharge planning
- Provide emergency care and initial stabilisation for critically ill patients
- Participate in ward rounds, case reviews, and consultations
- Ensure clear and accurate medical documentation and handovers
- Adhere to infection control, hospital protocols, and ethical guidelines
- Participate in Continuous Medical Education (CME) and quality improvement activities