The Catholic Diocese of Ngong (CDN) seeks to engage a suitably qualified individual to serve in one of its prime health institutions. St. Joseph's Mission Hospital, Kilgoris (SJMHK), is a Christian Level 4 health facility located near Kilgoris town in Narok County, Kenya. The 82-bed (scalable to 200) institution, situated within a rapidly growing cosmopolitan locality, offers comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services and houses a School of Nursing scheduled to reopen soon under the Diocese. Kilgoris offers a serene and conducive semi-rural environment with a pleasant climate, making it an ideal setting for professional practice and wholesome community living.
Key Role
To provide overall clinical leadership while directly participating in patient care through consultations, treatment, and emergency response.
The officer will superintend the hospital clinical team, supervise medical interns and students, orient non-resident physicians, chair the Hospital Medicines & Therapeutics Committee (HMTC) and lead daily clinical rounds to uphold quality care, safety, and professional standards.
Participation in the management of the hospital shall form part of the officer's duties.
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) from a recognized university.
Valid registration and practice license with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC).
Minimum of three (3) years' post-internship experience in a Level 3 or higher facility.
Certification in any one of these: BLS, ACLS, and PALS (AHA or equivalent).
Demonstrated integrity & ethical practice, clinical leadership, and commitment work in faith-based healthcare
Terms
Salary scale: KES 140,000 by 6% annually to 187,500 per month plus allowances.
Housing available within the hospital premises.
Other benefits to be discussed upon appointment.
Permanent and pensionable terms within renewable target-based contracts & a 6-month probation.