JOB SUMMARY
We are seeking to recruit a highly competent and experienced Clinical Pathologist to join our team.
The Clinical Pathologist will provide specialist pathology services, ensuring accurate, timely and clinically relevant diagnostic results while supporting patient care, laboratory quality and evidence-based clinical decision-making.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide specialist interpretation, validation and reporting of laboratory investigations.
Oversee diagnostic services across haematology, clinical chemistry, microbiology, immunology and molecular diagnostics. Experience in histopathology and cytopathology will be an added advantage.
Communicate critical and clinically significant results promptly to treating clinicians.
Provide clinical consultation on appropriate investigations and interpretation of complex laboratory results.
Ensure compliance with laboratory SOPs, quality standards, regulatory requirements and applicable KENAS and SANAS accreditation standards.
Monitor quality control, turnaround times, critical results and key laboratory performance indicators.
Oversee and supervise participation in external quality assurance programmes.
Participate in laboratory audits, incident investigations and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Support antimicrobial stewardship and patient safety initiatives.
Participate in multidisciplinary clinical meetings, CMEs and other professional development activities.
Collaborate closely with clinicians and other healthcare professionals to support optimal patient care.
Provide training, mentorship and professional development for laboratory and clinical staff.
Contribute to service development, clinical audits and evidence-based practice.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
The successful candidate must have:
MBChB or equivalent degree from a recognised institution.
MMed or equivalent qualification in General Pathology/Clinical Pathology.
Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) and recognition as a specialist.
A valid and current practising licence.
At least five (5) years' post-specialisation experience in a hospital or accredited medical laboratory.
Experience in histopathology/cytopathology will be an added advantage.
KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
Strong diagnostic and clinical judgement.
Commitment to quality, patient safety and clinical excellence.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
Leadership and problem-solving abilities.
High level of attention to detail and professional integrity.
Commitment to continuous professional development and quality improvement.