Job Description
V/IA/13/2023
Job Purpose
Reporting to the Head of Medical/Surgical Services, the Senior Medical Officer job exists to
provide general medical services to patients in the hospital; ensure provision of quality and timely
medical services, quality patient care and medical counselling at the KUTRRH. The Senior Medical
Officer will report to the Supervisor in the Directorate of Clinical Services and will be responsible
for a Section within the Directorate of Clinical Services that requires a section head.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
i. Provide leadership to Medical Officers and other staff in the section/unit to ensure quality
patient care.
ii. Ensure all staff in the unit/section attend to their duties in strict adherence to the duty rota.
iii. Participate in the strategic planning of the division in collaboration with other medical staff
in the unit for significant impact on the performance or business outcome of the hospital
and its sub-functions.
iv. Attend to patients’ medical needs, diagnose their illnesses and prescribe medicines and
other therapeutic interventions in consultation rooms at the hospital.
v. Follow-up on and observe the medical condition and progress of patients in the unit.
vi. Provide medical advice, counselling, health education and control measures to patients
in the hospital in order to prevent spread of diseases and injuries.
vii. Ensure use of all Hospital’s automated systems, as appropriate, including the Hospital
Management Information System (HMIS)
viii. Regular update of the Hospital Management Information System (HMIS).
ix. Work with other medical staff to solve single or multiple medical issues and/or participate
in performing extensive surgical operations in the Hospital.
x. Implement best practice clinical and patient care related policies and procedures in the
outpatient division of the Hospital.
xi. Refer outpatients to the appropriate specialized clinics and medical consultants within the
hospital for further diagnosis, treatment and management of their medical conditions.
xii. Provide quality emergency medical services to patients in the Hospital.
xiii. Implement the KUTRRH culture of team-based, fact-based and patient-based approaches
and work towards achievement of the hospital Vision in the Hospital.
xiv. Any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned.
Minimum Qualifications and Experience
i. Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from a recognized university;
ii. Must be a KUTRRH staff member;
iii. Must have successfully completed their probation period;
iv. At least three (3) years working experience in the capacity of a Medical Officer;
v. Must have a clean disciplinary record;
vi. Must have a Certificate in basic life support and Advanced Cardiac life support
vii. Evidence of leadership or supervisory experience will be an added advantage
viii. Good computer skills;
ix. Knowledge of relevant legislations as well as professional standards;
x. Proven track record of clinical research and training in a reputable institution;
xi. Must be registered with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council;
xii. Must have a valid practice license.
Key Competencies
i. Leadership and Team Management: Ability to provide effective leadership to Medical
Officers and other staff, fostering a collaborative and cohesive team to ensure the delivery
of high-quality patient care within the unit.
ii. Strategic Planning: Actively participate in strategic planning initiatives for the division,
collaborating with fellow medical staff to impact the Hospital's performance and business
outcomes positively.
iii. Clinical Expertise: Provide expert medical care by diagnosing illnesses, prescribing
medications, and implementing therapeutic interventions, maintaining a high standard of
patient care.
iv. Collaborative Patient Care: Ability to work collaboratively with medical staff to address
medical issues, participate in extensive surgical operations, implement best practices in
patient care policies, and ensure the provision of quality emergency medical services,
contributing to a culture of team-based, fact-based, and patient-centered care aligned with
the Hospital's vision.
v. Best Practice Implementation and Policy Adherence: Ability to implement best practice
clinical and patient care policies and procedures in the outpatient division, ensuring the
provision of quality healthcare services while adhering to established protocols.