The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu is an institution of the Aga Khan
Health Service, Kenya which is an agency of the Aga Khan Development
Network.
The hospital is part of a network of health facilities in East
Africa which include: Clinics, Aga Khan Hospital Mombasa, Aga Khan Hospital Dar
es salaam and Aga Khan University Hospital Nairobi. It provides medical care to
the population ofwestern Kenya region and works with leading clinicians in the
country in the management of complex cases.
The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu has also expanded its services to
Kisii, Kakamega and Busia Counties.
It is now expanding its services in Kisumu and Bungoma
Counties and is seeking qualified candidates for the following positions:
Senior House Officer (Resident Medical Officer)
3 Positions (Kisumu, Bungoma, Kisii)
Overall Responsibility
The successful candidates will be responsible for providing
consultations and quality clinical judgment to patients in Ambulatory and
Emergency Medicine.
Requirements
- MBBS from a
recognized University
- At least one-
year working experience
- Must be
Registered/Licensed by the Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board.
- Competency in
emergency procedures e.g. ACLS, ATLS etc will be an added advantage.
- Excellent PR and
communication skills.
Medical Internship - 2013
Applications are invited from medical graduates who have
successfully completed their M.B.Ch,B (or equivalent) undergraduate degree and
have been recommended to do their rotational internship.
Successful candidates are expected to commence their internship
from March 2013, for a period of one year.
Interested Candidates should submit the following documents as
part of their application:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Temporary
License from MP&DB
- Academic
Transcript and Credential letter from Medical School
- Personal
statement that includes future interests in Medicine
- Two letters of
reference
Incomplete documentation will automatically disqualify a
candidate from the interview process.
Only shortlisted applicants will be invited for
interviews.
Nurse
1 Position Kisumu & 1 Position Bungoma
Overall Responsibility
Provide quality nursing services including performing necessary
procedures at the Medical Centre in.
Requirements
- Registered Nurse
(KRN/KRCHN) or above from an accredited School of Nursing or University.
- At least one
year experience in a Medical/Surgical setting in a busy medical
institution.
- Certificate in
Theatre, Critical Care or Emergency Nursing will be an added advantage.
- Valid Kenyan
nursing practice license.
- Excellent
PR and communication skills.
We seek applications for Aga Khan Medical Centre in Busia.
Pharmaceutical Technologist
2 Position Kisumu & 1 Position Bungoma
Overall Responsibilities
To provide quality Pharmacy services.
He/she will be expected to be an active member of the health
care team in the Medical Centre
Requirements
- Diploma in
Pharmaceutical Technology from KMTC or equivalent from a recognized
institution.
- Must be
registered and licensed by the Kenya Pharmacy and Poisons Board.
- At least one
year working experience in a busy pharmacy.
- Knowledge of
computer packages will be an added advantage.
Laboratory Technologist
1 Position Kisumu & 1 Position Bungoma
Overall Responsibilities
The successful candidate will prepare documentation, maintain
sample processing records and ensure timely performance of laboratory
investigations and dispatch of results.
He/she will maintain relevant equipment in terms of calibration
and alignment and will be expected to comply with relevant policies and
procedures including but not limited to those related to safety and infection
control at the Medical Center in Busia.
Requirements
- Higher National
Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences or above
- Minimum three
years working experience in a busy medical laboratory
- Excellent
knowledge of laboratory operations and procedures
- Knowledge and
experience in haematology, serology and quality control.
- Ability to write
and review SOP’s
- Excellent
computer skills and ability to work with minimum supervision
- Knowledge and
experience in ISO 15189 Standard is desirable
- Ability to work
in other laboratory sections whenever he/she is required
- Registration
with the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board with
a current practice license is mandatory
Phlebotomist
1 Position Kisumu & 1 Position Bungoma
Overall Responsibility
Reporting to the Laboratory Manager the successful candidate
will be responsible for the collection of blood samples and receivingspecimens
from in and out-patients, packing and shipping pathological specimen to
relevant laboratories.
Requirements
- Certificate in
Phlebotomy or its equivalent.
- Good written and
verbal skills in both English and Kiswahili.
- Good
interpersonal relations and organizational skills.
- At least one
year working experience in a similar position.
- Excellent skills
in MS Office.
Front Office Cashier
1 Position Kisumu & 1 Position Bungoma
Overall Responsibility
The successful candidate will be responsible for financial
transaction as per policies as well as working closely with Medical, Dental and
Nursing staff to ensure smooth patient flow and cut down on waiting time while
ensuring continuous provision of effective service to enhance customer
satisfaction.
Requirements
- CPA IV or
equivalent
- Excellent Skills
in Ms Office suite
- Certificate in
front office operations or its equivalent will and added advantage.
- Ability to
relate to patient, through familiarity with medical terminology and
triaging procedure.
- Ability and
willingness to treat all patients with the utmost kindness and
consideration in the most trying situations.
- One year working
experience.
- Fluent in both
written and spoken English and Kiswahili
- Must have
organizational skills
Clinical Nurse Instructor
1 Position - Kisumu
Overall Responsibility
The successful candidate will be responsible for diffusing
knowledge, skills and best practice to nursing staff by means of demonstrating
and developing the competencies required to meet the care needs of all
categories of patients at the Hospital.
Requirement
- Registered Nurse
(BSN/KRCHN) or above from an accredited School of Nursing
- Formal
post-basic qualification in clinical teaching
- Certification in
ACLS, ATLS will be added advantage
- At least 3 years
experience in a similar position in a busy Hospital
- Valid Kenyan
nursing practice license
- Excellent PR and
communication skills
- Proficiency in
Microsoft office suite
Applications including detailed curriculum vitae, names and
contact of three referees should be forwarded by 4th February, 2013 to:
The Human Resource Department
Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu
P.O. Box 530-40100
Kisumu
Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu
P.O. Box 530-40100
Kisumu
E-mail: ksm.recruitment@akhskenya.org
