Clinical Officer

About Us:

Penda Health is an award-winning company that delivers high-quality, trustworthy healthcare. Our vision is for everyone in Africa to have healthcare they can trust. Today our team of 350+ employees operates 16 Medical Centres around Nairobi and Kiambu Counties.

Role Summary:

We are looking for caring and smart clinical officers who want to become part of a team of amazing all-around, evidence-based clinical officers. As a clinical officer at Penda Health, you treat patients independently and make your own decisions, with the support of guidelines, technology and clinical mentors. 

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive and high-quality clinical services including (history taking, examination, and prescription of treatment) to patients. 
• Order investigation and interpretation of results for the diagnosis and explain the results to the patients and the intended treatment. 
• Attend emergencies presenting to the clinic and recommend referrals for cases that cannot be managed. 
• Carry out minor surgical procedures as per Penda’s service schedules. 
• Ensure that all required observations and vitals, prescribed treatment and procedures are carried out and documented on patients’ charts. 
• Create phenomenal patient experiences, including counseling and sensitizing patients through health talks on preventive and promotive health. 
• Embrace, learn and develop in an evidence-based medical system in line with Penda’s developed protocols. 
• You may be assigned additional tasks within the Medical Centre by the branch manager or clinical officer in-charge. 
• Participate in continuous professional development to stay current with advances in medical practices and technology.

Key requirements and attributes 

• 2 years of work experience after internship 
• Registered with Clinical Officers Council and have a valid practicing license 
• Diploma, Higher Diploma or BSC in clinical medicine 
• Valid BLS Certification

Application Process:

If you are excited and meet the above qualifications, please apply. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.