Healthcare · Part-time
Recruitment agency · Stratostaff East AfricaRegistered Clinical Officer - Locum
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About this role
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Role overview
A healthcare employer in Nairobi is looking for a Registered Clinical Officer to work part-time as a locum. This role is suited for a qualified clinical officer with experience in outpatient care, ready to start immediately and work in the Thika Road/Tatu City area.
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What you will do
- Assess patients by taking medical histories, conducting physical exams, and diagnosing conditions.
- Prescribe and manage treatment for acute and chronic illnesses within the approved scope of practice.
- Provide emergency care, stabilise patients, and arrange referrals to other healthcare facilities as needed.
- Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests to guide treatment decisions.
- Educate and counsel patients on health, prevention, and treatment adherence.
- Maintain accurate and confidential clinical records, prescriptions, and reports.
- Follow infection control, patient safety, ethical standards, and healthcare regulations.
- Work collaboratively with nurses, lab staff, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated patient care.
Requirements
- Diploma or Degree in Clinical Medicine and Surgery from a recognised institution.
- Valid practicing license is mandatory.
- Three to five years of clinical experience after graduation, preferably in outpatient, hospital, or corporate clinic settings.
- Proven ability to assess patients, diagnose, treat, and manage emergencies effectively.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for patient interaction.
- Computer skills and experience with electronic medical records are an advantage.
- Must be available to start immediately.
Benefits
The advert states a pay rate of 1500 per shift for this locum position.
How to apply
The employer has not published a closing date.