Obstretrician /Gyneacologist- (2 Posts) at Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital

Ref: V/FT/137/2022 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide specialized Obstetrics and Gynaecological services and services delivery in the Obstetrics and Gynaecology unit of the hospital ensuring that they meet the expected standards and compliance.
• Ensure and coordinate continuous training and development of Obstetrics and Gynaecology staff for their effective and efficient performance and productivity.
• Provide medical research and training within the Obstetrics and Gynaecology unit of the hospital.
• Plan for all obstetrics and gynaecology services and resources in the hospital and participate in and contribute to the overall strategic planning of the hospital.
• Coordinate and provide obstetrics and gynaecology services and service delivery in the obstetrics and gynaecology unit of the hospital ensuring that they meet the expected standards and compliance in the hospital. 
• Coordinate obstetrics and gynaecology referral services within and without the hospital according to the obstetrics and gynaecology needs in collaboration with other hospital sections and units and within the framework of the hospital and national referral policies. 
• Supervise obstetrics and gynaecology staff to ensure that they offer timely obstetrics and gynaecology services within the expected standards, complying with the established ethics and regulations in the hospital. 
• Coordinate and provide obstetrics and gynaecology research and training within the hospital. 
• Monitor and evaluate progress and achievement of the obstetrics and gynaecology unit and services, research and training programmes in the hospital, prepare and disseminate periodic reports appropriately. 
• Offer specialized obstetrics and gynaecological service advice to the CEO and other sections/units and the general public in the appropriate media. 
• Work with other medical specialists to solve single or multiple medical issue(s) or perform extensive surgery, when required. 

Minimum Qualifications and Experience 

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from a recognized institution. 
• Master of Medicine in Obstetrics and Gynaecology from a recognized institution.
• Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.
• Valid Practice License.
• Recognition as a specialist by the KMPDC.
• Professional Insurance Indemnity Cover.
• At least one (1) year of working experience as an Obstetrician and Gynaecologist in a reputable hospital.