Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, June 14 2023, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:

Requirements for appointment
• Be a Kenyan citizen;
• Be a holder of a Degree of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MB;Ch.B.) from a University recognized in Kenya
• Must have completed a Masters Degree in Clinical Human Pathology from a university recognized in Kenya
• Registered as a Medical/Specialist Practitioner by Medical Practitioners and Dentist Council
• Have a Valid Practicing License
• Be of acceptable moral and professional standing
• Willing to undertake duties Physically in any part of Tharaka Nithi County as they will be assigned from time to time
• Certificate in computer application skills from an Institution recognized in Kenya

Duties and responsibilities
The Pathologist will be responsible to the employer and the supervisor for the following;
• Manage the Laboratory department to maintain timely and efficient patient flow in line with Hospital targets while ensuring staffing levels at all times.
• Develop, review, and ensure compliance with pathology protocols and standards in consultation with other clinical departments in order to ensure quality pathology service delivery in the hospital.
• Ensure delivery of patient centric pathology services in line with established protocols and to contribute to overall patients’ experiences.
• Review and develop strategies for early and effective response to the patients presented to pathology department.
• Coordinate medical training including Continuous Medical Education programs for the clinical staff at pathology department.
• Bear overall responsibility over pathology clinical staff, supervise and mentor the pathologists in the management, stabilization, and treatment of all patients.
• Champion the definition of processes, policies, and procedures for the pathology operations in line with the Hospital’s objectives and standards.
• Continually review and assess the effectiveness and efficiency of the clinical services in pathology and identify improvement opportunities.
• Keep abreast of local and global best practices, identify ke learnings for the pathology operations and proffer recommendations to the Director, Medical Services.
• Ensure proper coordination between clinical services at pathology with respect to talent sourcing and retention, service delivery and patients care.
• Responsible for setting, monitoring, and evaluating key performance indicators for the team.
• In liaison with the Director, Medical Services & Research, prepare departmental annual plans that are aligned to the Hospital’s strategic plan.
• Coordinate implementation of the County’s quality programs in pathology department.
• Coordinate the preparation and compilation of agreed periodic activities and performance reports for the attention of the Director, Medical Services.
• Provide clinical support during emergencies including resuscitation, admission, discharge or referral to the appropriate consultants and units.
• Conduct postmortem Examinations as per the laid down protocols and provide technical advice on the management of the county funeral homes.
• Prepare the department budget and monitor its implementation upon approval.
• Any other duty that may be assigned by the supervisor.

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months:

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
Each application should be accompanied by some detailed curriculum vitae, copies of relevant academic and professional certificates and transcripts, National Identity Card or Passport, testimonials and other relevant supporting documents.
All applications should be submitted in sealed envelopes clearly marked on the top left side the position applied for so as to reach the undersigned on or before 4th July, 2023 by 5.00 pm.
Applications should be addressed to:
THE SECRETARY
COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD
THARAKA NITHI COUNTY
P.O. BOX 10-60406
KATHWANA
Tharaka Nithi County is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and gender equality within the organization. Applicants comprising persons with special needs are encouraged to apply.
Any form of canvassing will lead to disqualification.

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

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