Summary
Date Posted: Friday, March 31, 2023 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:

V/FT/6/2023

Position summary
Neuropsychologist responsibilities include running cognitive tests of patients, evaluating patient needs and diagnosing and treating brain-based disorders

Responsibilities
• Devise experimental treatments for specific brain injuries
• Carry out tests of mental faculties and oversee PET scans, MRIs and other scans.
• Assist patients in reaching their treatment goals
• Advise and consult on the development of pharmaceutical drugs that could affect central nervous system functions
• Perform evaluative duties and offer expert opinions in a forensic context at legal proceedings
• Participate in conferences and seminars to keep up with recent developments in the field
• Ensure use of all Hospital’s automated systems, as appropriate, including the Hospital Management Information System (HMIS)
• Any other responsibility assigned by the supervisor in the delivery of care

Minimum Academic Qualifications
• Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery or any other equivalent qualification from an institution recognized by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.
• Master of Medicine in Radiology and Imaging from an institution recognized by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.
• Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC).
• Recognition as a specialist by the KMPDC.
• Valid Practice License from KMPDC.
• Professional Insurance Indemnity Cover.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Experience working on a research team conducting drug trials may be advantageous
• A strong ability to work in research and clinical contexts
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and ability to remain focused on the task at hand and relevant training and/or certifications as a Neuropsychologist

Soft Skills Required
• Communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Observational
• Analytical skills
• Compassionate skills
• Team player


Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure

If your background and competencies match the specifications of any of the posts above, please apply online via: www.kutrrh.go.ke/careers 
For all applications, please indicate the subject as follows: JOB APPLICATION – [JOB REFERENCE NUMBER]. Note that you must attach the Application Letter, Curriculum Vitae and
Filled Application Form and Practicing License ONLY when you apply online via the portal.
The deadline for the receipt of all applications is 11th April 2023.
Detailed job descriptions can be accessed on the Kenya University Teaching, Referral and Research Hospital careers portal on the website www.kutrrh.go.ke

Any form of canvassing will lead to immediate disqualification.
KUTRRH is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
YOUTH, WOMEN AND PEOPLE LIVING WITH DISABILITY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

Interested and qualified? Go to Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital on careers.kutrrh.go.ke to apply


All Jobs

QUICK ALERT SUBSCRIPTION