Clinical Officers Jobs – 4 Positions at Kenya Medical Research Institute

Clinical Officers Jobs – 4 Positions at Kenya Medical Research Institute… See details on how to apply for the opportunities available at Kenya Medical Research Institute.

Descriptions;

Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) is a State Corporation established through the Science and Technology (Amendment) Act of 1979, which has since been amended to Science, Technology and Innovation Act 2013. The 1979 Act established KEMRI as a National body responsible for carrying out health research in Kenya.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop a good understanding of TB treatment, and provide clinical services to people living with TB.
Develop an in-depth understanding of the study’s goals and activities to conduct the study
Perform screening & consenting and enrollment of participants,
Perform physical examination, take medical history, prescribe medication and make follow up of enrolled participants
Make diagnoses and decisions on patient’s management according to study protocols and the recommended national guidelines
Document applicable study data during all study procedures
Clinically manage ill participants and conduct clinical procedures and collect biological samples

Requirements

Essential Requirements:

Must have Diploma in Clinical Medicine and a registered Member with a valid practicing license from the Clinical Officers Council of Kenya
At least 2 year post-internship experience in clinical management of patients
Computer literacy in Microsoft Office suite

Desired Qualities

Fluency in English, Swahili (and Luo languages for Siaya site)
Must be willing to reside in/within the study sites
Experience working in a research study
Certificate in “Good Clinical Practice” and/or “Human Subjects Protection”
ability to work well with the public, to work well in a team, and to collaborate with counterparts
Be flexible to work within the existing structures and rules of the clinics and hospitals
Willingness to learn and do requisite training on human subject protection

METHOD OF APPLICATION

Submit your CV with telephone number and e-mail address, copies of relevant documents and Application letter (indicating vacancy number) to [email protected]