KUTRRH Neurologist Job April

Neurologist Job, Medical Kenyan Jobs 2023, 

Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral and Research Hospital (KUTRRH) is a State Corporation under the Ministry of Health, registered under Legal Notice Number 4 of the State Corporations Act Cap 446. The Hospital seeks to engage qualified staff on a three (3) to five (5) year performance-based renewable contract for the positions listed below. Applicants must demonstrate diligence, commitment, and a positive attitude.

NEUROLOGIST – V/FT/41/2023– 1 POST

Position Summary

The Neurologist coordinates and provides specialized neurological services and participate in research in the area of specialization

Duties and Responsibilities 

  • Diagnose complex medical problems by referring to a patient’s history, examining them and conducting neurological tests.
  • Counsel patients on neurological disorders and its background.
  • Order neurological tests and interpret the results of neuroimaging studies.
  • Prescribe and/or administer treatment and medication. 
  • Monitor the behavioral and cognitive side effects of treatment and medication. 
  • Order supportive care services for patients. 
  • Participate in neuroscience research activities. 
  • Liaise with medical professionals in the community and hospitals.
  • Keep up to date with neurological developments, treatment and medication. 
  • Perform specialized treatments for sleep disorders, neuroimmunology, neurooncology, behavioral neurology and neurogenetics.
  • Perform and interpret electroencephalography, electromyography and nerve Duties and Responsibilities 
  • Diagnose complex medical problems by referring to a patient’s history, examining them and conducting neurological tests.
  • Counsel patients on neurological disorders and its background.
  • Order neurological tests and interpret the results of neuroimaging studies.
  • Prescribe and/or administer treatment and medication. 
  • Monitor the behavioral and cognitive side effects of treatment and medication. 
  • Order supportive care services for patients. 
  • Participate in neuroscience research activities. 
  • Liaise with medical professionals in the community and hospitals.
  • Keep up to date with neurological developments, treatment and medication. 
  • Perform specialized treatments for sleep disorders, neuroimmunology, neurooncology, behavioral neurology and neurogenetics.
  • Perform and interpret electroencephalography, electromyography and nerve conduction velocity tests. 

Minimum Academic Qualifications 

  • Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from a recognized institution.
  • Master of Medicine in internal medicine from a recognized institution.
  • Fellowship in Neurology from a recognized institution.
  • Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC).
  • Recognition as a specialist by the KMPDC.
  • Valid Practice License.
  • Professional Insurance Indemnity Cover.
  • Proficiency in computer applications.
  • At least one (1) year working experience as a Neurologist in a busy hospital.

Soft Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Observant and compassionate
  • Analytical skills
  • Team player

How to Apply

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

Members of the public are informed that Kenyatta University, Teaching, Referral and Research Hospital Directorate of Human Resource Development will Contact the shortlisted applicants and candidates through the Telephone number 0710642513 only.

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Kenyatta University Teaching Referral and Research Hospital

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