Kenyatta University Hospital - Head of Department – Trauma & Orthopedics Jobs in Kenya

Kenyatta University Hospital - Head of Department – Trauma & Orthopedics Jobs in Kenya

Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital (KUTRRH) is seeking to recruit highly transformative and dynamic self-driven individuals with a high degree of integrity, result oriented, demonstrable professionalism, competence and impeccable capability to fill the following positions within its staff establishment:


Kenyatta University Hospital - Head of Department – Trauma & Orthopedics Jobs in Kenya

Head of Department Trauma & Orthopedics
(DCSTO/KUTRRH /4)

1. Background Information ]

Kenyatta University Teaching, Research and Referral Hospital (KUTRRH)

Department: Clinical Services
Section/Unit: Orthopedic Surgery
Job Title: Head of Department – Trauma & Orthopedics
Reports to: Deputy Director- Surgery Services
Direct Reports:
a) Senior Orthopedic Surgeon
b) Orthopaedic Surgeon

2. Purpose of the Job:

Reporting to the Deputy Director-Surgery Services, the Head of Department Orthopaedic job exists to coordinate and provide Orthopaedic services, coordinate Orthopaedic surgery research and training, and advise the hospital and public on the same at KUTRRH.

3. Main Duties and Responsibilities of the Job:

Plan for all orthopaedic surgery services and resources required in the orthopedic
surgery unit of the hospital; and participate in and contribute to the overall strategic
planning of the hospital.

Coordinate the implementation of the hospital strategic plan in the orthopedic
surgery unit within its vision, mission and culture and other national and international healthcare frameworks.

Chair the orthopedic unit and act as its contact person in clinical referral services,
research and training matters in the hospital.

Ensure that orthopedic surgery unit of the hospital has all the required human and
non-human resources required to offer orthopedic surgical services, research and
training in the hospital.

Participate in the recruitment and disciplinary action and processes of orthopedic
surgery unit staff in the hospital.

Coordinate and provide orthopedic surgical services and services delivery in the
orthopedic surgery unit of the hospital ensuring that they meet the expected
standards and compliance in the hospital.

Coordinate orthopedic surgery referral services within and without the hospital
according to the orthopedic surgery services needs in collaboration with other hospital
sections and units and within the framework of the hospital and national referral policies.

Supervise orthopedic surgery staff together with their services, in the orthopedic
surgery unit of the hospital to ensure that they offer timely orthopedic services within
the expected standards, complying with the established ethics and regulations in the
hospital.

Ensure and coordinate continuous training and development of orthopedic surgery unit staff for their effective and efficient performance and productivity in the hospital.

Coordinate and provide medical research and training within the orthopedic unit of
the hospital.

Provide specialized orthopedic surgery services’ advice to the hospital executive 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 by patients in the hospital.

Monitor and evaluate progress and achievement of the orthopedic surgery unit and
services, research and training programs in the hospital, prepare and disseminate periodic reports appropriately.

4. Qualifications Knowledge and Skills:

Minimum level of academic qualifications required to perform effectively in the

role:

a) Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from a recognized institution
b) Masters in Medicine in Orthopaedic Surgery or its equivalent from a recognized institution
c) Senior Management Course not lasting less than 6 weeks.

Minimum level of knowledge required for the job:

a) Computer literate
b) Knowledge of relevant legislations
c) Knowledge of professional standards
d) Track record of clinical research and training in a reputable institution

Minimum Level of Professional Qualification and Compliance Required to Perform Effectively in the Role:

a) Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council
b) Valid Practice License
c) Professional Insurance Indemnity Cover

Soft skills required for the job:

a) Communication skills
b) Organizational skills
c) Leadership skills
d) Observation skills
e) Analytical skills
f) Compassionate
g) Ability to work under pressure

5. Relevant Work Experience Required:

Minimum number of years of experience the jobholder is required to have to be appointed
to the position:

At least five years working experience as a Senior Orthopaedic Surgeon of which two
should be Head of Department in a reputable hospital.

The deadline for the receipt of all applications is Monday 5th August 2019

If your background and competencies match the specifications of any of these posts, please send your;

1. Application Letter,
2. Curriculum Vitae and
3. Filled Application Form

ONLY via email to recruitment@kutrrh.go.ke

Or hard copies can be addressed to:

The Chief Executive Officer
Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital
P.O Box 7674 – 00100 GPO
Nairobi Kenya

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The deadline for the receipt of all applications is Monday 5th August 2019

If your background and competencies match the specifications of any of these posts, please send your;

1. Application Letter,
2. Curriculum Vitae and
3. Filled Application Form

ONLY via email to recruitment@kutrrh.go.ke

Or hard copies can be addressed to:

The Chief Executive Officer
Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital
P.O Box 7674 – 00100 GPO
Nairobi Kenya

For more information and job applications details, see; Kenyatta University Hospital - Head of Department – Trauma & Orthopedics Jobs in Kenya /a>

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