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COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD
P.O BOX 2362-00900 KIAMBU
VACANCIES
Further to the Job Vacancies notice that appeared in the Standard Newspaper (Pg.30) of Wednesday 28th December,2016 Kiambu County
Public Service Board wishes to recruit competent and qualified persons to fill the following positions in the Department of Health Services. This is pursuant to Article 235 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010 and Section 63 of
the County Government Act, 2012.
1. MEDICAL CONSULTANTS JOB GROUP “P” (25 POSTS)
JOB TITLE: MEDICAL CONSULTANT (ADMS/SADMS/DDMS)
DEPARTMENT/UNIT: (Surgery, Renal, Paediatrics, Oncology, Obstetrics/Gynaecology,
Medicine, ENT, Ophthalmology, Psychiatry, Dental)
REPORTS TO: Hospital Superintendent
Position Summary
To apply the principles and procedures of modern medicine in preventing,
diagnosing, caring for and treating illness, disease and injury using specialised
testing, diagnostic, medical, surgical, physical and psychological techniques; supervise
the implementation of care and treatment
plans by other medical personnel, and conduct medical education and research
activities
Essential job functions and standards
Key Result Area Main Tasks Performance Indicator
On-Call duties on
patient care
Respond to all calls of duty by
the intern doctor/MO on duty,
whether emergency or
otherwise, as quickly as possible
% adherence to duty
roster
# of ward rounds
undertaken per week
Key Result Area Main Tasks Performance Indicator
Physically review all patients
and instruct, in writing, all
recommendations
Conduct ward rounds, theatres
and clinics
Observe timeliness in service
delivery at all times
Teaching ward
rounds and theatre
work
Conduct teaching ward rounds
with the interns and students
rotating in the clinical area.
# of teaching ward rounds
undertaken per month
# of surgical procedures
recorded in Theatre Books
# of patients seen
# of clinic days per week
Conduct regular weekly clinics
Conduct theatre duties
Medico legal duties Perform Post mortems (PMs), fill
PM forms a attend to court cases
(Applicable to Pathologists only)
# of PMs conducted in
a month
# of court cease
attended in a month
Undertake medical examinations
and certify physical fitness
# of examinations
conducted in a month
Provision of health
education
Provide education for prevention
of disease and promotion of
health
# of activities
participated in a
month
Participate in outreach health
activities
# of outreach health
activities participated
in, in a month
Work planning,
performance
management and
professional
development
Prepare and implement annual
work plan based on department
work plan
# of planned activities
implemented on a
monthly basis
Using your job description, work
plan and Performance Contract,
to continually appraise yourself
and rectify any shortcomings or
suggest necessary assistance
# of appraisals
conducted on a timely
basis in each quarter
Conduct quarterly appraisal of
staff under your supervision
# of appraisals conducted
on a timely basis in each
quarter
Ensure that you undertake
requisite professional
development activities
# of CPD activities
undertaken/participate
d in
Required competencies
Education Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B; Ch.B),
(Minimum level of
education )
OR Equivalent
Master’s degree in area of specialisation
Registered by the Medical Practitioners’ and Dentists Board
Knowledge A comprehensive understanding of clinical and/or surgical
procedures, patient care procedures, medical protocols and
testing procedures.
Knowledge of use of modern technology in area of
specialisation
Skills The analytical ability necessary to evaluate and determine
health status of patient and implement proper care plan.
Interpersonal skills necessary to interview, teach and counsel
patients; instruct health care personnel on procedures and
treatment.
Ability to analyze and evaluate patient history, physical
examination findings and laboratory values, and make
preliminary diagnosis of patients for review by physician
Ability to design and conduct operations research, analyze and
utilize research findings in planning activities to improve service
delivery
Required license
/Certificate
Registered as a consultant by the Medical Practitioners’
and Dentists Board
Work experience
Demonstrable skills and experience in the various clinical
areas
Machines, tools, and
equipment
PC and PC applications and other general office equipment
Medical instruments and appliances
Authority/decision-
making
Participates in the development of procedures for the
department.
Makes decisions regarding work processes based on
established guidelines.
Prioritizes and organizes work to meet changing conditions.
2. SENIOR MEDICAL OFFICERS – JOB GROUP “N” (40 POSTS)
JOB TITLE: SENIOR MEDICAL OFFICER
DEPARTMENT/
UNIT:
(Surgery, Renal, Pediatrics, Oncology, Obstetrics/Gynecology,
Medicine, Dental)
REPORTS TO:
Head of Department
Position summary
To apply the principles and procedures of modern medicine in preventing,
diagnosing, caring for and treating illness, disease and injury; supervise the
implementation of care and treatment plans by other medical personnel, and conduct
medical education and research activities.
Essential job functions and standards
Key Result Area Standard Performance Indicator
On-Call duties on
patient care
Respond to all calls of duty by the
intern doctor or nurse-on duty,
whether emergency or otherwise,
as quickly as possible
% adherence to duty
roster
# of ward rounds
undertaken per week
# of patients seen in the
clinics
# of surgeries done
Physically review all patients and
instruct, in writing, all
recommendations
Assist the consultant in all the
wards, theatres and clinics
Observe timeliness in service
delivery at all times
Minor teaching
ward rounds and
theatre work
Conduct teaching ward rounds with
the interns and students rotating in
the clinical area whenever the
specialist is not there
# of teaching ward rounds
undertaken per month
# of surgical procedures
recorded in Theatre Books
# of entries made on
patients files
Undertake certain specified
emergency surgeries, minor or
major, with the assistance of the
intern doctor(s) or students (s)
Medico legal
duties
Fill P.3 Forms # of P.3s completed in a
month
Perform Post mortems (PMs) and
duly fill PM forms
# of PMs conducted in a
month
Undertake medical examinations
and certify physical fitness
# of examinations
conducted in a month
Attend to court cases # of court cases attended
in a month
Provision of
health education
Provide education for prevention of
disease and health promotional
activities
# of activities participated
in a month
Participate in outreach health
activities
# of outreach health
activities participated in,
in a month
Work planning,
performance
management and
Prepare and implement annual
work plan based on department
work plan
# of planned activities
implemented on a
monthly basis
Key Result Area Standard Performance Indicator
professional
development
Using your job description and
work plan, to continually appraise
yourself and rectify any
shortcomings or suggest necessary
assistance
# of appraisals conducted
on a timely basis in each
quarter
Ensure that you undertake requisite
professional development activities
# of CPD activities
undertaken/participated
in
Required competencies
Education
(Minimum level of
education )
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B; Ch.B), OR
Equivalent
Knowledge A comprehensive understanding of clinical and/or surgical
procedures, patient care procedures, medical protocols and
testing procedures
Knowledge of medical terminology, Anatomy, Physiology,
Chemistry, Psychology, Pharmacology, Clinical Medicine,
Radiology, Microbiology and Pathology
Skills The analytical ability necessary to evaluate and determine
health status of patient and implement proper care plan
Interpersonal skills necessary to interview, teach and counsel
patients; instruct health care personnel on procedures and
treatment
Ability to analyze and evaluate patient history, physical
examination findings and laboratory values, and make
preliminary diagnosis of patients for review by physician
Required license
/Certificate
Registered by the Medical Practitioners’ and Dentists Board
Work experience At least two years
Machines, tools,
and equipment
PC and PC applications and other general office equipment
Medical instruments and appliances
Authority/decision-
making
Participates in the development of procedures for the
department.
Makes decisions regarding work processes based on
established guidelines.
Prioritizes and organizes work to meet changing conditions.
3. MEDICAL OFFICERS I -JOB GROUP “M” (20 POSTS)
JOB TITLE: MEDICAL OFFICER I
DEPARTMENT/
UNIT:
(Surgery, Renal, Paediatrics, Oncology, Obstetrics/Gynaecology,
Medicine, Dental)
REPORTS TO:
Head of Department
Position summary
To apply the principles and procedures of modern medicine in preventing,
diagnosing, caring for and treating illness, disease and injury; supervise the
implementation of care and treatment plans by other medical personnel, and conduct
medical education and research activities.
Essential job functions and standards
Key Result Area Standard Performance Indicator
On-Call duties on
patient care
Respond to all calls of duty by the
intern doctor or nurse-on duty,
whether emergency or otherwise,
as quickly as possible
% adherence to duty
roster
# of ward rounds
undertaken per week
# of patients seen in the
clinics
# of surgeries done
Physically review all patients and
instruct, in writing, all
recommendations
Assist the consultant in all the
wards, theatres and clinics
Observe timeliness in service
delivery at all times
Minor teaching
ward rounds and
theatre work
Conduct teaching ward rounds with
the interns and students rotating in
the clinical area whenever the
specialist is not there
# of teaching ward rounds
undertaken per month
# of surgical procedures
recorded in Theatre Books
# of entries made on
patients files
Undertake certain specified
emergency surgeries, minor or
major, with the assistance of the
intern doctor(s) or students (s)
Medico legal
duties
Fill P.3 Forms # of P.3s completed in a
month
Perform Post mortems (PMs) and
duly fill PM forms
# of PMs conducted in a
month
Key Result Area Standard Performance Indicator
Undertake medical examinations
and certify physical fitness
# of examinations
conducted in a month
Attend to court cases # of court cases attended
in a month
Provision of
health education
Provide education for prevention of
disease and health promotional
activities
# of activities participated
in a month
Participate in outreach health
activities
# of outreach health
activities participated in,
in a month
Work planning,
performance
management,
and professional
development
Prepare and implement annual
work plan based on department
work plan
# of planned activities
implemented on a
monthly basis
Using your job description and
work plan, to continually appraise
yourself and rectify any
shortcomings or suggest necessary
assistance
# of appraisals conducted
on a timely basis in each
quarter
Ensure that you undertake requisite
professional development activities
# of CPD activities
undertaken/participated
in
Required competencies
Education
(Minimum level of
education )
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B; Ch.B), OR
Equivalent
Knowledge A comprehensive understanding of clinical and/or surgical
procedures, patient care procedures, medical protocols and
testing procedures.
Knowledge of medical terminology, Anatomy, Physiology,
Chemistry, Psychology, Pharmacology, Clinical Medicine,
Radiology, Microbiology and Pathology
Skills The analytical ability necessary to evaluate and determine
health status of patient and implement proper care plan
Interpersonal skills necessary to interview, teach and counsel
patients; instruct health care personnel on procedures and
treatment
Ability to analyze and evaluate patient history, physical
examination findings and laboratory values, and make
preliminary diagnosis of patients for review by physician
Required license
/Certificate
Registered by the Medical Practitioners’ and Dentists Board
Work experience At least two years
Machines, tools,
and equipment
PC and PC applications and other general office equipment
Medical instruments and appliances
Authority/decision-
making
Participates in the development of procedures for the
department.
Makes decisions regarding work processes based on
established guidelines.
Prioritizes and organizes work to meet changing conditions
4. MEDICAL OFFICERS II -JOB GROUP “M” ( 20 POSTS)
JOB TITLE: MEDICAL OFFICER II
DEPARTMENT/
UNIT:
(Surgery, Renal, Paediatrics, Oncology, Obstetrics/Gynaecology,
Medicine, Dental)
REPORTS TO:
Director Clinical Services
Position summary
To apply the principles and procedures of modern medicine in preventing,
diagnosing, caring for and treating illness, disease and injury; supervise the
implementation of care and treatment plans by other medical personnel, and conduct
medical education and research activities.
Essential job functions and standards
Key Result Area Standard Performance Indicator
On-Call duties on
patient care
Respond to all calls of duty by the
intern doctor or nurse-on duty,
whether emergency or otherwise,
as quickly as possible
% adherence to duty
roster
# of ward rounds
undertaken per week
# of patients seen in the
clinics
# of surgeries done
Physically review all patients and
instruct, in writing, all
recommendations
Assist the consultant in all the
wards, theatres and clinics
Observe timeliness in service
delivery at all times
Minor teaching
ward rounds and
theatre work
Conduct teaching ward rounds with
the interns and students rotating in
the clinical area whenever the
specialist is not there
# of teaching ward rounds
undertaken per month
# of surgical procedures
recorded in Theatre Books
Key Result Area Standard Performance Indicator
Undertake certain specified
emergency surgeries, minor or
major, with the assistance of the
intern doctor(s) or students (s)
# of entries made on
patients files
Medico legal
duties
Fill P.3 Forms # of P.3s completed in a
month
Perform Post mortems (PMs) and
duly fill PM forms
# of PMs conducted in a
month
Undertake medical examinations
and certify physical fitness
# of examinations
conducted in a month
Attend to court cases # of court cases attended
in a month
Provision of
health education
Provide education for prevention of
disease and health promotional
activities
# of activities participated
in a month
Participate in outreach health
activities
# of outreach health
activities participated in,
in a month
Work planning,
performance
management,
and professional
development
Prepare and implement annual
work plan based on department
work plan
# of planned activities
implemented on a
monthly basis
Using your job description and
work plan, to continually appraise
yourself and rectify any
shortcomings or suggest necessary
assistance
# of appraisals conducted
on a timely basis in each
quarter
Ensure that you undertake requisite
professional development activities
# of CPD activities
undertaken/participated
in
Required competencies
Education
(Minimum level of
education )
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B; Ch.B), OR
Equivalent
Knowledge A comprehensive understanding of clinical and/or surgical
procedures, patient care procedures, medical protocols and
testing procedures
Knowledge of medical terminology, Anatomy, Physiology,
Chemistry, Psychology, Pharmacology, Clinical Medicine,
Radiology, Microbiology and Pathology
Skills The analytical ability necessary to evaluate and determine
health status of patient and implement proper care plan
Interpersonal skills necessary to interview, teach and counsel
patients; instruct health care personnel on procedures and
treatment
Ability to analyze and evaluate patient history, physical
examination findings and laboratory values, and make
preliminary diagnosis of patients for review by physician
Required license
/Certificate
Registered by the Medical Practitioners’ and Dentists Board
Work experience At least two years
Machines, tools,
and equipment
PC and PC applications and other general office equipment
Medical instruments and appliances
Authority/decision-
making
Participates in the development of procedures for the
department
Makes decisions regarding work processes based on
established guidelines
Prioritizes and organizes work to meet changing conditions.
5. PHARMACY IN-CHARGE- JOB GROUP “N”( 5 POSTS)
JOB TITLE: PHARMACY IN-CHARGE
DEPARTMENT Pharmacy
REPORTS TO: Chief Executive Officer/Medical Superintendent
Position summary
Overall responsible for the management and development of pharmacy
services in the hospital.
Promote and maintain quality in pharmacy services and ensure continuous
quality improvement measures are in place.
Essential job functions and standards
Key Result Area Main Tasks Performance Indicator
Dispensing of
medication
Provide guidance in
compounding and dispensing
prescribed pharmaceuticals and
provide consultative services to
both clients and the clinical
health care team
Ensure patient confidentiality
and patient centered care
Reported instances of
dispensing errors
Respond to /assist in addressing
patient enquiries
# of patient enquiries
Addressed
Key Result Area Main Tasks Performance Indicator
Provide information and
guidance to prescribers on
correct prescribing patterns
# of memos circulated
Provide information to
prescribers on medication in
stock and new supplies
# of memos circulated
Quality assurance Promote and maintain quality in
all services and ensure
continuous quality improvement
measures are in place
Monitor storage conditions,
expiry status and security of
pharmaceuticals
Ensure that pharmacovigillance
activities are taking place in the
hospital
Adhere to the Pharmaceutical
Society of Kenya Code of Ethics
and Standards for Pharmacy
Practice in Kenya
Ensure compliance with
occupational health and safety at
work policies and procedures
# of Pharmacy units
reporting with and
using SOPs
# of
pharmacovigillanc e
reports sent out to
relevant authorities
Administrative Stores Management
Ensure the availability of
adequate systems for the supply/
distribution of medicines in all
outlets
Take part in supply chain
management to ensure that
essential stocks are available in
the pharmacy at all times
Ensure proper receipt, storage
and issuance of pharmaceuticals
and maintain appropriate
documentation for accountability
# of stock takes
undertaken
# of reported
instances of stock -
outs
Meetings
Chair departmental meetings
and participate in HMT meetings
and other committees related to
Pharmacy operations
# of departmental
meetings chaired
# of HMT meetings
attended
# of other committees
participating in
Key Result Area Main Tasks Performance Indicator
Duty Allocation
Facilitate allocation of duties and
distribution of personnel in all
pharmacy outlets
# of times outlets
closed due to staff
shortage
Training and
research
Supervise internships and training of
Pharmacists and interns in the
department
# of students
completing
internships
Undertake research, provide
technical support to, and direct staff
undertaking clinical research and
mobilize funding for research
# of research reports
published by staff in
department
Amount of funds
raised for research
Ensure that you and other members
of the department undertake
requisite professional development
activities
# of CPD activities
undertaken/
participated in
Work planning,
performance
management, and
professional
development
Ensure preparation of
department annual work plan
and budget aligned to the
hospital strategic plan
Prepare and implement
individual annual work plan
based on departmental work
plan
# of planned activities
implemented on a
monthly basis
# of recorded cases of
absenteeism
Human resource
management and
development
Ensure effective human resource
management and development
Human resource
Management Policy in
place
% ratio of staff against
Norms and Standards
% increase in staff
satisfaction
% increase in work
climate perceptions
# of staff cadres with
job descriptions
# of staff completing
quarterly and annual
performance
appraisals on a timely
basis
# of staff achieving
Key Result Area Main Tasks Performance Indicator
performance contract
targets
Leadership and
governance
Ensure good corporate governance
in the hospital
Anti-Corruption policy
in place
Institutional Code of
Conduct developed
and operationalized
Institutional
Corruption Prevention
Plan in place
# of Integrity Officers
trained on corruption
risk assessment and
management
# of staff sensitized
on anti-corruption risk
assessment
# of anti-corruption
cases dealt with
% of suppliers
satisfied with hospital
procurement
procedures
# of meetings held by
the Integrity
Committee
Financial
management and
sustainability
Ensure effective financial
management in accordance with
government financial and
accounting procedures
% rate of Strategic
Plan implementation
% increase in FIF
% increase in funds
raised from
government and other
sources
# of audit
recommendations
implemented
Procurement Providing oversight in the
procurement function as a
member of the Hospital Tender
Committee, Procurement
committee and by endorsing
procurement documents under
# of suppliers
satisfied with hospital
procurement
procedures
# of audit queries
raised on hospital
Key Result Area Main Tasks Performance Indicator
delegated authority from the
Medical Superintendent
Supervising the stores and
procurement personnel
procurement practices
Required Competencies
Education
(Minimum level of
education )
Bachelor of Pharmacy
Knowledge Knowledge of medical and pharmaceutical laws
Familiar with the Code Of Ethics and Standards for Pharmacy
Practice in Kenya
Deep understanding of the Pharmacy and Poisons Act, and
regulatory requirements of the Pharmacy and Poisons Board.
Knowledge of the national anti-retroviral dispensing tool
Knowledge of the HCRH hospital inventory tracking tool
Skills Communication
Ability to communicate and explain treatments to patients as
well as liaise and co-ordinate treatment with other clinical
staff
Attention to Detail
Dispensing the right medicines in the right dosage can be a
'life and death' activity. Mistakes could be fatal.
Organisation
The hospital pharmacy and its outlets can at times be
extremely busy and hectic. Needs to be highly organised not
only to meet the demands of the role but also to avoid
mistakes being made along the way.
Interpersonal skills
Most patients find Doctors intimidating, and may not ask the
questions they need about their medication. As a result it's
vital that the pharmacist is approachable to all and indeed
recognises when a patient may require extra help and advice
to understand their treatment.
Adaptability
Medicines are changing and developing all the time. Need to
constantly keep updated on changes in the licenses (uses) or
medicines as well as learning about newly launched
medicines.
Required license
/Certificate
Registration with the Pharmacy and Poisons Board
Membership with the Pharmaceutical Society of Kenya
Work experience
At least two years experience as a Pharmacist
Machines, tools, and
equipment
PC and PC applications and other general office equipment
Authority/decision-
making
Participates in the development of procedures for the
department.
Makes decisions regarding work processes based on
established guidelines.
Prioritizes and organizes work to meet changing conditions.
6. CLINICAL PHARMACIST- JOB GROUP “P” (5 POSTS)
JOB TITLE: CLINICAL PHARMACIST
DEPARTMENT/UNIT: Pharmacy
REPORTS TO: Medical Superintendent
Position summary
Provide guidance on pharmacy applications, prescription and dispensing in the
hospital.
Essential job functions and standards
Key Result Area Main Tasks Performance Indicator
Clinical Medication
Participate in ward rounds with
other hospital medical teams and
provide input/guidance on:
Appropriate medication for
different conditions
Selection/substitution of
antibiotics
Dosage calculations and
frequency of administration
Attend to outpatient prescription
queries
# of ward rounds
participated in
# of prescriptions
dispensed
# of clients satisfied
with pharmacy
services
Information sharing
Update staff on drugs available
in the hospital Pharmacy and
what is out of stock
Provide regular updates to Ward
In charges on drugs available in
the hospital pharmacy
# of memos sent out
Pharmacovigilance
Monitor patient response to
medication
Monitor adverse drug reactions
Identify, and contribute to the
management of poisoning and
severe drug reactions
# of
pharmacovigillanc e
reports sent out to
relevant authorities
Administrative Drugs Stores Management
Participate in supply chain
management to ensure that
essential stocks are available in
the main pharmacy and internal
outlets you may be responsible
for
Continually update wards/clinical
teams on available drugs from
the pharmacy
# of registers
maintained correctly
# of updated drug
lists available to
Clinical team
# of ward rounds
participated in
# of reported cases of
drugs out of stock
Reporting
Participate in the preparation of
monthly, quarterly pharmacy
reports
# of reports submitted
on time
Meetings
Participate in departmental
# of departmental
meetings attended
Key Result Area Main Tasks Performance Indicator
meetings
Contribute to the work of the
various committees related to
Pharmacy work
# of committee
meetings attended
Quality assurance Provide guidance in the
detection, assessment,
understanding and prevention of
adverse effects or any other
drug-related problem in the
hospital
Conduct quality assurance ward
audits to ensure proper storage
conditions, handling of drugs,
expiries are noted and
emergency trays are stocked at
all times
# of Pharmacy staff
reporting awareness
and use of
appropriate
Pharmacovigilance
(PV) guidelines/
toolkits e.g. Malaria
PV Toolkit, HIV PV
Toolkit and TB PV
Toolkit
Training and
research
Tutor, induct, supervise
pharmacist/ pharmaceutical
technologist internships and
reports
Allocate CME topics to interns
and supervise presentations
Prepare and present monthly
CME reports
# of students
completing
internships
# of CME reports and
presentations made
Undertake research, provide support
to hospital staff and external
researchers undertaking research
# of research projects
undertaken/participat
ed in
Undertake requisite professional
development activities
# of CPD activities
undertaken/participat
ed in
Work planning,
performance
management, and
professional
development
Participate in the preparation of
department annual work plan
and budget aligned to the
hospital strategic plan
Prepare and implement
individual annual work plan
based on department work plan
# of planned activities
implemented on a
monthly basis
Using your job description and work
plan and in consultation with your
supervisor, continually appraise
yourself and rectify any
shortcomings or suggest necessary
# of appraisals
conducted on a timely
basis in each quarter
Key Result Area Main Tasks Performance Indicator
assistance
Required competencies
Education
(Minimum level of
education )
Bachelor of Pharmacy
Masters Degree in Clinical Pharmacy
Knowledge Knowledge of medical and pharmaceutical laws
Familiar with the Code of Ethics and Standards for Pharmacy
Practice in Kenya
Deep understanding of the Pharmacy and Poisons Act, and
regulatory requirements of the Pharmacy and Poisons Board.
Skills Communication
Ability to communicate and explain treatments to patients as
well as liaise and co-ordinate treatment with other clinical
staff
Attention to Detail
Dispensing the right medicines in the right dosage can be a
'life and death' activity. Mistakes could be fatal.
Organisation
The hospital pharmacy and its outlets can at times be
extremely busy and hectic. Needs to be highly organised not
only to meet the demands of the role but also to avoid
mistakes being made along the way.
Interpersonal skills
Most patients find Doctors intimidating, and may not ask the
questions they need about their medication. As a result it's
vital that the pharmacist is approachable to all and indeed
recognises when a patient may require extra help and advice
to understand their treatment.
Adaptability
Medicines are changing and developing all the time. Need to
constantly keep updated on changes in the licenses (uses) or
medicines as well as learning about newly launched
medicines.
Required license
/Certificate
Registered by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board
Work experience
Two years post qualification experience
Machines, tools, and
equipment
PC and PC applications and other general office equipment
Authority/decision-
making
Participates in the development of procedures for the
department.
Makes decisions regarding work processes based on
established guidelines.
Prioritizes and organizes work to meet changing conditions.
7. PHARMACIST- JOB GROUP “M” (15 POSTS)
JOB TITLE: PHARMACIST DEPARTMENT/UNIT: Pharmacy
REPORTS TO: Pharmacist In-Charge
Position summary
Store, preserve, pre-pack, dispense medicines and counsel patients on their proper
use and possible adverse effects of drugs and medicines dispensed.
Essential job functions and standards
Key Result Area Main Tasks Performance
Indicator
Clinical Check prescriptions for proper dosages
and prepare prescribed pharmaceutical
products as necessary
# of ward rounds
participated in
# of prescriptions
dispensed
# of clients
satisfied with
pharmacy services
Dispense prescribed pharmaceuticals to
clients or to other health care
professionals and advise them on
indications, contra-indications, adverse
effects, drug interactions and dosage
Provide counselling on prescribed
medications where appropriate
Administrative Drugs Stores Management
Take part in supply chain
management to ensure that essential
stocks are available in the main
pharmacy and internal outlets you
may be responsible for
Ensure proper receipt and storage of
pharmaceuticals and maintain
# of registers
maintained
correctly
# of updated
drug lists available
to Clinical team
# of ward rounds
participated in
Key Result Area Main Tasks Performance
Indicator
appropriate documentation for
accountability
Maintain stocks registers and
updated price lists
Continually update wards/clinical
teams on available drugs from the
pharmacy
# of reported
cases of stock of
drugs
# of stock takes
undertaken
# of reported
instances of drugs
outstanding
Reporting
Prepare monthly, quarterly pharmacy
reports
# of reports
submitted on time
Meetings
Participate in departmental meetings
Contribute to the work of the various
committees related to Pharmacy
work as delegated
# of departmental
meetings
attended
# of committee
meetings
attended
Quality assurance Promote and maintain quality in all
services and ensure continuous
quality improvement measures are in
place
Monitor storage conditions, expiry
status and security of
pharmaceuticals
Monitor patient adherence to long-
term treatment especially
antiretrovirals (ARVs)
Ensure compliance with occupational
health and safety at work policies
and procedures
# of
pharmacovigillanc
e reports
prepared
Training and
research
Induct, supervise, train interns in the
department
# of students
completing
internships
Undertake research, provide support to
hospital staff and external researchers
undertaking research
# of research
projects
undertaken/partici
pated in
Undertake requisite professional
development activities
# of CPD activities
undertaken/partici
pated in
Work planning, Prepare and implement individual # of planned
Key Result Area Main Tasks Performance
Indicator
performance
management, and
professional
development
annual work plan based on department
work plan
activities
implemented on
a monthly basis
Using your job description and work
plan and in consultation with your
supervisor, continually appraise yourself
and rectify any shortcomings or suggest
necessary assistance.
# of appraisals
conducted on a
timely basis in
each quarter
Required competencies
Education
(Minimum level of
education )
Bachelor of Pharmacy
Knowledge Knowledge of medical and pharmaceutical laws
Familiar with the Code of Ethics and Standards for Pharmacy
Practice in Kenya
Deep understanding of the Pharmacy and Poisons Act, and
regulatory requirements of the Pharmacy and Poisons Board
Skills Communication
Ability to communicate and explain treatments to patients as
well as liaise and co-ordinate treatment with other clinical
staff
Attention to Detail
Dispensing the right medicines in the right dosage can be a
'life and death' activity. Mistakes could be fatal.
Organisation
The hospital pharmacy and its outlets can at times be
extremely busy and hectic. Needs to be highly organised not
only to meet the demands of the role but also to avoid
mistakes being made along the way.
Interpersonal skills
Most patients find Doctors intimidating, and may not ask the
questions they need about their medication. As a result it's
vital that the pharmacist is approachable to all and indeed
recognises when a patient may require extra help and advice
to understand their treatment.
Adaptability
Medicines are changing and developing all the time. Need to
constantly keep updated on changes in the licenses (uses) or
medicines as well as learning about newly launched
medicines.
Required license
/Certificate
Registered by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board
Work experience At least 6 months of internship /attachment
Machines, tools, and
equipment
PC and PC applications and other general office equipment
Authority/decision-
making
Participates in the development of procedures for the
department.
Makes decisions regarding work processes based on
established guidelines.
Prioritizes and organizes work to meet changing conditions.
8. DENTISTS – JOB GROUP “M” (10 POSTS)
JOB TITLE: DENTAL TECHNOLOGIST DEPARTMENT/UNIT: Dental
REPORTS TO: Head of Department
Position summary
Evaluate and assess client needs, design, fit, service and repair dental devices and
appliances.
Design, fabricate and service a wide range of support instruments to correct
dental problems.
Essential job functions and standards
Key Result Area Main Tasks Performance Indicator
Dental
supportive
devices
Evaluation and assessment
Conduct evaluation and assessment
of clients to determine their needs
Assist and advice in the pre-surgical
planning and post- surgical
management of patients requiring
dental services
# of ward rounds
undertaken
# of clients evaluated
and assessed
# of clients placed
on a treatment
programme
Provision and fitting of Devices
Measure patients to design and fit
# of devices fitted
Key Result Area Main Tasks Performance Indicator
dental devices
Make, fit, test, and adjust devices as
necessary
Treatment and Rehabilitation
Instruct patients on how to use and
care for their devices
Apply, adjust and remove dental
casts and braces
Repair or service patient devices
# of clients
completing
treatment
programme
# of wards rounds
undertaken
# of home visits
undertaken
Treatment Evaluation
Conduct regular evaluation of clients
to assess progress and response to
therapy and revise treatment
programme where necessary to
achieve goals
Client Education
Educate clients and their families
about what to expect during
treatment and rehabilitation and how
best to cope with the situation
# of client/family
sessions conducted
Documentation and Billing
Ensure accurate client records
documentation and billing
Ensure accurate and timely client
billing
Administrative Work planning
Participate in the development of
departmental work plan and budget
based on the hospital strategic plan
Prepare individual annual work plan
based on department work plan
# of planned
activities
implemented on a
monthly basis
Stores
Ensure availability and safe custody
of orthopaedic materials and
equipment
Equipment Maintenance
Ensure equipment is maintained in
serviceable condition at all times
# of equipment in
working/serviceable
condition
Performance Management
Using your job description and work
plan and in consultation with your
supervisor, continually appraise
# of appraisals
conducted on a
timely basis in each
quarter
Key Result Area Main Tasks Performance Indicator
yourself and rectify any
shortcomings or suggest necessary
assistance.
Meetings
Participate in departmental meetings
Contribute to the work of the various
committees related to Orthopaedic
# of departmental
meetings attended
# of committee
meetings attended
Professional Development
Undertake requisite professional
development activities
# of CPD activities
undertaken/participa
ted in
Reports
Prepare and submit
monthly/quarterly reports
# of reports
submitted on a
timely basis
Quality
assurance, safety
and security
Ensure application of approved
standards for Dental Technology
services
# of documented
procedures
Training and
research
Induct, supervise, train interns in the
department
# of students
completing
internships
Undertake research, provide support to
hospital staff and external researchers
undertaking research
# of research
projects
undertaken/participa
ted in
Required competencies
Education
(Minimum level of
education )
Bachelors degree in Dental Surgery or equivalent
Knowledge Knowledge of modern dental, appliances and materials
Knowledge of affirmative action and rights of persons with
disabilities
Skills Ability to design, make, fit and train users on a variety of
dental devices and equipment.
Required license
/Certificate
. License from the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board
Work experience
At least one (1) year of practice.
Demonstrable skills and experience in physical therapy using
modern equipment and tools
Machines, tools,
and equipment
PC and PC applications and other general office equipment
Devices and equipment commonly used in dental technology
Authority/decision-
making
Provides guidance in the development of procedures for the
department.
Makes decisions regarding work processes based on
established guidelines.
Prioritizes and organizes work to meet changing conditions.
How to apply
All applicants should submit their applications together with copies of their detailed curriculum vitae with names, address and telephone contacts of three referees. Academic and professional certificates, testimonials, national
identity card or passport and any other supporting documents. Clearly indicate the position applied for both on the cover letter and the envelope. Applications should be addressed to:
The Secretary
County Public Service Board P O Box 2362 - 00900 KIAMBU
Hand delivered applications should be dropped in the specific box provided
on the first floor Thika Sub-County offices (at the County Public Service Board offices - Room 103) between 8.00 a.m and 5.00 p.m on weekdays.
Applicants should seek clearance from and attach copies or evidence thereof of the VALID documents below.
Kenya Revenue Authority
Ethics and Anti-corruption Commission
Criminal Investigation Department (Certificate of Good Conduct)
Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
Applications should reach the County Public Service Board (CPSB) on or
before the Friday,13th January 2017. Shortlisted candidates will be required to produce their original identity
cards, academic and professional certificates, testimonials, clearance and other relevant documents in support of their applications.
NOTE:
KIAMBU COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
WOMEN AND PERSONS LIVING WITH DISABILITIES ARE
ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
PEOPLE FROM NON-DOMINANT ETHNIC COMMUNITIES ARE
ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
ANY FORM OF CANVASSING SHALL LEAD TO IMMEDIATE DISQUALIFICATION.
ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.