Medical Specialist (Psychiatry): Mathari Teaching And Referral Hospital ( Post 10 ) – Ministry Of Health 30 views

Position: Medical Specialist

Job Description

The Public Service Commission is committed to implementing the provisions of the Constitution – Chapter 232 (1) on fair competition and merit, representation of Kenya’s diverse communities and affording equal employment opportunities to men and women, members of all ethnic groups and persons with disabilities.

• Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.90, 200-Ksh 124,630 p.m. (CSG 7)
• House Allowance: Ksh 18,066-KSH 45,000 p.m.
• Commuter Allowance: Ksh 12,000 p.m.
• Leave Allowance: As provided in the Civil Service
• Annual Leave: 30 working days per financial year
• Medical Cover: As provided by the Government
• Terms of Service: Permanent and pensionable.

Medical Specialist , a candidate must have:-

(i) served for a minimum period of three (3) years at the grade of Senior Medical Officer, CSG ‘8’ or in a comparable and relevant position in the wider public service or private sector;

(ii) a Bachelors Degree in Medicine and Surgery (MBChB) or its equivalent qualification from a recognized university in Kenya;

(iii) a Masters Degree in Psychiatry or its equivalent qualification from a university recognized in Kenya;

(iv) registration and licensing by a recognized regulatory body as applicable;

(v) membership to a relevant professional body where applicable; and

(vi) demonstrated managerial, administrative and professional competencies in work performance and results

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:-

(i) providing specialized health services to patients;

(ii) performing medical procedures;

(iii) undertaking “On-Call” duties;

(iv) conducting operational and clinical research;

(v) conducting health promotion;

(vi) assisting in training and mentorship of junior staff and students;

(vii) running specialist outpatient clinics;

(viii) conducting ward rounds;

(ix) undertaking medical legal assessment and writing reports;

(x) providing expert evidence in court;

(xi) referring patients to other specialists or hospital; and

(xii) offering liaison medical services.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified persons are requested to make their applications ONLINE through the Commission website: www.publicservice.go.ke or jobs portal: www.psckjobs.go.ke

Send an email to: [email protected]. Please include your ID /Passport Number and full name, or call the following numbers: Landline: +254 (020) 2223901, 254 20 2227471 Call Centre: 020 4865000

Please Note:

(i) Applicants should provide all the details requested for in the advertisement. It is an offence to include incorrect information in the application. Details of academic and professional certificates not obtained by closure of the advert should not be included.

(ii) Only shortlisted and successful applicants will be contacted.

(iii) Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.

(iv) The Public Service Commission is committed to implementing the provisions of the Constitution – Chapter 232 (1) on fair competition and merit, representation of Kenya’s diverse communities and affording equal employment opportunities to men and women, members of all ethnic groups and persons with disabilities.

THEREFORE, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES, THE MARGINALIZED AND THE MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

(v) Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce originals of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates and transcripts during interviews.

(vi) It is a criminal offence to present fake certificates/documents.

(vii) Serving officers shall be required to avail original letters of appointment to the current substantive posts during the interviews.

Applications should reach the Commission on or before 4 th June, 2024 (Latest 5 pm East African Time)