Clinical Officer

at Kenya Medical Research Institute
Location Nairobi, Kenya
Date Posted May 10, 2021
Category Health Care / Medical
Job Type Full-time
Currency KES

Description

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.

KMR/7 Vacancy No.FN-02-04-2021
Reports to: Clinic Lead
Location: Suba/Rongo
Duration: 6 Months Contract as per KEMRI Scheme of Service. The first 2 months is a probation period

Minimal Requirements:

  1. Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery from a recognized medical training institution.
  2. At least one year experience with Clinical research
  3. Minimum 2 years’ experience in HIV Clinical care management including anti-retroviral.
  4. Experience in implementing clinical research studies.
  5. Registered with the Clinical officer’s council and has a valid practicing license
  6. Comfortable working in remote rural villages of Suba, Mbita & Rongo, Uriri Sub-Counties of Southern Nyanza.
  7. Be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in English and preferably Dholuo
  8. Ability to ride a motorbike (with a valid riding/driving license) will be an added advantage.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Conduct physical and medical examinations for study participants and treat medical conditions as may apply
  • Perform clinical assessment of participants & interpret laboratory results.
  • Administer informed consent to prospective and continuing study participants and record the process appropriately
  • Respond to questions about the study posed by participants and the community
  • Develop in-depth understanding of the study’s goals and the logistics required to conduct the study
  • Track/trace participants for their study visits within the prescribed visit windows to ensure good retention and safety monitoring
  • Report problems encountered to the Clinical Services Coordinator and consult appropriately
  • Report adverse events as applicable and document all protocol deviations
  • Counsel participants on HIV/AIDS and various treatment/prevention on offer. Maintain participant confidentiality at all times
  • Maintain good relationship with the community, the rest of the clinical team and the other departments in the facility
  • Perform any other relevant duties as assigned by the study manager, ART Coordinator and designated supervisors
  • Works in a professional and ethical manner with competence, accountability and integrity

Applying Instructions

Applications should include the following:

  1. A cover letter stating current position and date available to start working for the program
  2. A current CV including email and mobile phone contact
  3. Name and phone number for two professional referees
  4. Two letters of recommendation
  5. A copy of the latest pay slip (if applicable)
  6. Copies of academic and professional certificates

Application Method

Interested candidates who meet the above criteria are encouraged to send in their applications through email;

hrrctp@kemri-ucsf.org

Kemri Is An Equal Opportunity Employer Commited To Diversity; Persons With Disability, Women, Youth And Those From Marginalized Areas Are Encouraged To Apply. Kemri Does Not Charge A Fee At Any Stage Of Its Selection Process Including Application, Interview And Processing Of Offer Letter. If Asked For A Fee, Report Such Request Immediately.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Closing Date : 11th May, 2021

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