Job Opportunities at Mater Hospital – 9 Positions

The Mater Misericordiae Hospital, a faith-based institution has excellent career opportunities for candidates who possess integrity, a passion for excellence, Christ-centeredness, show compassion and respect for each human person.

We are committed to being a leading healthcare provider in East and Central Africa and benchmark against the highest attainable world standards seeking continuous improvement.

1. Tutor

Job Description

• Provide theoretical and clinical instructions to students to expected standards to ensure mastery of skills and good performance standards.
• Monitor students’ performance to maintain outstanding institutional standards.
• Offer guidance and counselling to promote discipline and a good learning environment.
• Develop and review curricula in line with Nursing Council requirements.
• Develop and coordinate extra curriculum activities for students.
• Ensure proper management and use of resources in a cost effective manner.
• Prepare learning materials and maintain student’s records and registers.

Requirements

BSc Nursing or KRN/KRM with an all-around working experience of at least 6 years in a senior nursing position.

 

2. Plumber

Job Description

• Carry out planned preventive maintenance on plumbing work in the hospital
• Undertake repairs of all mechanical defects reported daily or during inspection such as leaking pipes, sinks, taps, blocked toilets and bathrooms.
• Carry out periodic checks and inspections of potential plumbing defects within the hospital to establish plumbing repair and maintenance requirements.
• Requisition for plumbing materials and supplies within the workshop stores necessary for efficient delivery of services
• Ensure tidiness and safety of plumbing workstations and sites within the hospital
• Provide on the job training and supervision of staff and trainees attached to the department.

Qualifications

• Certification as a Plumber.
• At least three (3) years’ experience as a skilled plumber preferably in a setup.
• Familiarity with plumbing services and equipment associated with hospitals.
• A team player and flexible person able to work with minimum supervision.

3. Registered Community Nurse

Job Description

• Provide ART and care to people living with HIV/AIDs and work with community-based groups on follow-ups to ensure adherence.
• Provide support to community-based groups on home-based care.
• Participate in clinic-based training sessions designed to educate patients and caregivers concerning HIV and ART.

Qualifications

• KRCHN – Diploma in Nursing
• Basic HIV/AIDS counseling skills.
• 2 years Hospital/ Community nursing experience
• Must demonstrate genuine interests in community work and care to people infected and affected by HIV/AIDs.

 

4.Payroll Accountant

Job Description

• Accurate preparation of the hospital payroll by scheduled dates and administration of statutory deduction by deadlines.
• Update the system with details of new staff and work out terminal dues for those exiting.
• Facilitate opening of bank accounts and registration of NSSF, NHIF and PIN for new staff.
• Handle payment queries from staff.

Requirements

• BCom or equivalent and CPA II.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar position. Hospital experience will be an added advantage

 

5. Housekeeping Supervisor

Job Description

• Supervise activities of housekeeping to ensure proper cleanliness, safety and infection control standards.
• Visit assigned areas and make sure that cleaning is being done according to the standard and that schedules are followed.
• Inspect all patients’ rooms after checkout and release for new admissions only when they have met the prescribe cleanliness standards.
• Arrange adequate staff coverage to all areas by distributing staff efficiently on daily basis.
• Inspect all equipment on daily basis to ensure they are clean and in good operational condition.
• Handle all cleaning request by assigning the concerned person
• Ensure control and efficient use of supplies.
• Provide on the job training to staff.

Requirements

• Diploma in Housekeeping and Laundry.
• 5 years’ experience with at least 2 years in a similar position.
• Experience in a Hospital set up will be an added advantage.
• Good team leader.

6. Head Of Housekeeping

Job Description

• Planning, organizing and directing activities in the Units to ensure high standards of hygiene, cleanliness, orderliness and general ambiance of the entire Hospital.
• Develop and implement Housekeeping, Laundry and Gardening policies and procedures
• Determine optimum staffing levels and ensure all new staff are orientated and trained in handling machines, working tools, chemicals and detergents.
• Prepare the departmental budget and ensure adequate supply of stocks, efficient use of resources and accountability.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory legislation in relation to Occupational Health and Safety, Quality
• Assurance Standards and Fumigation activities as well as
• Liaise with the nursing team to implement and enforce hospital infection prevention and control protocols.
• Liaise with Maintenance Department to ensure periodical preventive maintenance of equipment and arrange for replacement of obsolete equipment and working tools.
• Review staff performance and organize training to ensure continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Degree in Hotel and Institutional Management or related field.
• At least 8 years’ experience with at least 2 years in a Supervisory Level in a busy establishment.
• Knowledge of hygiene and sanitary standards.
• Knowledge of housekeeping work procedures and equipment.
• Good interpersonal, communication and leadership skills.

 

7. Biomedical Engineer

Job Description

• Carrying out preventive maintenance and repairs of medical equipment.
• Carrying out calibration and verification of the performance of key medical equipment
• Liaising with departments to roll out the maintenance schedule.
• Maintaining job cards for each job assigned.
• Participating in training user departments on handling medical equipment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Bio-Medical Engineering
• 3 years’ experience in medical equipment maintenance.
• Good organizational, problem solving and interpersonal skills

8. Accident & Emergency Unit Medical Officers

Job Description

• Ethically reviewing and instituting appropriate therapeutic interventions for patients presenting to the outpatient department.
• Reviewing and instituting appropriate medical interventions in other units of the hospital where medical review is required.
• Managing medical emergencies in line with advanced life support protocols
• Performing medical procedures expected of a medical officer.
• Ensuring that high standards of diagnostic accuracy and patient care are maintained
• Preparing medical reports and other standard clinical documents as required
• Ensuring professionalism and timeliness in handling of clients at both individual and departmental level
• Participating in continuous medical education and the development of departmental clinical protocols, quality improvement plans, and initiatives
• Participating in research, clinical audits and review programmes for the department
• Ensuring consistency in the clinical protocols and provision of care.
• Ensuring adequate communication with clients with regards to their illness.
• Ensuring appropriate referral for patients requiring specialized care
• Participating in hospital CSR and outreach activities

Requirements

• Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery
• Sound training in BLS, ACLS and ATLS
• Competence in the accident and emergency procedures and protocols
• Highly analytical, excellent diagnostician
• Team player, excellent inter-personal skills, self-motivated and able to work under pressure with minimum supervision
• Must be registered with the Kenya Medical Practitioners & Dentist Board and on the retention register
• Vast experience in a similar healthcare setting will be an added advantage

9. Intensive Care Unit Medical Officers

Job Responsibilities

• Ethically reviewing and instituting appropriate therapeutic interventions for patients admitted to ICU/HDU or requiring critical care across the hospital.
• Reviewing patients in other units where ICU/HDU support is needed and making appropriate decisions on interventions required.
• Assisting in coaching and mentoring of intern doctors, junior MOs and nursing staff on various aspects of critical care and management of critical illness.
• Performing medical procedures expected of an ICU medical officer.
• Ensuring that high standards of diagnostic accuracy and patient care are maintained
• Preparing medical reports and other clinical documents as required
• Ensuring professionalism and timeliness in handling of clients at both individual and departmental level
• Participating in continuous medical education and the development of departmental clinical protocols, quality improvement plans, and initiatives
• Participating in research, clinical audits and review programmes for the department
• Ensuring consistency in the clinical protocols and provision of care.
• Ensuring regular and adequate communication with patients and relatives on clinical progress.
• Participating in hospital CSR activities

Requirements

• Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery
• Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery
• 5 years’ experience with at least 2 years in a busy ICU
• Competence in Adult Advanced Cardiovascular and Trauma Life Support and Paediatric Advanced Life Support skills.
• Must be well organized and have the ability to plan ahead and deal with care issues as they arise.
• Must be thorough and proactive to ensure quality care and positive outcome.
• Must be able to work closely with a multi-disciplinary team excellent interpersonal skills, self-motivated and able to work under pressure with minimum supervision

How to apply

If you are interested in the above positions and you meet the requirements listed, please send your application together with a detailed CV [provide 3 referees and include their telephone contacts and email addresses] to [email protected] so as to reach us not later than 5th January, 2018. shortlisted candidates will be contacted.