Medical Officer Intern at Avenue Healthcare in Nairobi, Kenya

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    Medical Officer Intern

    Avenue HealthcareNairobi, Kenya

    Posted

    1 week ago

    Apply by

    25 Aug

    Full Time
    On Site
    Internship
    Healthcare, Medical & Pharmaceutical
    Healthcare & Medical

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    Job Description

    The Medical Officer intern will work under supervision to fulfil registration requirements. During this period, the intern will have an opportunity to consolidate their knowledge, skills and attitudes to enable them to become a competent practitioner.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Conducting themselves in a manner that upholds the dignity of the profession at all times.
    • Undertaking appropriate clinical history and physical examination.
    • Documenting all findings and recommendations appropriately, ensuring that the patient record is up to date.
    • Requesting for and/or performing relevant investigations.
    • Reporting to and consulting with the Internship Supervisor and the other practitioners in the department as appropriate.
    • Communicating effectively with other health professionals to ensure continuity of care.
    • Communicating effectively with patients and their relatives with regards to diagnosis, treatment and follow up.
    • Writing accurate and informative case summaries, referral notes and discharge summaries.
    • Appropriately handing over patients.
    • Presenting cases concisely, coherently and competently during ward rounds, grand rounds, mortality audits, CPD or any other appropriate fora.
    • Participating in the identification, development and implementation of community health programme under supervision.
    • Performing any other relevant duties assigned by the Supervisor.
    • Promoting the practice of knowledge-based, evidence-based, quality and ethical healthcare.
    • Participating in the Institution's CPD activities, research and innovation, and Providing feedback to the Internship Coordinator, Internship Supervisors, the Institution and the Council on the implementation and progress of internship training, with a view of improving the quality of internship training.
    • Quality clinical by compliance with established clinical standards Client satisfaction

    Required Qualifications

    • MBChB from a medical school recognized by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council KMPDC
    • Signed Hippocratic Oath
    • Internship License from the KMPDC
    • Valid Basic Life Support certificate BLS
    • Valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support/ Trauma and Life Support certificate ACLS/ATLS
    • Valid ETAT+/EPALS certificate
    • Evidence of elective term at a medical facility
    • Demonstrable knowledge and skills in Information and Communication Technology
    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
    • Experience with bench or bedside clinical research
    • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
    • Open to learning/ Self-driven adult learner
    • Attention to detail and with critical thinking skills

    Job Details

    Job Function

    Healthcare & Medical

    Education Level

    Bachelor’s Degree

    Area of Study

    Medicine

    Field of Study

    MBChB

    Languages

    English

    Additional Information

    How to Apply: Interested and qualified? Go to Avenue Healthcare on careers.avenuehealthcare.com to apply.

    Master the Clinical Interview: From Case Presentation to Ethical Judgment

    This internship is your gateway to full registration, so the panel will probe not just your clinical knowledge but how you think on your feet, document accurately, and handle ethical dilemmas. They want a self-driven learner who can present cases clearly and work under pressure.

    1. Polish your case presentation skills: Expect to present a case during the interview. Practice structuring a concise, coherent presentation: history, examination, investigations, differentials, and plan. Use the SBAR format to show you can communicate effectively with other health professionals.

    2. Refresh your emergency protocols: Since BLS, ACLS/ATLS, and ETAT/EPALS are required, be ready to walk through algorithms. Review the latest guidelines and be prepared to demonstrate your decision-making in a simulated emergency scenario.

    3. Show evidence of hands-on experience: Highlight your elective term and any clinical rotations. Be specific about what you did, what you learned, and how you handled challenges. Quantify your exposure if possible, e.g., "managed 50+ patients in outpatient clinic."

    4. Demonstrate your research aptitude: The posting mentions bench or bedside clinical research. If you have any research experience, even a case report, bring it up. Discuss your role, the methodology, and any findings. If you lack formal research, talk about how you stay evidence-based in practice.

    5. Prepare for ethical and professionalism questions: The role emphasizes upholding the dignity of the profession. Think through scenarios involving patient confidentiality, informed consent, and resource limitations. Have clear, principled answers ready.

    6. Emphasize your ICT skills: With the push for digital health records, be ready to discuss your comfort with electronic medical records, telemedicine, or health informatics tools. Give examples of how you've used technology in your training.

    7. Show you're a team player and a self-starter: The internship requires working independently and as part of a team. Prepare examples of when you took initiative and when you collaborated effectively with nurses, colleagues, or senior doctors.

    8. Ask smart questions: At the end, ask about the internship structure, mentorship, and opportunities for research or community health. This shows you're genuinely interested in the program and your professional growth.

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