Medical Specialist – (Neurology) at Kenyatta National Hospital in Nairobi, Kenya

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    Medical Specialist – (Neurology)

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    5 days ago

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    7 Sept

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

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    Job Description

    The Medical Specialists Neurology are responsible to Head of Department in the provision of specialized diagnostic, curative, rehabilitative and preventive health care services to the population under their care; they are entrusted to provide quality health care services.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Implement clinical decisions for specialised quality inpatient and outpatient care that includes provision of promotive, preventive, curative and rehabilitative services
    • Implement hospital programmes within their respective specialities
    • Champion continuous quality healthcare standards and patient safety guidelines
    • Assist in mentoring and coaching of staff in the respective specialities
    • Coordinate intervention activities and programs for training health professionals in community health and health management in hospitals/health facilities
    • Implementing clinical review protocols procedures and work instructions for the practice of specialized care
    • Coordinating and managing referral care within the framework of the hospital and national referral policies
    • Consult with other specialists to solve single or multiple medical issues as required by patients in the hospital
    • Undertaking research activities in the speciality and implement the research findings to improve quality of service delivery
    • Performing emergency medical procedures
    • Collaborates, writes and responds to requests for consultation from other Specialist throughout the Hospital in the diagnosis and management of patients not directly under his/her care
    • Providing high standards of specialized clinical services to patients in the wards and specialized clinics
    • Performing regular rounds with the registrars and other officers to assist in patient management
    • Communicating to all patients under their care about the nature of their illness and the outlook in treatment of their well-being so that they understand the full extent of their recovery or disability as may be the case
    • Carryout specialized diagnostic, therapeutic medical or surgical procedures
    • Accepting responsibility for the teaching of the highest standards of medical practice to medical specialists-in-training, medical officers, medical interns and other students
    • Executing Medico-legal duties including filling of P3 forms, court attendance and forensic duties
    • Participating in community diagnosis, preventive & promotive care and treatment
    • Utilizing patient data to benefit the customer and service provider
    • Undertake medical research & clinical audits and implementing the findings

    Required Qualifications

    • Masters of Medicine in Internal Medicine or equivalent qualification from an institution recognized by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council
    • Bachelor in Medicine and Surgery MBChB. or its equivalent qualification from an institution recognized by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council
    • Certification/ Fellowship in Neurology from a recognized institution
    • Specialist recognition certificate in Neurology from the Kenya Medical Practitioners' and Dentist Council. However, physicians with interest in Neurology and have finished Mmed in Internal Medicine and are undergoing pre-KMPDC registration attachment are encouraged to apply
    • Registration Certificate by the Medical Practitioners & Dentist Council
    • Valid practicing license in Neurology from Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council
    • Professional Indemnity Cover

    Job Details

    Job Function

    Healthcare & Medical

    Education Level

    Master’s Degree

    Area of Study

    Medicine

    Field of Study

    Internal Medicine

    Languages

    English

    Additional Information

    How to Apply: Download and fill the application form available at KNH Website www.knh.or.ke. The application form together with a detailed C.V indicating qualifications, experience, current responsibilities, copies of testimonials and certificates which MUST be SERIALIZED should be sent on or before 7th September, 2026 to the address below: The Chief Executive Officer, Kenyatta National Hospital, P.O Box 20723-00202 NAIROBI, or dropped at the Hospital’s Central Registry located at the KNH Administration block.

    Show Your Neurology Depth Beyond the Degree

    This role sits at the top of Kenya's referral system, so the panel will probe how you handle complex cases, teach juniors, and uphold medico-legal standards. Your CV and interview must prove you can lead a specialty unit, not just hold the certificates.

    1. Lead with your MMed and Fellowship: Place your Masters of Medicine in Internal Medicine and Neurology fellowship at the top of your CV. The KMPDC recognition is non-negotiable, so make it impossible to miss.

    2. Detail your clinical volume: List the specific neurological conditions you've managed—stroke, epilepsy, movement disorders—and the number of patients you've seen. Numbers give the panel a sense of your hands-on experience.

    3. Show teaching and mentoring: This role expects you to train registrars and interns. Highlight any teaching rounds, supervision, or academic appointments you've held, with concrete examples.

    4. Prepare for medico-legal questions: Expect questions on P3 forms, court attendance, and forensic duties. Review the legal framework for medical practice in Kenya and have a story ready.

    5. Emphasize research and audits: The job includes research and clinical audits. Mention any publications, audits, or quality improvement projects you've led, and be ready to discuss findings.

    6. Align with KNH's referral role: Understand how KNH functions as a national referral hospital. Show you can handle complex referrals and coordinate with other specialists.

    7. Communicate patient care clearly: The role requires explaining illness and treatment to patients. Prepare examples of how you've communicated difficult diagnoses with empathy and clarity.

    8. Verify your documents early: Ensure your KMPDC registration, practicing license, and professional indemnity cover are current. Serialize your certificates as instructed—missing this detail can disqualify you.

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    Tags

    Neurology
    Internal Medicine
    MBChB
    KMPDC
    Specialist