Senior Assistant Director of Medical Services/Medical Specialist I - Palliative Medicine Specialist at Machakos County Public Service Board in Machakos, Kenya

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    Senior Assistant Director of Medical Services/Medical Specialist I - Palliative Medicine Specialist

    Machakos County Public Service BoardMachakos, Kenya

    Posted

    2 days ago

    Apply by

    9 Sept

    Full Time
    On Site
    Senior
    Government & Public Administration
    Healthcare & Medical

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    Job Description

    This role involves providing specialized palliative care, including diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of patients. The position also entails training, conducting surgeries, and coordinating health programs and research within the county health system.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Undertaking general diagnosis, care, treatment and rehabilitation of patients.
    • Carrying out specialized clinical care.
    • Providing clinical services to patients.
    • Training, consulting and performing surgeries.
    • Carrying out forensic and medico-legal services.
    • Coordinating disease surveillance, prevention and control.
    • Coordinating health education and promotion.
    • Implementing health projects and programmes.
    • Maintaining up-to-date health information systems.
    • Monitoring provision of health treatment and care.
    • Undertaking health research.
    • Analyzing medical reports.

    Required Qualifications

    • Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery M.B.Ch.B degree from an institution recognized by the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board.
    • Master's degree in Palliative Medicine.
    • Certificate of Registration by the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board.
    • Valid practicing license from the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board.
    • Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than six 6 weeks from a recognized institution.
    • Certificate in Computer application skills from a recognized institution.
    • Demonstrated professional competence and managerial capability as reflected in work performance and results.

    Job Details

    Job Function

    Healthcare & Medical

    Education Level

    Master’s Degree

    Area of Study

    Medicine

    Field of Study

    Palliative Medicine

    Languages

    English

    Additional Information

    How to Apply: Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the Machakos County Public Service Board careers portal at jobs.machakos.go.ke.

    Show Leadership in Palliative Care

    This role sits at the intersection of clinical excellence and county health leadership. Hiring panels will look for evidence that you can manage complex cases with compassion while steering programs and teams.

    1. Lead with your palliative care philosophy: In your cover letter and interview, articulate how you approach end-of-life care and symptom management. Share a case where you improved a patient's quality of life, showing both clinical skill and empathy.

    2. Highlight your leadership training: The Strategic Leadership Development Programme is a key requirement. Emphasize how you've applied leadership principles in your current role, such as mentoring junior staff or leading a clinical team.

    3. Prove your computer proficiency: With health information systems mentioned, be ready to discuss your experience with electronic medical records or data analysis tools. Bring examples of how you've used data to improve patient care.

    4. Prepare for clinical scenario questions: Expect questions on complex palliative cases, pain management protocols, and ethical dilemmas. Practice articulating your decision-making process clearly.

    5. Show your commitment to public health: This role involves disease surveillance and health education. Share any experience you have in community outreach or public health initiatives.

    6. Demonstrate managerial capability: Provide concrete examples of how you've managed budgets, supervised staff, or coordinated programs. Use the STAR method to structure your answers.

    7. Know the county health landscape: Research Machakos County's health priorities and challenges. Tailor your answers to show how your skills align with their specific needs.

    8. Bring your credentials to the interview: Have copies of your degrees, registration certificates, and practicing license organized. Be prepared to explain any gaps in your career or training.

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    Tags

    palliative care
    medical specialist
    clinical care
    health programs
    strategic leadership