Job Vacancies at Aga Khan University Hospital

Responsibilities:

• Treat patients with musculo-skeletal conditions as well as provide general physiotherapy services.
• Teach patients and family about the condition, treatment, lifestyle, interventions, care and discharge plan.
• Provide educational information regarding exercise programmes, risk factor modification and home programmes.
• Ensure all patients documentation is done on time.
• Evaluate and monitor documentation of patients notes in the file.
• Ensure functionality of equipment by conducting regular monitoring/testing. 
• Ensure proper maintenance of patient’s records.  
• Enhance compliance with environment health and occupational safety.
• Monitor and adhere to infection control guidelines.
• Participate in planning and implementation of department goals.
• Monitor set goals and objectives.
• Participate in the implementation of quality control /staff development.
• Conduct in-house CMEs to support staff/therapists, monitor and review their progress.

Requirements:

• Diploma in Physiotherapy from a recognized institution/college.
• Higher National Diploma in orthopaedic manual therapy (OMT) from a recognized institution.
• Registration with the Physiotherapy Council of Kenya is mandatory.
• A minimum of 2 years’ working experience as a physiotherapist.
• Possess excellent interpersonal, communication, and commendable customer service skills.
• Certificate in Basic Life Support (BLS)

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Regular Duties/ Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support for HVAC equipment throughout Aga khan University as assigned including scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
• Document all HVAC activities and test results according to department policy.
• Promptly respond to HVAC equipment Breakdown Maintenance (BDMA) request from user Departments as per policy.
• Timely complete and document HVAC equipment & systems Preventive Maintenance (PPM) as per policy.
• Liaison with user Departments for HVAC equipment and systems maintenance activities and report to HVAC supervisor on issues arising.

Periodic Duties/ Responsibilities:

• Assist HVAC supervisor with requests for special projects, such as new equipment acquisition/upgrade purchase planning, development of bid specifications
• Assist HVAC supervisor equipment/systems inventor and development of Preventative Maintenance schedules and guidelines.
• Develop with HVAC supervisor equipment safety and device-specific in-service education to other technicians and equipment users as necessary.
• Perform incident investigation and HVAC equipment performance analysis as required.
• Develop or review with HVAC supervisor emergency and safety plans related to use and operation of HVAC equipment.

Requirements:

• Diploma in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning or equivalent qualifications.
• Computer Literacy.
• Sound technical knowledge on HVAC, centralized air conditioning and refrigeration systems functioning and maintenance (mechanical, electrical/ electronic).
• Accurate interpretation of technical drawings & specifications.
• A minimum of 3 Years working experience in a similar position.
• Excellent communication with interpersonal skills.
• High personal integrity.

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Responsibilities:

• Review and examine patients consistently by performing such duties as taking case histories, conducting physical examinations, and ordering diagnostic laboratory and radiology studies in compliance with evidence based practice and established protocols.
• Monitor acute and chronically ill patients’ progress on a regular basis.
• Initiate discussions with patients and care givers to enable better diagnostic and therapeutic medical care and services.
• When necessary, carry out privileged and potentially life-saving emergency surgical and medical procedures.
• Provide evidence based screening and wellness examinations, risk assessment, early detection and education on prevention of illness.
• Initiate timely discussions with relevant consultants/departments to arrive at the best treatment plan for specialized cases.
• Establish links with clinic management and the main hospital to ensure smooth and efficient referral of patients.
• Work closely with members of the clinical and non-clinical teams to provide patient centric, coordinated care, reduce errors and waste and create efficiency in resource utilization.
• Actively participate in clinic quality initiatives in collaboration with the clinic management and Quality and Patient Safety team.

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) or equivalent
• Successful completion of at least 2-years post-graduate Internship.
• Registration by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board
• Valid Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certificate

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Responsibilities:

• Prepares consultation rooms, ensuring stocks, linen, basic equipment and stationery are available at all times
• Performs basic assessment for all patients attending the clinic and designs care which is specific and appropriate to individual needs. Assessment includes measurement of vital signs, height, and weight
• Confirms imaging and pathology reports and ensures these are present in CARE 2000 before patient is seen by the doctor
• Prepares patient for physician examination and acts as chaperone where necessary
• Maintains an orderly, efficient, and timely flow of patients
• Assists the physician with clinic procedures where applicable and performs basic tests such as Glucose test and urinalysis
• Proficiency in wound care
• Assesses patient and family education needs and provides appropriate teaching based on their needs
• Arranges for patients’ admission to the wards when necessary
• Ensures safety of special populations such as paediatric, the elderly, psychiatric and patients with various forms of disabilities
• Instructs patient and family regarding medications, investigations and follow up clinic appointments
• Demonstrate awareness of community resources available to patients and assists with referrals when necessary.
• Observes infection control practices and maintains a clean and safe work environment for staff and patients
• Maintains open communication with the patient and the multidisciplinary team in the clinics to ensure customer satisfaction
• Participates in data collection and monitoring of clinic’s quality indicators
• Is accountable for judicious and efficient use of resources i.e. accurate and timely billing of ward stock, drugs and consumables
• Responsible for safe use of equipment through cleaning, storage, per shift checks of the inventory and timely reporting of non-functional equipment to the unit supervisor
• Ensure compliance with health and safety guidelines for staff and patients, reporting any accidents, incidents, hazards or equipment defects in accordance with laid down policies
• Participates in unit-based nursing education, quality improvement (QI) projects, Clinical Care Program Certification (CCPC), audits, spot checks and skill checks

Requirements:

• KRCHN /BScN from a recognized school of Nursing or University
• Current Licensure with the Nursing council of Kenya
• Certificate in Basic life support (BLS)
• Demonstrate evidence-based knowledge of current practices in Medical-Surgical nursing

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Introduction to Aspire Future Leaders Programme

• Aspire Future Leaders Programme is a fast-track eighteen months job rotation, which serves as a catalyst for career development.  It is designed to offer core professional skills through project-based learning, mentorship and exposure to processes and systems. 
• The components of the programme have been weaved together such that our trainees emerge with valuable insights, the 'know-how' to deliver, and confidence to make meaningful decisions pertaining to their future careers.
• The programme includes global exposure, mentorship, leadership networking opportunities and customized learning and development opportunities.  
• We invite applicants from Kenya and Uganda to join this exciting program, offering a clear career pathway for growth and development.

Responsibilities

• The rotation programme will help to gain functional expertise. They will be working on assigned projects in their departments of rotation. These may include:
• Reviewing global HR processes and systems to identify business needs for developing and managing human capital.
• Facilitating executive search by conducting market research, talent mapping and industry analysis to identify potential candidates.
• Learning data analytics strategies to optimize statistical efficiency and quality to leverage past trends and behaviors for making better future decisions.
• Managing global engagements by onboarding and orienting incoming international interns, coordinating their onsite experience, supporting their professional development curriculum, managing social media channels, and maintaining programme databases and reports.

 Requirements

• Eligible students must have recently completed Master’s Degree Programme
• Applicants must demonstrate strong academic performance.
• Applicants must be residing or have permission to work in the country of application

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Responsibilities:

• Ensure complete pre-op assessment including the surgical checklist, nursing documentation and physician’s assessment
• Receive the patient prior to surgery, gets report from the accompanying nurse and performs pre-op checklist.
• Circulate and assist as needed for minor surgeries under supervision
• Ensure effective recovery of stable patients post any form of anaesthesia.
• Assists with intubation and extubation of patient in the Post Anaesthesia Care Unit (PACU) and if required in the Operating Room (OR)
• Communicate with anaesthetist and primary teams regarding patient issues and shifting plans.
•  Promptly report both clinical and non-clinical unusual findings to the nurse manager or designee
• Identify patient and family learning needs and initiate appropriate teaching
• Perform pain assessment and initiate analgesia as required
• Ensure that nursing documentation is timely, comprehensive and complete
• Ensure all specimens are properly labelled and delivered to the lab in a timely manner
• Provide safe environment for patients through adherence to infection control practices and other safety policies
• Be able to recognize a patient in a pre-arrest or arrest states and initiate Basic Life Support
• Dispose of clinical and non-clinical waste safely in accordance with Aga Khan University Hospital guidelines on waste management
• Administer medication safely, monitor patient responses to medication and promptly report adverse reactions
• Care of equipment through cleaning, storage, per shift check of the inventory and timely reporting and follow up on non-functional equipment to the nurse manger designee.
• Participate in unit based nursing education, quality improvement (QI) projects, audits, spot checks and skill checks

Requirements:

• RN from a recognized school of nursing or university
• Current licensure with the Nursing Council of Kenya
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Demonstrate evidence based knowledge of current practices in theater nursing.