Registered Clinical Officer Iii - 20 Posts At Turkana County Government

Duties and Responsibilities
This is the entry grade into this cadre. An officer at this level will work under guidance of a senior officer. Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:
Taking history, examining, diagnosing, ordering laboratory and imaging investigations; interpreting laboratory and imaging results;
Treating patients' common ailments at an outpatient or inpatient health facility; Implementing Community Health Care activities in liaison with other health workers; Guiding and counseling patients, clients and staff on health issues;
Sensitizing patients and clients on preventive and promotive health;
Carrying out surgical procedures as per training and skill; collecting and compiling clinical data;
Assessing, preparing and presenting medico-legal reports and referring patients and clients to appropriate health facilities.

Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -
Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
Certificate of Registration from Clinical Officers' Council;
Valid Professional Practice License from the Clinical Officers' Council; and Certificate in computer applications.