Medical Officer – 2 Posts at County Government of Tharaka Nithi

Job Description

Requirements for appointment

Be a Kenyan citizen;
Be a holder of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B., & ChB.) Degree from a University recognized in Kenya;
Have completed 12 months internship period;
Registered as a Medical Practitioner by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Council;
Must have a Valid Practicing License;
Demonstrable skills and experience in various clinical areas with atleast three (3) years experience
Be of acceptable moral and professional standing;
Willing to undertake duties in any part of Tharaka Nithi County as they will be assigned from time to time; viii.
Certificate in computer application skills from an institution recognized in Kenya will be an added advantage

Duties and responsibilities

The Medical Officer shall be responsible to the employer and the supervisor for the following:

Attending to patients in clerking, diagnoses, management and follow up;
Performing medical and surgical procedures;
Responding to emergencies and disasters;
Providing health education;
Maintaining medical records, health information and data;
Participating in management of medicines, medical instruments and equipment
Counselling patients and relatives on diagnosis and bereavement;
Teaching and coaching Medical students, Medical Officer Interns, Nursing students and Interns, Clinical Officer students and interns;
Any other duty that may be assigned by the supervisor.

How to Apply
Each application should be accompanied by some detailed curriculum vitae,
copies of relevant academic and professional certificates and transcripts,
National Identity Card or Passport, testimonials and other relevant supporting
documents.
All applications should be submitted in sealed envelopes clearly marked on the
top left side the position applied for so as to reach the undersigned on or before
29th July, 2025. by 5.00 pm.
Applications should be addressed to:

THE SECRETARY
COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD
THARAKA NITHI COUNTY
P.O. BOX 10-60406
KATHWANA

Tharaka Nithi County is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity
and gender equality within the organization. Applicants comprising persons
with special needs are encouraged to apply.
Any form of canvassing will lead to disqualification. Only shortlisted
candidates shall be contacted.

NOTE: COMMUNICATION FROM THE COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD
IS ONLY DONE THROUGH THE OFFICE MOBILE PHONE NO. 0748087 375.