Medical Officer Job Scion Hospital Nairobi, Kenya

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Job Title: Medical Officer at Scion Hospital Date Posted: 27/07/2026 Job Type: Full Time Job Level: Middle Employer: Scion Hospital Industry: Medical Salary: Open Location: Nairobi Country: Kenya Deadline: 31/07/2026 Summary: Medical Jobs. Scion Hospital Jobs. Looking for a medical job in Kenya? Scion Hospital is recruiting a Medical Officer position. Proficiency in clinical medicine, patient care, and emergency response is required. Position Summary The Medical Officer is responsible for delivering comprehensive, and high-quality clinical care across outpatient (OPD), inpatient (IPD), and emergency departments. Reporting directly to the Head of Clinical Department, the Medical Officer will perform clinical assessments, formulates diagnostic and treatment plans, conducts minor surgical/clinical procedures, manages emergency resuscitation, and ensures accurate documentation. This role is pivotal in maintaining patient safety, operational compliance and quality healthcare delivery. Key Responsibilities & Duties Clinical Patient Care & Management Conduct thorough clinical examinations, obtain detailed patient histories, and formulate appropriate differential diagnoses. Order and interpret diagnostic laboratory investigations, radiological studies, and clinical tests in a timely manner. Prescribe evidence-based medical treatment plans, medications, and therapeutic interventions in line with healthcare and hospital clinical guidelines. Inpatient & Emergency Care Conduct daily ward rounds for admitted patients, review progress notes, adjust treatment protocols, and plan timely discharges. Provide immediate emergency care, triage, and resuscitation for acute medical, surgical, or obstetric emergencies. Perform minor clinical and minor surgical procedures within scope of practice (e.g., wound debridement, suturing, lumbar puncture, chest drain insertion, cannulation). Documentation & Administrative Compliance Maintain meticulous, legible, and timely physical patient charts, including discharge summaries and referral letters. Ensure strict adherence to pre-authorization guidelines, insurance documentation requirements, and medical audit protocols. Multidisciplinary Collaboration & Quality Assurance Collaborate effectively with consultants and other teams to optimize patient care. Participate actively in mortality and morbidity (M&M) reviews, continuous medical education (CME) sessions, and clinical governance audits. Adhere to infection prevention and control (IPC) protocols, patient safety policies, and medical ethics standards. Qualifications & Job Requirements Education: Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB / MBBS) or equivalent medical degree from a recognized university. Licensing & Registration: Active registration and valid retention license from the relevant national Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council Experience: Minimum 1–3 years post-internship clinical experience in a busy hospital setting. Certifications: Current certification in ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), BLS (Basic Life Support), and/or ATLS/ALSO preferred. Skills & Competencies: Strong clinical diagnostic skills, proficiency in emergency procedures, excellent communication, empathetic patient relation skills, and proficiency in Hospital Management Systems How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: hr@scionhealthcare.com using the position as subject of email 🎯 Applying for This Job? Don’t Send a Generic CV. Don’t send the same CV to every job/employer. Have our recruitment team customize your CV to match the requirements of this specific job and improve your chances of getting an interview. Customise My CV For This Job . ⭐ 5-Star Reviews . Job Seeker Testimonials: Professionals Who Got Jobs Through Corporate Staffing Since 2011, Kenyan professionals have trusted Corporate Staffing Services to help them secure employment with leading employers in Kenya and beyond. Read testimonials from candidates who have experienced our recruitment process firsthand and successfully gotten hired through our recruitment services. You Could Be Our Next Success Story . Read How They Got Jobs Through Corporate Staffing Browse Related Jobs: COHO Job Scion Hospital Nairobi, Kenya Global Medical Expert Network Job CloudFactory… Medical Profiles Job MSF Nairobi, Kenya Physiotherapy & Rehabilitative Services Manager Job… GET A JOB FASTER! Applying for a Specific Job? Our recruiters will customise your CV to match the employer's requirements so you can get shortlisted. Customise My CV Used AI to Write Your CV but Not Getting Interviews? Get A FREE CV review and CV Upgrade, plus 3 months job search support from our recruitment team. Contact us today for Free CV Review Do You Have An Upcoming Interview? Get assistance from our experienced HR recruiters. Talk to our team for Interview Preparation & Coaching Browse Top Job Categories Accounting Jobs Administration Jobs Audit Jobs Banking Jobs Communic