Kirinyaga County borders Nyeri County, Murang’a County and Embu County.It covers an area of 1,478.1 square kilometers. The county lies between 1,158 metres and 5,380 metres above sea level in the South and at the Peak of Mt. Kenya respectively. Mt. Kenya which lies on the northern side greatly influences the landscape of the county as well as other topographical features. The snow melting from the mountain forms the water tower for the rivers that drain in the county and other areas that lie south and west of the county. The county can be divided into three ecological zones; the lowland areas, the midland areas and the highlands.

Job Ref: KCPSB/MOH/RCO/07/26/03/24
Terms of Service: Contract

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Taking history, examining, diagnosing and 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 minor surgical procedures as per training and skill.
• Collecting and compiling clinical data.
• Referring patients and clients to appropriate health facilities.
• Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Adhere to established standards of practice for Clinical Officers.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must:

• Diploma in Clinical Medicine or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Registered with Clinical Officers’ Council.
• Valid Practicing license.
• Have a minimum of three (3) years working experience.
• Knowledge of Professional standards.
• Must have good inter-personal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Computer Skills.