Aga khan University Careers

Job purpose:

Reporting to the Transport Supervisor, the successful candidate will be driving the company vehicles within an established territory to transport medical personnel, equipment and supplies for the project in a timely manner.  S/he will be expected to be willing to travel a lot to different parts of the country where the project activities will be taking place.  They will also be responsible for the maintenance of the vehicles assigned to them and ensuring that they are always in good working condition.

Key Responsibilities:

• Transport faculty, staff, guests, medical personnel, equipment and supplies to and from the hospital and other specified locations in a safe and timely manner.
• Perform routine checks on the vehicle, such as checking oil, water and tyre pressure and report any defects or malfunctions to the Transport supervisor.
• Observe traffic laws and regulations to ensure safety and avoid accidents.
• Ensure the vehicle is always clean and in good working condition.
• Maintain accurate records of mileage, fuel consumption and other vehicle-related information and ensure log sheets are signed by the respective staff member.
• Ensure that all necessary documentation (e.g. insurance, inspection certificate, etc) and other mandatory equipment required by law for the vehicle are in place and up to date/Valid.
• Participate in emergency response activities as may be needed.
• Assist in loading and off-loading medical equipment and supplies.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of passengers/patients’ information and medical records.

Qualifications and Skills required.

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with a minimum grade of C (plain)
• Valid Driver’s licence with a clean driving record
• Possession of Kenyan Driving licence Grade D and a valid PSV or equivalent
• Possession of a Certificate of Good conduct
• Atleast 5 years of experience as a driver, preferably in a hospital or medical setting
• Knowledge of traffic regulations and city locations
• Ability to speak and write fluently in English and Kiswahili
• Good communications and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Knowledge of basic vehicle maintenance
• Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively.
• Excellent attendance and positive attitude towards the job
• Professional attributes and good customer service skills.

Physical requirements

• Ability to lift and carry heavy loads of upto 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in both outdoor and indoor environments.
• Healthy and alert with ability to drive for long hours.

Introduction

AKU- Department of Medicine is seeking a Senior Instructor in Endocrinology to undertake clinical, educational and research functions. The incumbent will admit, consult and undertake diagnosis and treatment of patients admitted under the Diabetes section.

Reporting to the Department Chair or other delegated individual, the incumbent will admit, consult and undertake diagnosis and treatment of patients admitted under the Diabetes/ Endocrinology section. S/he will be allowed to order tests and radiology and consult with sub-specialists when necessary to ensure quality, professional and ethical patient care. Specifically, the Senior Instructor will:

• Manage inpatients and outpatients in the Diabetes/Endocrinology service and/or Internal Medicine service and provide on call services as required.
• Educate patients on wellness, prevention, early detection and informed consent
• Teach and supervise residents, Senior House Officers and other clinical staff
• Participate in the review and development of appropriate policies and procedures for patient healthcare to formulate best practice guidelines
• Participate in case writing and research within the unit

Qualifications

Applicants must:

• Have a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.Ch.B) or equivalent
• Have an MMed or equivalent in Internal Medicine
• Have at least one year formal post-training experience after recognition of specialty qualification
• Be registered by KMPDC as a specialist
• Have valid BLS and ACLS certification
• Demonstrate competency and dexterity with all equipment utilized in the hospital environment and have good communication skills

Method of Application

Send an application letter together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of academic certificates and names of three referees, to the Manager, Talent Acquisition, Aga Khan University, via the email: [email protected]

Please quote the position title on the email subject. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Deadline for applications December 5th, 2023 

Job Purpose:

To stock, manage and supply consignments items, medical surgical, pharmaceutical, pathology and radiology, Food & Beverage, Engineering, CAPEX and general stores inventory, non-inventory items required by various hospital-wide, outreach and University Centre users.  Accurate reporting of inventory held within respective areas of responsibility.

Responsibilities:

• In charge of the assigned warehouse and/or Sub Store
• Service material requests from end-users.
• Ensure accurate, timely and complete posting and updating of transactions in the system, accurate and timely issue of items.
• Stack Items safely and neatly i.e., identifiable, and traceable.
• Ensure there are no stock outs by pre-empting the purchaser on items running low on stocks.
• Recommend optimum quantities of items to be replenished.
• Receiving of inventory from vendors against Purchase Orders, verifying quantity and quality.
• Accurate and on-time receiving and verification of invoices and forwarding to Finance for processing.
• Assist in maintaining minimum stock days.
• Verify the quality of goods received from vendors/Warehouses/Sub stores.
• Follow up on issues that end users have not accepted.
• Adhere to the FEFO method of stock movement.
• Manage a minimum value of expiries and items being obsolete.
• Take part in quarterly stock takes.
• Reporting; Ensure daily submission of checklist, Monthly on-time submission of bulk SPR for inventory replenishment, slow moving inventory, approved disposal forms and QVR reports.
• Control short expiry items/non-moving and slow-moving items and coordinate with satellite stores and receiving teams to ensure their timely returns to suppliers.
• Responsible for overseeing daily temperatures logs – both storage areas and fridges with supervision from immediate supervisor.
• Ensure stock transfers/ material stock issues and SPRs are checked and signed as per laid down procedures.
• Ensure daily replenishments of SPRs are done efficiently and on a timely mannder as per prescribed schedules.
• Ensure general neatness and cleanliness of the main stores.
• Ensure daily submission of inventory checklists, monthly on time submission of buld SPR for inventory replenishment, slow moving inventory report, expired inventory report, approved and signed disposal forms and Quality Variance Reports (QVR).
• Any other duties that may be assigned by PSCMD Supervisor, Assistant managers, managers and PSCMD leadership, which may include support the role and function of Purchase Assistant. 

Qualifications, experience and skills requirements:

• Business-related Diploma or Certification. 
• Membership to the Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS) or Chartered Institute of Logistics (CILT) or Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM) will be an added advantage.
• At least two years of work experience in a related field/work environment
• Proficiency in working with MS Office – MS Excel and MS word
• Ability to work in a team, has initiative and is proactive
• Excellent customer service skills and customer focus,
• Excellent interpersonal/ communication skills
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift heavy boxes, climb and bend.
• Knowledge of warehousing/stocking

Job Summary

To assist with Neurodevelopmental assessments of study participants. The data collection will take place within the hospital facilities. The Research Assistant- Neurodevelopmental Assessments will be expected to work with the hospital staff to ensure data collection and recruitment, while observing adherence to standard operating protocols for the specific studies.

Responsibilities

• Screen and identify eligible participants among children at the hospitals;
• Provide information, education and support to families or guardians of potentially eligible research participants;
• Administer the informed consent process for the study;
• Assist in collection of sociodemographic and phenotype data, using research electronic data capture software; and
• Foster good working relations with hospital’s nursing and clinical team and be willing to participate in continuous medical education (CME) activities in mental/neurological health care.

Requirements 

• A degree in Psychology, Early childhood Education/ Development, and other allied fields;
• Formal training in the use of Neurodevelopmental Assessment tools;
• At least 2 years’ experience in research specifically related to Neurodevelopment;
• Flexible – able to work extra hours when needed;
• Able to work with vulnerable populations such as those with neurological or mental health disorders;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written); and
• Be computer-literate with proficiency in project management tools and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities:

• Setup, test and calibrate physiological monitors and equipment such as anesthesia machines, airway devices, physiological monitors, infusion devices, nerve stimulators, patient/fluid warming devices and fiber optic bronchoscopes.
• Perform equipment checks as indicated and maintain records of problems
• Replace and change anesthetic equipment supplies as per routine schedule
• Maintain a stock of drug supplies at anesthesia workstations.
• Troubleshoot anesthetic equipment
• Correct problems that have been discovered and follow up with the theatre manager, the biomedical technician/engineers, and manufacturer’s service representative.
• Participate in operating theatre’s infection control program.
• Performing duties such as maintaining cleanliness of anesthetic equipment in accordance with quality assurance programs.
• Assist with the setting up of the physiological monitors such as ECG, Pulse oximetry and non-invasive blood pressure (NIBP).
• Assist the anesthesiologist with the insertion of peripheral venous lines, arterial lines, central venous catheters and pulmonary artery catheters.
• Adjust therapies (e.g. Ventilation, temperature control devices, fluid flow rates etc.) as directed by the anesthesiologist.
• In liaison with the circulating nurse, provide diagnostic data for the anesthesiologist by performing random blood sugar sampling and arterial blood gas sampling as requested.
• Arrange for transportation of emergency blood samples to the lab and collection of blood products from the blood bank.
• Assist at anesthetic emergency by performing duties such as aspirating secretions from the trachea and pharynx, deflating airways cuffs, and provide emergency airway equipment. Remove monitoring equipment after surgery.
• Assist with the transfer of post operative patients to the Post Anesthetic Care Unit (PACU) under the direction of the anesthesiologist, surgeon and nurse.
• Assist with the transfer of ventilation and/or anesthetized patient to the intensive care or high dependency unit under the direction of the anesthesiologist, surgeon and nurse.

Requirements:

• Diploma/ Equivalent Required or Completion of Anesthesia Assistant Course
• In service Course on Basic Nursing skills and Anesthesia
• Certificate in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in the Theatre is preferred

Responsibilities:

• Ensure patients admitted to Cath lab have the required preparation for radiography
• Perform Radio-imaging during diagnostic and interventional procedures in Cath lab
• Ensure prompt and accurate documentation of procedures, volumes, environment and downtime
• Act as a Radiation Safety Officer and ensure strict adherence to Radiation Protection guidelines
• Monitor the environment in the equipment, chiller and UPS rooms to ensure that conditions meet recommended standards.
• Provide hands on training and keep training records for other professionals and students assigned to Cath lab.
• Maintain patient, staff, and visitor’s  safety by observing infection control practices and other  safety policies
• Practice judicious use of unit stocks and ensure prompt billing of used consumables
• Maintain effective communication with the other members of the Multidisciplinary team for effective patient care
• Participate in Unit based Continuing education and implementation of quality control programs, Clinical Care Program Certification (CCPC) and skills checks
• Assist the manager in data collection and monitoring of identified unit-based quality and performance indicators
• Participate in departmental events such as public screening for heart disease, Medical Camps, World Heart Day activities and Conferences

Requirements:

• Diploma in Medical Imaging Sciences or Equivalent
• Registration with Kenya Nuclear Regulatory Authority
• Minimum 1-2 years’ experience as Cath lab Radiographer
• Adequate knowledge of congenital and acquired heart conditions with the associated angiographic and hemodynamic profiles
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Good customer service skills

Job Summary

Reporting to the Section Head, Family Medical Clinic, the Senior House/Medical Officer will provide quality patient-centered health care to patients and continuously evaluate and improve the quality of care provided by the institution to meet patient treatment goals.

Responsibilities

• Review and examine all patients consistently by performing such duties as taking case appropriate histories, conducting physical examinations and ordering relevant diagnostic tests.
• Attend to emergency patients in a timely and ensure effective handover to the Accident and Emergency teams.
• Liaise with residents, instructors and consultants, to ensure multidisciplinary care, continuity of care and appropriate referral.
• Initiate discussions with patient and care-givers to enable better diagnostic and therapeutic medical care and services.
• Conduct health promotion, wellness consultations, insurance assessments, pre-travel and preschool medical examinations.
• Participate in quality improvement, medical audits, process indicator management guidelines development and application.
• Participate in morbidity/mortality review preparation.
• Educate patients on wellness, prevention and early detection.
• Provide materials, resources and referrals to patients, family members/care givers.
• Educate patients on informed consent, choice of attending physician and right to seek second opinion.
• Initiate timely discussions with relevant consultants/departments to arrive at the best treatment plan for specialized cases.
• Work closely with members of the clinical care team to reduce errors and waste, improve skillfulness and resource utilization.
• Participate in departmental committees and internal business meetings.
• Participate in teaching of interns, elective students and nurses
• Encourage fellow SHOs to actively participate in research based activities, and assist the conferences registrar/resident in organizing for research-related activities.
• Organize for locally available data on prevalence and incidence of common ailments in AKUHN.
• Initiate discussions with consultants and colleagues to enable integration of clinical research activities, shared knowledge, institutional quality improvement and patient wellness activities.
• Participate in all team efforts as departmental needs arise.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.Ch.B).
• Registration by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board.
• A valid practicing license.
• A valid life support course certificate.
• 1-year post internship experience.
• Clinician traits of patience, compassion, responsibility, honesty, respect for others, self-awareness, logical thinking and intellectual curiosity.
• Good counseling and patient education skills.
• Ability to manage work-related stress and work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

The Successful applicant will be committed to advancing best practice in their discipline, meet the quality and patient safety standards of an internationally accredited university hospital. The successful applicant besides providing tertiary care clinical services, will develop their academic career in teaching and research. In education the focus will remain on undergraduate and post graduate medical education. The incumbent will be involved in:

• Assisting residents in their rotation and implementing and monitoring educational programmes while ensuring programme outcomes are attained.
• Assisting in the setting of examinations and ensuring formative assessments of the residents/interns are duly filled.
• Promoting and facilitating residents’ research, participating in scholarly activities including educational and clinical research and facilitating the publication of residents’ research work.
• Providing pre-determined clinical service, both in and out-patient.
• Establishing clinical services aligned to areas of interest and specialization and attending to emergency cases as and when required.
• Preparing a schedule of regular clinical teaching activity.

Requirements

• Applicants must have a completion certificate of specialty training in neurourgery with a qualification of MMed in Neurosurgery or equivalent with FCS/FRCS
• S/he must be registered or eligible for registration with Kenya Medical Practitioners’ & Dentists Council as a specialist. 
• Should have subspecialty training in Spine Surgery with at least 5 years’ of basic neurosurgical training and 1 year of spine surgery training
• Must demonstrate competency and dexterity with all equipment utilized in the hospital environment and be a good team player

Method of Application

​Send an application letter together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of academic certificates and names of three referees, to the Manager, Talent Acquisition, Aga Khan University, via the email: [email protected] 

Please quote the position title on the email subject.  Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Applications should be submitted latest by November 9, 2023 

Job Summary

The Department of Biomedical Sciences is a multi-disciplinary department comprising of Faculty from a wide range of basic science teaching and research expertise including Human Anatomy, Medical Physiology, Biochemistry and Pharmacology. The Department strives to inspire, innovate, and lead in Biomedical Science teaching and learning in an inclusive community where students, academics, researchers, clinicians, alumni and industry together foster learning.

AKU Department of Biomedical Sciences is seeking a full-time Lecturer in Medical Biochemistry who will make a significant contribution to the delivery of high-quality teaching in Biochemistry across MBChB. The faculty will have an important role in embedding research expertise into the discipline and the Department of Biomedical Sciences and will be required to develop high-quality productivity-driven networks across AKU and with local, national and international, internal and external partners.

Responsibilities

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Teaching Medical Biochemistry and providing academic advice and support to Medical College as well and School of Nursing and Midwifery (SONAM) students.
• Contributing to curriculum development and innovation in teaching, learning and assessment in Medical Biochemistry and working closely with colleagues to create an effective integrated curriculum.
• Contributing to the regular evaluation and development of blocks that include medical biochemistry in terms of content, delivery and assessment.
• Developing proposals for research funding and presenting academic papers in conferences/ seminars/ workshops/ symposia
• Contributing to scholarship in medical education or other areas of inquiry within the Medical College and SONAM in collaboration with colleagues
• Representing the Medical College and SONAM at local, regional and national meetings relevant to medical education and the specialist subject of Biochemistry, with internal and external bodies and develop leadership in this domain.

Requirements

• A good honours degree in Biochemistry or related discipline
• Postgraduate degree in Biochemistry
• Accomplished teaching of Medical Biochemistry in an undergraduate medical programme (or similar) using evidence-informed interactive approaches for large and small groups and incorporating information technology.Teaching postgraduates and undergraduates in programmes other than MBChB
• Experience in educational management that ensures well-organized delivery with continuous quality improvement.
• Track record of publications in international journals.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, flexible work approach and teamwork.
• Competence in IT and internet usage especially for e learning.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Method of Application

​Send an application letter together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of academic and professional certificates and names of three referees, to the Manager, Talent Acquisition, Aga Khan University, via the email: [email protected] 

Please quote the position title on the email subject.  Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Applications should be submitted latest by November 8, 2023