Job vacancies in West Pokot County: 234 opportunities

Job Vacancies in the County Government of West Pokot

The County Government of West Pokot is seeking highly qualified and motivated Kenyan citizens for various positions within the Department of Health and Sanitation. Below is a comprehensive list of available jobs, their requirements, duties, and instructions on how to apply. Interested applicants should ensure they meet the specified qualifications and submit their applications accordingly.

1. Medical Officer (Anesthesiology) JG “Q” (1 Post)

Requirements for Appointment:

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Served as Assistant Director of Medical Services for at least 3 years.
Bachelor degree in medicine and surgery (MB
.B) or equivalent.
Master’s degree in Anesthesia from a recognized institution.
Registered by the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board.
Registered as a consultant by the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Oversee health care service delivery in Anesthesia and ICU.
Administer anesthetic or sedation during medical procedures.
Coordinate with surgeons during operations.
Examine patients and use diagnostic tests to assess risks.

2. Medical Officer JG “M” (10 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MB.Ch.B) Degree.
Completed one (1) year internship.
Registration license from the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board.
Certificate in computer application skills.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Formulate, implement and review health policies.
Diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
Facilitate training for interns and health personnel.

3. Pharmacist JG “M” (4 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

Bachelor of Pharmacy from a recognized institution.
Completed one (1) year internship in Pharmacy.
Registered with the Pharmacy & Poisons Board.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Screen prescriptions for validity and appropriateness.
Prepare and dispense medicines.
Participate in ward rounds.

4. Clinical Psychologist JG “K” (3 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

Bachelor’s degree in medical psychology or equivalent.
At least 3 years of experience as a psychologist.
Registration with a relevant professional body.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Conduct client intake and analyze data.
Develop and review treatment plans.

5. Clinical Officer JG “K” (3 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Medicine and Surgery.
Served as Registered Clinical Officer II for at least 3 years.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Examine, diagnose, and treat patients’ ailments.
Guide and counsel patients on health issues.

6. Registered Clinical Officer III JG “H” (10 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery.
Registration from the Clinical Officers’ Council.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Diagnose and treat patients in outpatient departments.
Plan and conduct outreach health services.

7. Health Records and Information Officer I JG “K” (4 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

Degree in Medical Records Information Technology.
At least 2 years’ experience in a busy health care facility.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide quality and timely health information.
Ensure confidentiality and security of health records.

8. Health Records and Information Technologist III JG “H” (4 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

Diploma in Health Records and Information Technology.
Registration with the Association of Medical Records Officers of Kenya.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Supervise staff and maintain medical records.
Coordinate collection of medical statistics.

9. Health Records and Information Technician JG “G” (4 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

Certificate in Health Records and Information Technology.
Registration with the Association of Medical Records Officers of Kenya.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Manage patient records and maintain storage.

10. Medical Laboratory Officer I JG “K” (5 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

Degree in medical laboratory sciences.
Served as Medical Laboratory Technologist II for 3 years.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Write and record laboratory findings and results.
Mentor trainees on practical attachments.

11. Medical Laboratory Technologist III JG “H” (5 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology.
Registration certificate from KMTTB.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide laboratory services and manage supplies.

12. Public Health Officer I JG “K” (3 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

Bachelor of Science in Public Health or Environmental Health.
Experience in implementing Community Health Strategy.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Conduct public health inspections and develop reports.

13. Public Health Technologist III JG “H” (10 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

Diploma in Public Health or Environmental Health.
Registered with the Public Health Officers & Technician Council.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Conduct health assessments and monitor health risks.

14. Nursing Officer I JG “K” (5 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

Bachelors of Science in Nursing.
Served as Registered Nurse II for 3 years.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Implement nursing interventions and evaluate patient outcomes.

15. Kenya Registered Community Health Nurse (KRCHN) III JG “H” (30 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

Diploma in Nursing or Midwifery.
Registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide healthcare services and supervise dispensaries.

16. Kenya Enrolled Community Health Nurse (KECHN) JG “G” (10 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

Certificate in Community Health Nursing or Midwifery.
Registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Facilitate patient admissions and ensure proper care.

17. Nutrition Officer I JG “K” (2 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition or related field.
Registered with Kenya Nutrition and Dietetic Institute.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Prepare and implement therapeutic diets.

18. Nutrition Technologist III JG “H” (5 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

Diploma in Community Nutrition or equivalent.
Registered with Kenya Nutrition and Dietetic Institute.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Implement nutrition programs and provide health education.

19. Radiology Officer I JG “K” (3 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

Bachelor of Science in Radiography or equivalent.
Good knowledge in the professional field.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide medical imaging services and maintain equipment.

20. Radiographer Technologist III JG “H” (10 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

KCSE mean grade C with specified subject grades.
Diploma in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide radiographic services to patients.

21. Medical Engineering Technologist III JG “H” (6 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

Diploma in Medical Engineering.
Registered with the Association of Medical Engineering of Kenya.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintain and repair biomedical equipment.

22. Dental Technologist JG “H” (8 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

Diploma in Community Oral Health or Dental technology.
Registered with appropriate body.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Diagnose patients and carry out dental procedures.

23. Mortician Technologist Job Group “H” (3 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

KCSE C- minimum.
Diploma in relevant area and 3 years experience.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Supervise staff and ensure maintenance of morgue.

24. Mortician Technician Job Group “G” (3 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

KCSE D+ minimum.
Certificate in relevant area from a recognized institution.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Care for and preserve bodies.

25. Occupational Therapist Job Group “H” (4 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
Certification in computer application skills.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Assess and implement patient treatment plans.

26. Orthopedic Technologist III JG H (4 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

KCSE D+ minimum.
Diploma in orthopedic technology or equivalent.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Apply and remove casts and orthopedic devices.

27. Perioperative Theatre Technologist III JG “H” (5 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

KCSE D+ minimum.
Diploma in perioperative nursing or equivalent.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Prepare and maintain surgical instruments.

28. Pharmaceutical Technologists III JG “H” (10 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

Diploma in Pharmacy.
Registered with Pharmacy and Poisons Board.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Process prescriptions and promote rational drug use.

29. Physiotherapist Technologist III Job Group “H” (4 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

KCSE C minimum.
Diploma in Physiotherapy or equivalent.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist patients in recovery from injuries.

30. Medical Social Worker III, Job Group ‘H’ (5 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

KCSE C minimum.
Diploma in Social Work or related field.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Perform psychosocial assessments and guide families.

31. Community Health Assistant III, JG ‘G’ (10 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

Certificate in Community Health or related field.
Certificate in Computer Application Skills.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Visit homes and identify health interventions.

32. Health Administrative Officer I JG “K” (2 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

Bachelor’s Degree in Health/Hospital Administration or related field.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Supervise medical administrative activities.

33. Health Administrative Officer III JG “H” (2 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

KCSE C- minimum and Diploma in Health Administration.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Manage hospital facilities and coordinate services.

34. Assistant Office Administrative Officer (Secretary) JG “G” (6 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

KCSE C- minimum and Certificate in Secretarial Course.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Handle office administration tasks.

35. Information Communication and Technology Officer I JG “K” (3 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

Degree in Computer Science or IT.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Install and maintain computer systems.

36. Information Communication and Technology Officer III JG “H” (3 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

KCSE C plain and Diploma in IT or equivalent.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide user support and maintain ICT equipment.

37. System Administrator JG “K” (4 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or relevant field.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Manage systems and oversee security.

38. Accountants JG “K” (6 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance) and CPA Part III.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Manage financial records and reports.

39. Hospital Cateress JG “G” (4 Posts)

Requirements for Appointment:

KCSE certificate and a relevant hospitality qualification.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Manage food storage and kitchen sanitation.

How to Apply

Applicants should submit their applications, along with copies of their detailed curriculum vitae, academic and professional certificates, testimonials, national identity card or passport, and clearance certificates, indicating the position applied for on top of the envelope. Applications should be addressed to:

Secretary/CEO
County Public Service Board
P.O Box 577 – 30600
KAPENGURIA

Deadline: Applications should be received by 27th November 2024 at 5:00 PM. For more details, applicants can visit www.westpokot.go.ke.

Summary

The County Government of West Pokot is offering a total of 234 job vacancies across various fields in the Department of Health and Sanitation, including positions for medical officers, pharmacists, nurses, and administrative officers, among others. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply before the deadline for a chance to join a dedicated health team.