Healthcare

Medical Superintendent

Nairobi West Hospital Ltd·Nairobi, kenya·Full Time·Internship
HealthcareFull TimeInternship
-Closes Oct 23, 2026

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee clinical service delivery, medical staff supervision and multidisciplinary coordination.
  • Strengthen clinical governance, patient safety, infection prevention and quality improvement.
  • Monitor clinical performance, patient outcomes, incidents and compliance with hospital policies.
  • Lead clinical audits, morbidity and mortality reviews, risk management and corrective actions.
  • Promote efficient patient flow, appropriate resource utilization and accurate clinical documentation.
  • Prepare clinical performance reports and advise management on service development and operational improvements.

Qualifications and Experience

  • MBChB or equivalent recognized medical qualification.
  • Valid registration and current practicing license from the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC).
  • At least seven (7) years of post-internship clinical experience, including three (3) years in clinical leadership, medical supervision or healthcare management.
  • Demonstrated competence in clinical governance, patient safety, quality improvement and multidisciplinary team leadership.
  • Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations, professional ethics and clinical risk management.
  • A postgraduate qualification in healthcare management, public health, clinical governance or a relevant specialty will be an added advantage.
  • Experience in hospital accreditation, clinical audits and strategic service development is desirable.

Key skills

BA/BSc/HND
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At a glance

Company

Nairobi West Hospital Ltd

Location

Nairobi, kenya

Employment

Full Time

Work style

Internship

Experience

Valid until

October 23, 2026

Created

October 19, 2026

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