Job Description
CLINICAL OFFICER, JOB GROUP “K” -TWO (2) POSTS - ADVERT No. CPSB/882023
a) Duties and Responsibilities
This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An Officer at this level will work under the guidance of a
senior officer where duties and responsibilities will include: taking history, examining, diagnosing and treating
patients’ common ailments at an outpatient or inpatient health facility; guiding and counseling patients, clients
and staff on health issues; referring patients appropriate health facilities; assessing, preparing and presenting
medico-legal reports; coaching and mentoring students on attachment; carrying out surgical procedures as
per training and skill; organizing health management committee meetings; and collecting and compiling data
for research on clinical service issues.
b) Requirements for appointment
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
• Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Medicine or Community Health or equivalent qualification from a recognized
institution;
• Certificate of Registration from the Clinical officers’ Council; and
• Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution.