Head of Theatre Job The Nairobi West Hospital
Medical Jobs, The Nairobi West Hospital Jobs. Head of Theatre leads theatre operations and surgical services management, requires MBChB, postgraduate anesthesia qualification, KMPDC consultant registration, and 5+ years post-specialization clinical experience. Full-time role in Nairobi.
Job Summary
The Nairobi West Hospital invites applications from qualified and experienced Medical Consultants for the position of Head of Theatre. The successful candidate will provide clinical leadership and operational oversight of theatre services, ensuring safe surgical care, optimal theatre utilisation, efficient resource management and compliance with clinical governance standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate theatre operations, surgical scheduling, emergency procedures and theatre utilisation.
- Ensure compliance with surgical safety protocols, infection prevention and control standards, clinical guidelines and hospital policies.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary surgical teams and oversee theatre staffing, equipment, supplies and inventory.
- Monitor theatre performance, patient safety, surgical outcomes and operational efficiency.
- Lead clinical audits, risk management and quality improvement initiatives.
- Prepare performance reports and advise Hospital Management on operational improvements.
Qualifications and Experience
- MBChB or equivalent recognized medical qualification.
- Recognized postgraduate specialist qualification in anesthesia.
- Recognition as a Medical Consultant, with valid registration and a current practising license from the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC).
- At least five (5) years of post-specialization clinical experience, including substantial experience in theatre operations and surgical services management.
- Demonstrated leadership, multidisciplinary team coordination, clinical governance and patient safety experience.
- Strong organizational, communication, decision-making and resource management skills. Healthcare accreditation and quality improvement experience will be an added advantage.
How to Apply
Send your updated CV and supporting documents to the Recruiting Authority: ceo@nairobiwesthospital.com
Deadline: 23rd October 2026
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
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