Medical Specialist (Radiation Oncology) Job KUTRRH

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JG: KUH 5. [REF No: V/FT/28/2025] – 1 Post

Job Purpose

To provide comprehensive cancer care by specializing in the use of radiation therapy for tumor treatment and symptom management, ensuring accurate planning, precise delivery, and thorough patient follow-up and support.

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Duties and responsibilities

Reporting to the Head of Oncology, the position holder will be responsible for the following:

• Interpreting diagnostic imaging and pathology reports to facilitate accurate treatment planning.
• Developing individualized radiation treatment plans in collaboration with medical physicists and radiation therapy technologists.
• Prescribing and overseeing the administration of external beam radiation, brachytherapy, and other radiation modalities.
• Monitoring patients during and after radiation therapy to assess treatment response and manage side effects or complications.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary oncology teams to coordinate comprehensive cancer care.
• Communicating treatment plans, expected outcomes, and post-treatment care to patients and families.
• Participating in tumor boards and multidisciplinary case discussions.
• Engaging in clinical research, quality improvement initiatives, and continuous medical education in radiation oncology.
• Mentoring junior doctors, interns, and medical students in oncology practice.
• Any other duty as may be assigned.

Key Qualifications and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from an institution recognized by the Kenya Medical
• Practitioners’ and Dentists’ Council.
• Master’s degree in Medicine in Radiation Oncology or equivalent from an institution
• recognized by the Kenya Medical Practitioners’ and Dentists’ Council.
• Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners’ and Dentists’ Council.
• Retention in the Kenya Medical Practitioners’ and Dentists’ Council register.
• Recognition as a Specialist by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.
• Valid Practice License as a specialist from the Kenya Medical Practitioners’ and Dentists’
• Council.
• Professional Insurance Indemnity Cover.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Compliance with Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya.

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and decision making skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with patients and colleagues.
• Empathy, compassion, and supportive communication with patients.
• Ethical practice and high professional integrity.

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Terms of Service

The successful candidate will be engaged on permanent & pensionable terms.

How to Apply

Suitably qualified candidates should apply online in confidence via the portal https://recruitment.kutrrh.go.ke/ and clearly indicate the job Reference and the job applied for. Job Descriptions are available at https://www.kutrrh.go.ke/careers/.

All applications should be submitted online via (https://recruitment.kutrrh.go.ke/) with the subject line clearly indicating the position applied for (e.g., “Application for Deputy Director, Administration” and Job Reference Number).

Applicants are required to attach the following documents in PDF: Application Letter, Curriculum Vitae with email and telephone contacts of three (3) referees, Copy of National ID, copy of Valid Practicing License, copies of academic and professional certificates (MUST be certified by the issuing institution. all applicants with foreign qualifications must get the qualifications equated to those of the Kenyan education system), testimonials and any other relevant document.

Application deadline

All applications should reach KUTRRH not later than Tuesday, 9th December 2025.

Addressed to:

The Chief Executive Officer,

Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital Kahawa West, Northern Bypass Road, Nairobi

P. O. Box 7674 – 00100, GPO Nairobi

Please note that:

• Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral, and Research Hospital does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
• Shortlisted candidates will be required to demonstrate compliance with Chapter Six of the Constitution by submitting required documents (e.g., clearance certificates from EACC, DCI, KRA, HELB, CRB and CUE/ KNAQ for those with academic qualifications obtained from learning institutions outside Kenya).

KUTRRH is an equal opportunity employer and respects inclusivity and diversity. Persons living with disabilities and individuals from marginalized and minority communities who meet the person specifications are strongly encouraged to apply.