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The County Government of Nakuru is dedicated to providing quality public services and is committed to equal opportunity employment. Through the Nakuru County Public Service Board, they are seeking qualified and dedicated Kenyan citizens to fill various vacant positions within the Department of Health Services. This advertisement outlines the requirements, duties, and application process for the position of MEDICAL PHYSICIST.
The Nakuru County Public Service Board is seeking a qualified and experienced Medical Physicist to join their team in Nakuru County. This permanent and pensionable position offers an opportunity to apply specialized physics knowledge to the field of medicine, particularly in radiotherapy, nuclear medicine, and diagnostic radiology, ultimately contributing to improved patient care.
MEDICAL PHYSICIST – ADVERT NO. 04/2025/03
Job Overview
Number of Positions: One (1)
Location: Nakuru County, Kenya (Specific work station likely a hospital with radiotherapy services, but not explicitly stated)
Employment Type: Permanent and Pensionable
💰 Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 58,360 – 90,200 per month
Allowances: As per the SRC circulars attached to the position.
Job Summary
The Medical Physicist will be responsible for applying principles and methodologies of physics to medicine, with a primary focus on ensuring the safe and effective use of ionizing radiation in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases, particularly cancer. This includes treatment planning, dosimetry, quality assurance, and providing training to other healthcare professionals within the radiotherapy center and related departments in a busy hospital setting in Nakuru County.
Duties & Responsibilities
- To train and supervise junior Medical Physicists, contributing to the development of expertise within the department.
- To teach Radiological workers (including radiographers and other staff) on the safe and effective uses of ionizing radiation in medical imaging and therapy.
- Performing treatment planning of cancer patients, ensuring accurate radiation dose delivery to the tumor while minimizing exposure to healthy tissues.
- Conducting Radiation Dosimetry, which involves the measurement and calculation of radiation doses for both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.
- Implementing and overseeing QA/QC (Quality Assurance/Quality Control) programs in Radiotherapy, Nuclear Medicine, and Diagnostic Radiology to ensure the accuracy and reliability of equipment and procedures.
- Participating in Brachytherapy procedures, which involve the placement of radioactive sources inside the body to treat cancer.
- Supervise both diagnostic and therapy radiographers in the accurate and safe treatment of cancer patients according to the prescribed plans.
- Administer radioactive drugs to patients for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes based on the prescription of the radiotherapist, radiologists, and Nuclear Medicine specialist.
- Conducting Radiation Dosimetry for various applications within medical imaging and therapy.
- Providing radiation oncology physics and radiation dosimeter training for medical practitioners and other health care staff to enhance their understanding and safe handling of radiation.
- Maintaining personal professional competency through self-study, attendance at scientific meetings, and participation in internal training programs to stay updated with the latest advancements in the field.
Qualifications & Requirements
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
- A Bachelor of Science in Physics with post-graduate training in medical physics.
- Possess a Master’s degree in Medical Physics with clinical training in radiotherapy physics from a recognized university.
- A Certificate in Computer Application skills from recognized institutions.
- Three years’ experience working as a Medical Physicist in a busy Radiotherapy Center at a busy Hospital.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are required to make applications by downloading and completing an Employment Application Form from the County Government of Nakuru website:
APPLY HERE 👉
A duly filled employment application form and certified copies of the following documents should be sent through the POST OFFICE or COURIER SERVICES in a sealed envelope on or before 20th May, 2025 at 5.00 p.m. (No hand-delivered applications or applications sent via email will be accepted):
- National ID
- KCSE Certificate
- Diploma/Degree/Masters Certificates
- Professional Registration certificates (if applicable for Medical Physicists in Kenya)
- Valid Practicing License (if applicable for Medical Physicists in Kenya)
Clearly indicate the Advert number (04/2025/03) and the position applied for (MEDICAL PHYSICIST) on top of the envelope and address to:
The Secretary Nakuru County Public Service Board Public Works Building- Prisons Road P.O Box 2870-20100 NAKURU
Important Information:
- The County Government of Nakuru is an equal opportunity employer. Youth, Women, Persons Living with Disabilities, and Marginalized and Minority communities are encouraged to apply.
- Appointed candidates will be required to present chapter six clearance documents as listed:
- Clearance from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
- Clearance from Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI)
- Clearance from Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
- Clearance from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
- Clearance from Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- The Board and the County Government of Nakuru are committed to Zero Tolerance to Corruption. Applicants are cautioned against fraudsters.
- Any communication from the County Public Service Board SHALL be through the above address and official cellphone number: 0796848192.
- Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
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