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The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu, an institution within the Aga Khan Health Service, Kenya, a distinguished agency of the Aga Khan Development Network, is seeking a qualified Occupational Therapist for a locum position. As part of a comprehensive network of health facilities across East Africa, the Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu is experiencing exciting growth and is recognized for its quality through ISO 9001:2015 certification, ISO 15189:2012 accreditation for laboratory services, Safe Care level 5 accreditation, and is in the advanced stages of attaining Joint Commission International Accreditation. We also extend our services through Outreach Health Services across various locations in Kenya.
We are looking for a dedicated and skilled Occupational Therapist available for locum work to join our Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Department in Kisumu.
Occupational Therapist (Locum) - Kisumu
Job Overview
Location: Kisumu, Kenya
Employment Type: Locum (Temporary)
Deadline: May 24, 2025
💰 Salary: Salary and package to attract the best candidate
Overall Responsibility
The successful candidate will work collaboratively with patients to develop, recover, or maintain their daily living activities and work skills, catering to individuals with physical, mental, or developmental conditions. The role also requires active participation within the hospital's healthcare team and excellent public relations skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough assessment of client’s aspects of performance to effectively support engagement in occupations that significantly affect their health, overall well-being, and life quality.
- Apply targeted interventions aimed at maximizing the client's safety and independent performance in both activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs).
- Teach clients innovative ways of approaching tasks and provide comprehensive education on how to break down complex activities into manageable and achievable components.
- Recommend and fabricate adaptive equipment tailored to the client's specific needs and provide thorough training in its proper use.
The Requirements
- Minimum of a Diploma in Occupational Therapy from a recognized / certified institution. A BSc in Occupational Therapy will be a significant added advantage.
- Must be registered with KOTA (Kenya Occupational Therapist Association).
- At least one year of work experience gained after the mandatory three-month period of internship.
- Any specialized training in areas that fall under rehabilitation will be considered a valuable added advantage.
- Should possess a working knowledge of a Hospital Management Information System and be computer literate.
Sector
Social Development
About the Agency
Aga Khan Health Services (AKHS) is one of the most comprehensive private not-for-profit healthcare systems in the developing world, with community health programmes across Central and South Asia, as well as East Africa. AKHS operates over 200 health facilities, including nine hospitals, providing primary and curative medical care in Afghanistan, India, Kenya, Pakistan, and Tanzania. Additionally, AKHS provides technical assistance to governments in health service delivery in Kenya, Syria, and Tajikistan.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications through the Aga Khan Health Services recruitment portal. Please visit the Aga Khan Health Services website for more details and to apply online.
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