Medical Superintendent Job The Nairobi West Hospital
The Nairobi West Hospital
Job description
Medical Jobs, The Nairobi West Hospital Jobs. Medical Superintendent oversees clinical operations, medical supervision, and hospital management, requires MBChB, valid KMPDC license, and 7+ years post-internship experience including 3+ years in clinical leadership. Full-time role in Nairobi.
Job Summary
The Nairobi West Hospital invites applications from qualified and experienced medical professionals for the position of Medical Superintendent. The successful candidate will provide clinical leadership, oversee medical services, strengthen patient safety, ensure regulatory compliance and drive clinical excellence and operational efficiency.
Core Competencies
Clinical leadership, strategic planning, communication, decision-making, performance management, resource utilisation, regulatory compliance and professional integrity.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee clinical service delivery, medical staff supervision and multidisciplinary coordination.
- Strengthen clinical governance, patient safety, infection prevention and quality improvement.
- Monitor clinical performance, patient outcomes, incidents and compliance with hospital policies.
- Lead clinical audits, morbidity and mortality reviews, risk management and corrective actions.
- Promote efficient patient flow, appropriate resource utilization and accurate clinical documentation.
- Prepare clinical performance reports and advise management on service development and operational improvements.
Qualifications and Experience
- MBChB or equivalent recognized medical qualification.
- Valid registration and current practicing license from the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC).
- At least seven (7) years of post-internship clinical experience, including three (3) years in clinical leadership, medical supervision or healthcare management.
- Demonstrated competence in clinical governance, patient safety, quality improvement and multidisciplinary team leadership.
- Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations, professional ethics and clinical risk management.
- A postgraduate qualification in healthcare management, public health, clinical governance or a relevant specialty will be an added advantage.
- Experience in hospital accreditation, clinical audits and strategic service development is desirable.
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