Job Vacancies at Aga Khan University Hospital

Data Science, Research , ICT, Computer, Project Management,

Research Assistant Nurse, Centre of Excellence in Women and Child Health

Job Summary

• The AIMIX project (Inclusive Artificial Intelligence for Accessible Medical Imaging Across
• The AIMIX project (Inclusive Artificial Intelligence for Accessible Medical Imaging Across Resource-Limited Settings) is a research project that aims to develop artificial intelligence aided pregnancy screening using low-cost fetal ultrasound. The study is being conducted as a collaboration between the Aga Khan University, The Kilifi County Department of Health, University of Barcelona and other institutions. This position is required to contribute to recruitment of participants, data collection and follow-up for the AIMIX research study and related studies.
• The successful will be required to conduct the following activities at the health facility: Screening and recruitment of study participants, clinical and non-clinical data collection, sample collection and handling, anthropometry assessment and simple clinical assessments and follow-up of participants. Follow-up will include contacting participants for birth outcome data as well as contacting other health facilities in the region to retrieve birth outcome data.
• S/he will also be trained to perform simple ultrasound procedures. He / She will report to the Study Coordinator.
• He / She will be required to comply with stipulated guidelines on all study activities. The study nurse will be required to be sensitive and considerate throughout the encounter with participants, their families and other health facility staff and at all times to display a professional attitude.
• The position is based at Rabai sub-county Hospital in Kilifi county. The role will include some local travel within the study area – between health facilities and to communities. The role may require shift work including nights, weekends and public holidays. The nurse is to have and maintain active practice licenses in Kenya and may be required to contribute to clinical care at the respective health care facilities.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design of studies and study activities involving ultrasound in pregnancy and gestational age assessments
• Alongside the study/project coordinator, plan and coordinate all study ultrasound related activities
• Plan patient flows to ensure efficiency
• Ensure seamless flow of patients through the various clinical and research activities
• Train study research assistants on research procedures involving obstetric ultrasound and associated data collection
• Regularly check the quality of procedures and saved videos of scans done by team members to ensure compliance to SOP and good quality
• Regularly check the quality of the data collected for research activities related to ultrasound
• Supervise staff engaged in ultrasound procedures – nurses and other research assistants
• Contribute to preparation of scientific reports and publications
• Be directly involved in participant screening, informed consent, recruitment, follow-up and data collection
• Contribute to engagement with participants and communities at the health facility and in community sites

 
Requirements

• Liaise with health facility staff to identify potentially eligible study participants for recruitment into specific studies and sub-studies
• Communicate to prospective study participants about the research study
• Screen and recruit study participants including administering informed consent
• Clinical and non-clinical data collection from study participants
• Perform anthropometric measurements and vital signs measurements for study participants
• Collect, transport and log biological samples for the study
• Conduct clinical measurements and clinical tests (eg. point of care tests, bedside tests) for the study
• Conduct special study procedures for the study including simple ultrasound procedures
• Retrieve ultrasound images for research participants from the clinical and research databases
• Retrieve participant data on perinatal outcomes from the clinical databases
• Conduct participant follow up for assessment of perinatal outcomes
• Create summary reports for activities and relevant events affecting the study as guided by the study coordinator
• Attend training sessions and obtain relevant competency in skills essential for the role
• As guided by the study coordinator, plan for data collection activities on a weekly and monthly basis
• To handle study equipment with care and to ensure safe storage
• Any other responsibility as allocated by the study coordinator

Facility Based Enumerator, Centre of Excellence in Women and Child Health

Job Summary

• The AIMIX project (Inclusive Artificial Intelligence for Accessible Medical Imaging Across
• The AIMIX project (Inclusive Artificial Intelligence for Accessible Medical Imaging Across Resource-Limited Settings) is a research project that aims to develop artificial intelligence aided pregnancy screening using low-cost fetal ultrasound. The study is being conducted as a collaboration between the Aga Khan University, The Kilifi County Department of Health, University of Barcelona and other institutions. This position is required to contribute to recruitment of participants, data collection and follow-up for the AIMIX research study and related studies.
• The successful candidate will be involved in giving information, screening and recruitment, data collection and follow-up of research participants. 
• S/he will also contribute to TraCer research project and other related studies. 
• This position is based at the Rabai sub-county Hospital. The role will include some local travel between health facilities and to the community. The role may also require out of hours work on nights, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Identify potentially eligible participants for study participation;
• Screen and recruit participants for eligibility;
• Administer informed consent or assent for study participants as appropriate;
• Handle logistics of data collection sessions, including communication, scheduling participants, refreshments and reimbursements;
• Data collection including both quantitative and qualitative data collection;
• Contribute to collection, transport and logging of samples for the study;
• Conduct simple clinical measurements and clinical tests for the study;
• Identify study participants via phone calls or home visits and invite them to attend scheduled study visits;
• Maintain communication with study participants to encourage their continued involvement in research;
• Communicate to participants, families and community members about the study;
• Create daily and monthly summary reports for activities as guided by the supervisor;
• Attend training sessions and obtain relevant competency in skills essential for delivery of his/her role;
• Attend any refresher training as and when required;
• Regularly report any relevant events that affect the study to the supervisor and study coordinator;
• Manage study supplies and document their use; and
• Any other role as assigned by the supervisor.

 
Requirements

• Form 4 level education, Minimum KCSE C- or equivalent;
• Basic computer literacy;
• Certificate or Diploma level training in the areas of Community Health or Communication and related fields will be an added advantage;
• Good written and verbal skills in English and Kiswahili;
• Experience in data collection for research studies or other programs;
• Experience in community based research activities and/or working at a health facility;
• Experience in mobile data collection tools; and
• Experience in collecting or handling biological samples.

Community Based Enumerator, Centre of Excellence in Women and Child Health

Job Summary

• The AIMIX project (Inclusive Artificial Intelligence for Accessible Medical Imaging Across Resource-Limited Settings) is a research project that aims to develop artificial intelligence aided pregnancy screening using low-cost fetal ultrasound. The study is being conducted as a collaboration between the Aga Khan University, The Kilifi County Department of Health, University of Barcelona and other institutions. This position is required to contribute to recruitment of participants, data collection and follow-up for the research study and related studies.
• The AIMIX project (Inclusive Artificial Intelligence for Accessible Medical Imaging Across Resource-Limited Settings) is a research project that aims to develop artificial intelligence aided pregnancy screening using low-cost fetal ultrasound. The study is being conducted as a collaboration between the Aga Khan University, The Kilifi County Department of Health, University of Barcelona and other institutions. This position is required to contribute to recruitment of participants, data collection and follow-up for the AIMIX research study and related studies.
• The successful candidate will be involved in community engagement for the research study, participant mobilisation, screening and recruitment, data collection and follow-up.
• This position is based at the Rabai sub-county Hospital with fieldwork in Rabai sub-county. The role will include some local travel between health facilities and to the community. The role may also require out of hours work on nights, weekends and public holidays.
• S/he will also contribute to other COEWCH research studies ongoing at the same site.

 Responsibilities

• Conduct community mobilisation for scheduled community meetings;
• Identify and arrange venues for community meetings;
• Contact relevant target groups and invite them to community engagement activities;
• Prepare logistics for community activities refreshments, reimbursements, flyers, attendance logs, transport;
• Identify potentially eligible participants for study participation;
• Screen and recruit participants for eligibility;
• Administer informed consent or assent for study participants as appropriate;
• Handle logistics of data collection sessions, including communication, scheduling participants, refreshments and reimbursement;
• Identify study participants via phone calls or home visits and invite them to attend scheduled study visits;
• Maintain communication with study participants to encourage their continued involvement in research;
• Regularly report any relevant events that affect the study to the supervisor and study coordinator;
• Support the community liaison officer in planning for study activities; and
• Manage study supplies used for community activities and document their use.

 
Requirements

• Form 4 level education, Minimum KCSE C- or equivalent;
• Basic computer literacy;
• Certificate or Diploma level training in the areas of Community Health or Communication and related fields will be an added advantage;
• Good written and verbal skills in English and Kiswahili;
• Experience in data collection for research studies or other programs;
• Experience in community based research activities and/or working at a health facility;
• Experience in mobile data collection tools; and
• Experience in collecting or handling biological samples.

Temporary Physiotherapist , Rehabilitation Serv Admin Off

Responsibilities:

• Select and administer appropriate tests to evaluate range of motion, neuromuscular status, pain and physical functional ability
• Review medical file of patient for information pertinent in aiding evaluation
• Identify treatment goals and appropriate therapy techniques and equipment to achieve goals
• Advise and educate clients on their ailment and treatment
• Conduct regular evaluation of patients to assess progress and response to therapy, revise treatment program as necessary to achieve goals
• Advise and recommend to referring doctors on necessary interventions and or change of management
• Document initial reports of results on evaluation of patients’ physical condition
• Maintain daily treatment notes evaluation of patients’ progress and discharge planning notes and summaries
• Administer physical therapy treatment using full range of treatment techniques
• Instruct patients in the use and care of wheelchairs, braces, crutches and other adaptive equipment
• Develop treatment plan to be followed by patient after discharge and advice the importance of continuing physiotherapy after discharge and to organize their physiotherapy appointments
• Observe and comply with environment health and occupational safety
• Participate in the implementation of quality initiative and patient safety programs
• Conduct in house Continued Medical Education(CME), monitor and review progress
• Training support staff and assessing their performance to as to maintain optimum performance level

 
Requirements:

• Diploma in Physiotherapy from a recognized Institution
• Preferred one (1) years’ experience in physiotherapy with training in first Aid
• Registered with the Physiotherapy Council of Kenya
• Possess knowledge of assessment/evaluation techniques in regards to patients,
• Proactive and have excellent customer service skills
• Valid certificate in Basic Life Support (BLS)
   

Nurse Supervisor, Paediatric Consulting Clinics

Responsibilities:

• Lead the Consulting Clinics team in formulation, implementation, and evaluation of annual goals & objectives in accordance with the Program and Nursing Division strategic objectives
• Ensure staff coverage and skill mix for safe and effective patient care
• In collaboration with others, lead the Consulting Clinics staff in development, implementation and review of policies, procedures, protocols, clinical pathways, and care guidelines in line with identified standards
• Lead in development of a culture of safe practice in collaboration with clinical teams and actively participate in multidisciplinary clinical rounds
• Participate in establishment of standards of care with unit staff and monitor delivery of care according to established standards
• Employ effective change management strategies to support in enhancement of safe patient care
• Take lead in unit based Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) projects, Clinical Care Program Certification (CCPC) and ensure participation by nurses
• Guide nursing staff in initiation of and participation in unit based as well as hospital wide nursing research projects
• Ensure program-based client satisfaction survey is carried out, monitor trends of incidences/complaints and take appropriate action

 
Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BScN)
• Registered Nurse with current licensure with the Nursing Council of Kenya
• Certificate in BLS
• 5 years of continuous clinical experience in Medical-Surgical unit in an acute care hospital
• Demonstrate current knowledge in general nursing
• Demonstrate leadership in management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrate critical thinking and analytical skills
   

Associate, Research Data Management, Centre of Excellence in Women and Child Health

Job Summary

• The AIMIX project (Inclusive Artificial Intelligence for Accessible Medical Imaging Across Resource-Limited Settings) is a research project that aims to develop artificial intelligence aided pregnancy screening using low-cost fetal ultrasound. The study is being conducted as a collaboration between the Aga Khan University, The Kilifi County Department of Health, University of Barcelona and other institutions. This position is required to contribute to recruitment of participants, data collection and follow-up for the research study and related studies.
• The successful candidate will be required to design and develop the study database and data collection tools for the study. He/she will also lead study team activities related to data collection, participant and sample ID management, tracking of participant follow-up, management of all data & IT devices, management of user accounts and supporting IT infrastructure at the recruitment sites. His/Her role will involve coordinating data management activities and supervision of data collection teams. S/He will also be the point person in interactions with AKU ICT team, data teams from other research projects in CoEWCH and the collaborating institutions.
• S/He will be required to comply with stipulated guidelines related to informed consent, data collection and data handling and maintain utmost confidentiality of the data.
• The position is based at Rabai sub-county Hospital in Kilifi county. The role will include some travel between study sites e.g. Nairobi and other health facilities in Rabai sub-county.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain the central and field level (health facility) data handling systems for the study/studies

•    Contribute to the design and set up of study databases;
•    Manage all study data handling systems: both paper and electronic;
•    Testing and troubleshooting data handling systems.

Coordinate all study data activities

•    Alongside the study coordinator and data manager, coordinate all study data related activities;
•    Ensure synchrony between data related activities and other research and clinical activities at the sites.

Train research and clinical staff on data collection principles and practice

•    Prepare training schedules synchronized with other training activities and guided by the study/project coordinator;
•    Conduct training related to data entry and data quality and use of devices e.g. Tablets, bar code scanners;
•    Continuously assess training needs for the team and arrange appropriate refresher training as needed.

Oversee data collection activities

•    Supervise clinical and research teams in their data handling tasks;
•    This includes enumerators and nurses as well as other members of the data team.

Data security

•    Implement and enforce regular data security activities such as backups, archiving and user administration.

Other Duties

• Preparation and compilation of reports for data and study activity as agreed with supervisors;
• Liaison with the data teams in partnering institutions;
• Be the study contact person with the Aga Khan University’s ICT team in tasks related to data management, internet and intranet connectivity, user accounts and logins and device setup;
• In collaboration with AKU ICT team and other providers – Ensure the network set up, running smoothly and is of sufficient capacity to handle study needs; and
• Facilitate data sharing where appropriate and with necessary approvals.

 
Requirements

• Bachelor’s level education in any of the following or closely related fields: Information Technology, Computer Science, Statistics, Medical Informatics;
• Training and/or or demonstrable competence in any/most of the following: MS-Access, SQL-Server, MySQL, Oracle, DHIS-2, ODK and ODK-Tracker, REDcap;
• Training and/or demonstrable competence in any of the following statistical packages Stata, SPSS, R;
• At least 1 year progressive data management experience;
• Relevant experience in a health research environment including community and public health facility settings will be an added advantage;
• Relevant experience in multi-centre / multi-country projects will be an added advantage;
• Demonstrable programming proficiency in at least 2 of the following: MS-Access, SQL-Server, MySQL, Oracle, DHIS-2, REDCap, ODK;
• Proficiency with data management procedures: data cleaning, manipulation, summarization, tables, listings, graphics and report generation;
• Experience in programming and troubleshooting electronic field data capture platforms;
• Experience in data analysis will be an added advantage; and
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate and supervise large data entry teams.

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