Nakuru County Government
Nakuru County Government is recruiting a Registered Clinical Officer I (Psychiatry) for a full-time position on a rolling basis. This job opportunity in Kenya involves clinical management of psychiatric patients, mental health assessments, and treatment planning under supervision. Candidates must hold relevant diplomas in Clinical Medicine and a Higher Diploma in Psychiatry, along with valid registration from the Clinical Officers Council.
📋 Job Overview
- Category: County Government Jobs, Healthcare Jobs
- Job Type: Full Time Jobs
- Location: Nakuru
- Company: Nakuru County Government
- Application Deadline: Rolling basis
- Last Updated: March 29, 2026
Registered Clinical Officer I (Psychiatry) at Nakuru County Government – Nakuru County Government Kenya Job Details
Nakuru County Government Jobs
Job Requirements
- Diploma in Clinical Medicine & Surgery or Clinical Medicine & Community Health;
- Higher Diploma in Clinical Medicine – Psychiatry;
- Valid practicing license from the Clinical Officers Council;
- Registration Certificate from the Clinical Officers Council; and
- Certificate in Computer Application Skills
Job Description
- Taking history, examining, diagnosing, and treating patients’ common ailments;
- Implementing community health care activities in liaison with other health workers;
- Guiding and counselling patients, clients, and staff on health issues;
- Sensitizing patients and clients on preventive and promotive health;
- Carrying out minor surgical procedures as per training and skill;
- Collecting and compiling clinical data;
- Referring patients and clients to appropriate health facilities;
- Clinical management of psychiatric patients, mental health assessments, treatment planning, and support under supervision of senior medical staff.
🎯 How to Apply
To apply for this job please visit recruitment.nakuru.go.ke.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
To apply for this Registered Clinical Officer I (Psychiatry) at Nakuru County Government job in Kenya, you must have a Diploma in Clinical Medicine & Surgery or Clinical Medicine & Community Health, and a Higher Diploma in Clinical Medicine – Psychiatry. You also need a valid practicing license and Registration Certificate from the Clinical Officers Council, plus a Certificate in Computer Application Skills. These qualifications ensure you can perform clinical assessments and psychiatric patient management as required in the role.
The Registered Clinical Officer I (Psychiatry) at Nakuru County Government job in Kenya involves taking patient histories, conducting examinations, diagnosing and treating common ailments, and managing psychiatric patients with mental health assessments and treatment planning. Key responsibilities also include implementing community health care activities, counselling patients on health issues, performing minor surgical procedures within your training scope, and collecting clinical data. You will work under supervision of senior medical staff and refer patients to appropriate facilities when necessary.
This job opportunity in Kenya is available on a rolling basis, so you can submit your application at any time through the official recruitment channels. When applying for the Registered Clinical Officer I (Psychiatry) at Nakuru County Government, ensure you have all required credentials including your diploma certificates, practicing license, and registration documents from the Clinical Officers Council ready. Contact Nakuru County Government's Human Resources department for specific application procedures and submission deadlines.
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