Posted:Oct 1
By:Hiring Kenya
Company Details
Industry:
Hospital & Health Care
Description:
Mission Statement: "Tenwek Hospital is a Christian community committed to excellence in compassionate healthcare, spiritual ministry, and training for service to the glory of God." The hospital was founded in 1937 by missionaries from World Gospel Mission and has since grown to be a leading teaching and referral hospital in the region and one of the largest mission hospitals in Africa. It is a non-profit faith-based organization, a ministry of Africa Gospel Church and in partnership with World Gospel Mission. It has a capacity of 300 beds and offers a wide-range of quality and affordable primary and specialized healthcare services. Through partnerships with various organizations, long term and visiting physicians (Facilitated through Samaritan’s Purse), provide Tenwek patients with expertise in hospital care, out-patient treatment (Supported through USAID), and HIV/AIDS care through the PEPFAR program. Tenwek is also supported by Friends of Tenwek (FOT), a U.S.-based non-profit organization dedicated to devel
Job Description
Job Purpose:
- The Orthopedic / Prosthetic Technologist will be responsible for assessing patients, designing, fabricating, and fitting orthopedic and prosthetic devices based on physician prescriptions. The role ensures that patients receive high-quality, functional, and comfortable devices while being instructed on their safe use and care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Evaluate and interview patients to determine their prosthetic or orthotic needs.
- Take measurements or impressions of the affected body part to ensure proper fitting.
- Design and fabricate orthopedic and prosthetic devices in line with physicians’ prescriptions.
- Select appropriate materials for the fabrication of devices.
- Fit and adjust prosthetic and orthotic devices to ensure comfort and functionality.
- Provide patients with instructions on use, care, and maintenance of devices.
- Repair or replace devices as required.
- Maintain accurate documentation of patient care and device records.
- Perform other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Diploma or Degree in Orthopaedic Technology, Prosthetics, or related field from a recognized institution.
- At least 2–3 years of relevant experience in orthotics and prosthetics practice.
- Strong technical and fabrication skills with knowledge of materials and tools used in orthotics and prosthetics.
- Excellent patient care, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with physicians and other healthcare providers.
- High standards of integrity, confidentiality, and commitment to patient well-being.
- A committed Christian with values aligned to Tenwek Hospital’s mission.
Deadline: 10th October 2025
Education: Degree, Diploma
Employment Type: Full Time
