CAROLINE MUTHONI MBUTHIA
Clinical Officer
Nairobi, Nairobi Province
Summary
Dedicated and patient-focused Clinical Officer with over 5 years of experience providing quality healthcare in hospital, outpatient, and small clinic settings. Skilled in patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and preventive health education. Adept at managing emergency cases, performing minor surgical procedures, and working in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure excellent patient outcomes.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Officer
Wellness Medical Centre
2025 - Current
- Conduct patient consultations, medical examinations, and accurate diagnoses. Prescribe and administer appropriate treatments and medications.
- Perform minor surgical procedures and wound care.
- Provide emergency care and refer complex cases when necessary. Educate patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyles.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Clinical Officer
RFH
2024 - 2025
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Owner / Clinical Officer
Karlina Health (Small Consultation Clinic)
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Operated a small consultation clinic providing outpatient medical services.
- Delivered patient assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans. Provided personalized health advice and preventive care guidance. Managed basic clinic operations and patient follow-up care.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability.
Intern Clinical Officer
Murang'a County Referral Hospital
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Assisted in diagnosis and treatment across outpatient, inpatient, maternity, and emergency units. Performed basic procedures under supervision.
- Participated in community outreach and immunization programs.
Education
Diploma - Clinical Medicine and Surgery
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT)
06.2018
Certificate - computer applications
Silicon Advisory
01.2012
Certificate - secondary education
Mugoiri Girls High School
Murang'a, Murang'a District, Kenya12-2011
Certificate - primary education
Green Vale Academy
01.2008
Skills
- Patient consultation and diagnosis
- Minor surgical procedures
- Emergency care and first aid
- Prescription and medication management
- Laboratory investigations and interpretation
- Health education and counseling
- Record keeping and reporting
- Infection prevention and control
Certification
Registered Clinical Officer – Clinical Officers Council, Kenya
Affiliations
Member, Kenya Clinical Officers Association (KCOA)
Timeline
Owner / Clinical Officer
Karlina Health (Small Consultation Clinic)
01.2021 - 01.2023
Intern Clinical Officer
Murang'a County Referral Hospital
01.2018 - 01.2019
Certificate - computer applications
Silicon Advisory
Certificate - primary education
Green Vale Academy
Clinical Officer
Wellness Medical Centre
2025 - Current
Clinical Officer
RFH
2024 - 2025
Diploma - Clinical Medicine and Surgery
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT)
Certificate - secondary education
Mugoiri Girls High School