Health Records Officer – Full‑Time Position

About the role

The Health Records Officer will join Startup Lions' on‑site team in Lodwar, supporting primary health care delivery by managing patient records and ensuring accurate health data reporting. This entry‑level, full‑time position focuses on confidentiality, compliance with Ministry of Health guidelines, and assistance with audits and data‑quality activities.

Key responsibilities

• Register patients and create, update, and maintain outpatient (OPD) records.
• File, retrieve, and securely store patient records, including dispensary registers for OPD, MCH, immunisation, and referrals.
• Compile and submit routine health data using approved Ministry of Health reporting tools, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.
• Uphold patient confidentiality and adhere to MoH policies, data‑protection requirements, and dispensary record‑keeping guidelines.
• Provide timely access to records to support clinical services and assist with supervision, audits, and data‑quality improvement activities.

Required profile

• Diploma in Health Records and Information Management (HRIM) or a related field.
• Registration with the Health Records and Information Managers Board (HRIMB) is an advantage.
• At least one year of experience in a primary healthcare or dispensary setting preferred.