ENT Surgeon-Paediatric ENT at Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital

Job Purpose

• To provide diagnosis and surgical management of complex paediatric airway, otologic, and head & neck disorders and integrating multidisciplinary care.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage paediatric airway, otologic, rhinologic, and head & neck conditions including congenital anomalies.
• Perform paediatric ENT surgeries within credentialed scope, including airway, otology, and endoscopic procedures.
• Coordinate MDT care with anaesthesia, paediatrics, maxillofacial, and speech/swallowing services.
• Establish and follow peri-operative pathways and safety protocols for paediatric ENT.
• Provide outpatient clinics and inpatient consults, including urgent/emergency care.
• Contribute to guideline/policy development for paediatric ENT services.
• Teach and mentor trainees and allied health professionals.
• Participate in audits, registries, and research in paediatric otolaryngology.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) from an institution recognized by KMPDC.
• MMed in ENT, Head & Neck Surgery/Otorhinolaryngology from an institution recognized by KMPDC.
• Fellowship/sub-specialty training in Paediatric Otolaryngology recognized by KMPDC.
• Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC).
• Recognition as a specialist/sub-specialist by KMPDC.
• Retention in the KMPDC register.
• Valid Practice License from KMPDC.
• Valid Indemnity Cover.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Compliance with Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.