Pediatric Clinical Officer at St. Francis Community Hospital

The Pediatric Clinical Officer shall review the pediatric department activities and priorities on a regular basis updating the Medical Superintendent/Pediatrician on gaps and/or provide recommendations on how to improve quality of services as well as the planning, implementation and management of the Pediatric Department in the Hospital.

Responsibilities

• Review of patient’s history and clinical presentation to ascertain the correct investigations, diagnosis and management plan.
• Diagnosis of illnesses and institution of the correct management including conducting minor procedures, resuscitation and all other medical treatment as per the treatment protocols.
• Run daily pediatric outpatient clinic.
• Admitting patients requiring special care followed by investigations and treatment.
• In collaboration with the rest of the clinical staff, receive and attend to patients requiring emergency medical attention.
• Whenever necessary, refer patients for further management in higher level institutions.
• Refer complex cases to the pediatrician.
• Conduct follow ups and reports all complications in writing within or before the end of current duty.
• Implement a smooth, efficient client flow to minimize client waiting times.
• Participate in quality improvement activities.
• Attend and participate in weekly Continuous Medical Education (CME) sessions at the hospital.

Knowledge and Experience Required 

• Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery and Higher Diploma in Pediatrics and Child Health.
• Registered by the Kenya Clinical Officers Council and in possession a valid practice license.
• Trained in IMCI.
• Certification in the short emergency courses (ETAT+, EPLS or EmONC) will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as an RCO and one year experience post specialization.

SKILLS

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Able to work in an emergency area.
• High regard for confidentiality and demonstrable integrity
• Commitment to excellent client care and the delivery of client-focused services.
• Team player who accepts constructive criticism and is comfortable with giving constructive criticism.
• Must be computer literate.
• Must be willing to work during odd hours and on weekends/holidays
• Committed to work in multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrated ability to uphold and align oneself with the core values of St. Francis Community Hospital.