Pediatrician Consultant at St Francis Community Hospital

As part of our growth, exciting vacancies have arisen, and we invite suitably qualified talent to join this winning team in the Position of Paediatrician Consultant.

The Consultant will be responsible for the provision of quality comprehensive care to children, both as outpatients and inpatients.
S/he will also be expected to participate in the enhancement of maternal and child health services in the hospital.

Responsibilities

• Inpatient and Outpatient management of pediatric patients
• Conduct specialized Paediatric Outpatient clinics
• Planning and implementation of pediatric care at the hospital
• Participation in quality assurance and improvement of pediatric services
• Coordination of continuous medical education at the facility
• Adhere to and ensure compliance with current applicable local, state laws and regulations and the accrediting standards of any certification or accrediting body that accredits or certifies any facility at which the hospital provides services.

Qualifications

• Applicants should have a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) or equivalent degree from a recognized University with a Postgraduate qualification (Master of Medicine) in Paediatrics.
• Special recognition from the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board in Paediatrics is an added advantage.
• Post qualification experience in the specialty in a reputable institution of more than two years will also be an added advantage.
• Certification in PALS or EPALS will be an added advantage.
• The ideal candidate should have effective communication and team building skills