Pediatrician at Ruaraka Uhai Neema Hospital

Job Summary

• Attend and manage acute pediatric cases and emergencies as well as chronic cases and referrals;
• Facilitating inpatient admission and follow-up diagnostics, review and management of patients in the pediatric ward and newborn unit;
• Provide Clinical education to patients and caregivers on common childhood illnesses, childhood immunization and nutrition;
• Provide breastfeeding support and clinical education regarding newborn care for mothers in the postnatal ward;
• Ensure all necessary documentation as required is done in a timely manner and recorded as per the Hospital policies;
• Keep updated patients records in regard to acute or chronic illnesses, surgical procedures and other significant clinical encounters such as allergic conditions;
• Provide supervision to junior doctors through supervised patient reviews and clinical procedures, case presentations and continuous medical education;
• Keep abreast of advancements in Pediatrics’ and best clinical practices by attending seminars, conferences and relevant clinical meetings/CMEs;
• Actively participate in all clinical and administrative activities at departmental and institutional levels such as Hospital clinical committees, clinical drills, audits etc.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• A Master’s Degree in Pediatrics’ and Child Health from a recognized University;
• A Certificate of Registration from the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council;
• A valid practicing license from the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board.;
• Valid BLS & ACLS certification;
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, patient and calm.