Consultant Paediatrician at AAR Hospital

About the Role

A dynamic team is expanding and looking for the right talent. We are seeking an experienced Consultant Paediatrician to join our growing healthcare team.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Undertake clinical procedures in Accident & Emergency, Wards, Clinics and Outpatient Centers
• Manage initial patient assessment, stabilization, and disposition for emergent conditions in accordance with medical staff policy
• Provide care to patients in intensive care settings in conformance with unit policies
• Make decisions regarding immediate patient management and referrals
• Conduct daily ward rounds
• Enhance evidence-based clinical practice
• Maintain patient confidentiality and professional work ethics
• Conduct on-the-job training and mentorship of Senior Registrars and Medical Officers
• Facilitate continuing medical education sessions
• Participate in major disaster management activities
• Contribute to research, develop clinical protocols, and facilitate CME programs
• Champion continuous quality improvement in clinical practice and service delivery
• Advocate for patients and ensure quality standards are maintained
• Ensure all standards are met including quality of care, turnaround times, effective communication, and customer service
• Participate in on-call duties
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
• Master of Medicine in Paediatrics or other recognized board-certified equivalent qualification
• Paediatric Advanced Life Support (APLS) certification

Professional Requirements

• Specialist Recognition
• Minimum of 3 years' professional experience
• Previous work experience in a busy hospital
• Valid registration and annual practice license
• Registered with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board