Responsibilities

The incumbent will:

• Review and examine patients consistently by performing such duties as taking case histories, conducting physical examinations, and ordering diagnostic laboratory and radiology studies.
• Conduct daily ward rounds and regularly monitor patients’ progress, participate in clinics and provide third on call services for the Children’s Ward, New Born unit and Paediatric casualty.
• When necessary, carry out privileged and potentially life-saving emergency medical procedures.
• Participate in establishing various planning parameters for addressing referral cases received at AKUH.
• Educate patients on wellness, prevention and early detection of risk factors for diseases.
• Initiate timely discussions with relevant consultants/departments to arrive at the best treatment plans for specialized cases.
• Take on the role of teaching and supervising residents, Senior House Officers and other clinical staff including participating in developing and reviewing the syllabus for assigned teaching modules
• Collaborate with colleagues to enable integration of clinical research activities, shared knowledge, institutional quality improvement and patient wellness activities.

Requirements

The ideal candidate should:

• Hold a Master of Medicine (MMed) in Paediatrics
• Possess a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) or an equivalent qualification
• Have certified and verifiable training in Nephrology from a recognized university
• Demonstrate valid certification in Emergency Paediatric Life Support (EPALS)
• Be registered with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council
• Exhibit proficiency and competence in handling hospital equipment
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Uphold high standards of honesty, integrity, and compassion, with respect for diversity and adherence to ethical principles