Pediatrician Job Vacancy in Kenya – Ruaraka Uhai Neema Hospital

Ruaraka Uhai Neema Hospital

Position Title: Pediatrician

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.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to send their applications and detailed CV by 12th December 2022 to hr@runeemahospital.org.