Responsibilities<\/p>\n
\tReview and examine patients consistently by performing such duties as taking case histories, conducting physical examinations and ordering diagnostic laboratory and radiology studies.
\n\tConduct daily ward rounds and monitor patients\u2019 progress on a regular basis.
\n\tInitiate discussions with patient and care givers to enable better diagnostic and therapeutic medical care services.
\n\tAttend to critical patients in a timely manner.
\n\tWhen necessary, carry out privileged and potentially lifesaving emergency medical procedures.
\n\tEducate patients on wellness prevention and early detection of risk factors for disease (s).
\n\tProvide materials, resources and referrals to patients, family members\/care givers.
\n\tInitiate timely discussions with relevant consultants\/departments to arrive at the best treatment plan for specialized cases.
\n\tTake role of teaching and supervising residents, SHOs and other clinical staff.
\n\tEngage nursing and ward staff in ensuring that all treating equipment is functional and available for patient care\/treatment.
\n\tWork closely with other members of the clinical care team to reduce errors and waste, improve skillfulness and resource utilization.
\n\tTeaching, assessment and mentorship of medical school students, interns and residents.
\n\tParticipate in developing and reviewing the syllabus for assigned teaching modules.
\n\tParticipating in Departmental Residency Training Committee (DRTC), examination and other faculty or departmental meetings as may be determined.
\n\tCollaborate with consultants and colleagues to enable integration of clinical research activities, shared knowledge, institutional quality improvement and patient wellness activities.
\n\tParticipate in all teams\u2019 efforts as departmental needs arise
\n\tCarry out any other duty as may be required by the supervisor.<\/p>\n
Qualifications<\/p>\n
\tMasters of Medicine \u00a0in Paediatrics
\n\tBachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.Ch.B) or equivalent
\n\tRegistration by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board.
\n\tEmergency Paediatric Life Support (EPLS).<\/p>\n
Apply Through:<\/p>\n
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