Senior Registrar – Paediatrics at - Nairobi, Kenya - The Nairobi Hospital

Description

Opened in 1954, The Nairobi Hospital has excelled in medical expertise and services provision and has deservedly earned recognition throughout East Africa and beyond as an advanced diagnostic, treatment and referral centre.

REF:
TNH/HRD/SRP/04/2024

SUMMARY

Reporting to Director, Medical Services & Research, the successful applicants will be responsible for carrying out clinical procedures and clinical management of in-patient and out-patient patients in order to offer curative services in line with established protocols and the hospital's patient care objectives.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Carry out initial patient assessment, treatment, stabilization and referrals in line with the patients' condition in order to achieve optimal patient care.

Carry out non-emergency and emergency procedures on patients in consultation with the Specialist and/or Consultant.
Carry outward rounds for daily clinical progress and management of patients in consultation with the Specialist and/or Consultant.
Mentor medical officers in clinical procedures to impart knowledge and improve patient care.
Participate in continuous medical evaluations to sharpen medical knowledge and skills in area of specialization.

Pursue mentorship opportunities in applicable specialty area under a specialist or consultant in compliance with the specialist recognition requirements.

Participate in patient reviews in outpatient clinics as and when required.
Participate in research activities in applicable specialty area in line with set objectives.
Participate in the development and/or review of protocols in applicable specialty area to enhance clinical management.
Ensure high levels of patient confidentiality and work ethic in line with applicable code of conduct and hospital objectives; and
Any other responsibilities that may be assigned to the job holder by the supervisor from time to time.


REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Master of Medicine degree in Paediatrics and Child Health
Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery degree from a recognized institution.
Must be registered by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Council and hold a valid practicing license.
Specialist recognition from the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Council
Basic Life Support training.
Advanced Trauma Life Support training.
LSO Advanced Life Support training


CORE COMPETENCIES
Emergent lifesaving skills
Recognition and assessment of patient's and ability to intervene as required
Ability to carry out emergent and non-emergent procedures including IV cannulation, dialysis catheterization and emergency intubation among others
Patient care skills.
Effective decision-making and judgement skills
Basic counselling skills
Ability to work for long hours under pressure
Drive and openness to learning
Time management skills
Analytical skills
Research skills
Interpersonal skills
Attention to detail
Planning and organising skills
Communication skills including presentation and facilitation skills
Team working skills
Accountability
Integrity
Confidentiality