Pediatrician, Outreach Clinics at Aga Khan University Hospital in Nairobi, Kenya

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    Pediatrician, Outreach Clinics

    Aga Khan University HospitalNairobi, Kenya

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    1 week ago

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    31 Aug

    Full Time
    On Site
    Senior
    Healthcare, Medical & Pharmaceutical
    Healthcare & Medical

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    Job Description

    The Pediatrician will provide comprehensive medical care to patients in outreach clinics, including conducting examinations, ordering diagnostic tests, and managing treatment plans. The role involves teaching and supervising medical students and residents, participating in departmental activities, and collaborating with the clinical care team to ensure high-quality patient care.

    Key Responsibilities

    • 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 monitor patients' progress on a regular basis.
    • Initiate discussions with patient and care givers to enable better diagnostic and therapeutic medical care services.
    • Attend to critical patients in a timely manner.
    • When necessary, carry out privileged and potentially lifesaving emergency medical procedures.
    • Educate patients on wellness prevention and early detection of risk factors for diseases.
    • Provide materials, resources and referrals to patients, family members/care givers.
    • Initiate timely discussions with relevant consultants/departments to arrive at the best treatment plan for specialized cases.
    • Take role of teaching and supervising residents, SHOs and other clinical staff.
    • Engage nursing and ward staff in ensuring that all treating equipment is functional and available for patient care/treatment.
    • Work closely with other members of the clinical care team to reduce errors and waste, improve skillfulness and resource utilization.
    • Teaching, assessment and mentorship of medical school students, interns and residents.
    • Participate in developing and reviewing the syllabus for assigned teaching modules.
    • Participating in Departmental Residency Training Committee DRTC, examination and other faculty or departmental meetings as may be determined.
    • Collaborate with consultants and colleagues to enable integration of clinical research activities, shared knowledge, institutional quality improvement and patient wellness activities.
    • Participate in all teams' efforts as departmental needs arise.
    • Carry out any other duty as may be required by the supervisor.

    Required Qualifications

    • Masters of Medicine in Paediatrics
    • Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery M.B.Ch.B or equivalent
    • Registration by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board.
    • Emergency Paediatric Life Support EPLS.

    Job Details

    Job Function

    Healthcare & Medical

    Education Level

    Master’s Degree

    Area of Study

    Medicine

    Field of Study

    Paediatrics

    Languages

    English

    Additional Information

    How to Apply: Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the Aga Khan University Hospital career portal at aku.taleo.net.

    Master the Clinical and Teaching Balance

    This role sits at the intersection of hands-on paediatric care and academic mentorship. Hiring panels will probe how you manage ward rounds, emergency procedures, and teaching duties without compromising patient outcomes.

    1. Showcase your clinical decision-making: Be ready to discuss specific cases where you diagnosed complex paediatric conditions and the reasoning behind your treatment plans. Highlight any experience with emergency paediatric life support.

    2. Demonstrate teaching experience: Prepare examples of how you have supervised residents or medical students, including how you provide constructive feedback and assess their progress.

    3. Highlight your ability to work in outreach settings: If you have worked in community or outreach clinics, describe how you adapted to limited resources and diverse patient populations.

    4. Emphasize collaboration: Provide instances where you worked with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient care or reduce errors. Mention any quality improvement initiatives you participated in.

    5. Prepare for competency-based questions: Expect questions on how you handle critical patients, communicate with caregivers, and manage stressful situations. Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to structure your answers.

    6. Update your CV with relevant certifications: Ensure your CV clearly lists your MMed in Paediatrics, MBChB, registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board, and EPLS certification. Highlight any additional training or workshops.

    7. Research the institution: Familiarize yourself with Aga Khan University Hospital's values, outreach programs, and academic affiliations. Tailor your answers to show alignment with their mission.

    8. Prepare thoughtful questions: Ask about the hospital's paediatric caseload, opportunities for research, and how the department supports continuing medical education. This shows genuine interest and foresight.

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    Tags

    paediatrics
    clinical care
    teaching
    supervision
    emergency medicine