Senior Assistant Director of Medical Services/Medical Specialist I - Paediatric Surgeon at Machakos County Public Service Board in Machakos, Kenya

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    Senior Assistant Director of Medical Services/Medical Specialist I - Paediatric Surgeon

    Machakos County Public Service BoardMachakos, Kenya

    Posted

    2 days ago

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    9 Sept

    Full Time
    On Site
    Senior
    Government & Public Administration
    Healthcare & Medical

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    Job Description

    This role involves diagnosing, monitoring, and treating children who are injured, ill, or living with disabilities. The specialist will perform comprehensive examinations, prescribe treatments, and advise patients and families. The position requires a Master's degree in Pediatrics and Child Health.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Diagnosing, monitoring and treating children who are injured, ill or living with disabilities
    • Performing comprehensive examinations on newborns and children to identify abnormalities and checking for normal growth and development
    • Prescribing treatment methods, including administering medication, performing surgeries and other therapies
    • Discussing diagnosis and treatment plans with parents and children
    • Ordering tests and referring patients to Specialists
    • Advising patients and their family members on medication use, nutrition and preventive measures
    • Creating patients' medical reports to support other healthcare professionals

    Required Qualifications

    • Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery M.B:Ch.B degree from a recognized by Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board.
    • Masters in Pediatrics and Child Health
    • Diagnose diseases such as kidney stones, urinary tract infections UTIs, and prostate problems
    • Evaluating patient history, conducting physical examinations e.g., prostate exams, ordering lab tests e.g., PSA, and performing imaging studies or biopsies.
    • Performing both major and minimally invasive surgeries e.g., robotic-assisted surgery, laser techniques, cystoscopy.
    • Treating cancers of the bladder, kidney, prostate, and testicles.
    • Providing consultations, developing personalized treatment plans, and performing follow-up care.

    Job Details

    Job Function

    Healthcare & Medical

    Education Level

    Master’s Degree

    Area of Study

    Medicine

    Field of Study

    Pediatrics and Child Health

    Languages

    English

    Additional Information

    How to Apply: Interested and qualified? Go to Machakos County Public Service Board on jobs.machakos.go.ke to apply.

    Master the Surgical Interview: From Residency to Consultant

    This senior role demands more than clinical excellence—it requires leadership in pediatric surgery and the ability to manage complex cases. Hiring panels will probe your surgical experience, decision-making under pressure, and how you communicate with families.

    1. Showcase your surgical logbook: Be ready to discuss your experience with pediatric surgeries, including complex cases. Highlight your proficiency in both open and minimally invasive techniques, and quantify your caseload where possible.

    2. Prepare for clinical case discussions: Expect to be presented with challenging pediatric cases. Practice formulating differential diagnoses and treatment plans, and be ready to explain your reasoning clearly.

    3. Demonstrate leadership and teamwork: As a senior specialist, you'll lead a team. Provide examples of how you've mentored junior doctors, resolved conflicts, and collaborated with other departments.

    4. Emphasize patient and family communication: Pediatric surgery involves anxious parents. Share how you break bad news, explain procedures, and support families through treatment.

    5. Highlight your research and publications: If you have published research in pediatric surgery, bring it up. It shows your commitment to advancing the field and staying current.

    6. Understand the Kenyan healthcare context: Be aware of the challenges and opportunities in public health facilities in Kenya, such as resource constraints and high patient volumes. Show that you can adapt.

    7. Prepare for questions on complications and outcomes: Be honest about complications you've encountered and how you managed them. Emphasize your commitment to patient safety and continuous improvement.

    8. Know the county's health priorities: Research Machakos County's health indicators and initiatives. Tailor your answers to show how you can contribute to their goals.

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    pediatric surgery
    child health
    medical specialist
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