Consultant Pediatrician Full Time NEW

Job Description

As a consultant pediatrician, you will play a crucial role in providing specialized medical care to infants, children, and adolescents. Your responsibilities will include:




Key Responsibilities

Patient Care: Diagnose and treat a wide range of childhood illnesses, from minor health problems to serious diseases.

Medical histories: Record and evaluate patients’ medical histories and symptoms.

Examinations: Conduct thorough physical examinations and assessments.

Diagnostic Tests: Order and interpret diagnostic tests to determine the nature and extent of medical conditions.

Treatment Plans: Develop and manage comprehensive treatment plans tailored to the needs of individual patients.

Medication Management: Prescribe medications and monitor their effectiveness and side effects.

Patient Education: Educate patients and their families about medical conditions, treatment options, and preventive health measures.

Collaboration: Work closely with other healthcare professionals, including nurses, specialists, and therapists, to ensure coordinated and effective patient care.

Emergency Care: Provide emergency medical care when necessary and refer patients to other specialists as needed.

Documentation: Maintain accurate and detailed medical records and reports.

Continual Learning: Stay updated with the latest medical research, treatments, and technologies in pediatric care.

Qualifications

Medical Degree: A medical degree from a recognized institution.

Board Certification: Board certification in pediatrics or a relevant sub-specialty.

Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in pediatric care.

Skills: Excellent communication, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills.

Compassion: A strong commitment to providing compassionate and patient-centered care.

Training: Must be Western-trained.