Clinical Officer – Peadiatrics

Reports To: Doctor In Charge / Hospital Manager
Department: Clinical Operations
Business Purpose / Objective: The job holder will be primarily responsible for providing quality clinical services to our clients and pediatric cases.
Duties and Responsibilities

Monitoring and providing appropriate clinical care to patients
Examining and talking to patients to diagnose their medical conditions;
Making notes and preparing paperwork, both as a legal record of treatment and for the benefit of other healthcare professionals
Coordinate and discuss planned care with the patient and other team professionals as appropriate.
Maintain effective interpersonal relationships with all staff and patients.
Ensure that patients are kept fully informed of and understand all procedures and treatments to be undertaken. Informed Consent will be obtained from patients in accordance with Jacaranda policy.
Provide advice to patients regarding healthy lifestyles and specific measures that may help the patient avoid a recurrence of ill health.
Any other duties as assigned

Education

Higher Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery – Paediatrics
Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery.
Hold a valid practicing license.

Experience 

2 years’ experience in a busy environment, preferably a maternity hospital especially running the pediatric services.

Knowledge and Skills
Requirements

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Excellent analytical reasoning skills and meticulous attention to detail
Computer literacy, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Key Competencies

Commitment to providing high quality care and excellence.
Ability to work effectively with a team in a culturally diverse environment