Duties & Responsibilities:
Diagnosis and treatment: The senior registrar is responsible for diagnosing and treating a wide range of acute and chronic illnesses among the pediatrics= and adolescent population. They perform physical exams, order diagnostic tests, prescribe medications, and provide medical treatments as needed.
Preventive care: The senior registrar also focuses on preventing illnesses and promoting wellness by providing preventive care services such as vaccinations, health screenings, and counseling on healthy lifestyle choices.
Family-centered care: The senior registrar provides care to the infants, children, and adolescents. They develop long-term relationships with patients and families to provide ongoing care and support.
Coordination of care: The senior registrar works closely with other healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care and optimal health outcomes for patients. They may refer patients to specialists when necessary and collaborate with other healthcare providers to develop treatment plans.
Patient education: The senior registrar provides education to patients and their families on various health topics, including disease prevention, medication management, and healthy lifestyle choices.
Record-keeping: The senior registrar maintains accurate medical records of all patient encounters, including diagnoses, treatments, and medications prescribed.
Participation in organisation wide quality improvement programs to strengthen the clinical governance such as JCI.
Qualifications & Requirements
Masters of Medicine in pediatrics and child health from a recognized institution.
Bachelor’s Degree in Medicine and Bachelor in Surgery.
Practicing license from the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Council.
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Interested and qualified candidates in the above position are encouraged to forward their CVs and application letters on or before 15th September 2023.
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