Associate Consultant (Paediatrics and Child Health)

Reference: HRM 72/173/36 - Kawempe RH

Reports to: Consultant (Paediatrics and Child Health)

Qualifications: i. Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) degree, or its equivalent, from a recognised university or institution. ii. Master of Medicine (MMed) degree in Paediatrics and Child Health, or its equivalent, from a recognised university or institution. Other

Demonstrable qualities of leadership and integrity. Duties and

a) Diagnose and manage complicated paediatric conditions and provide specialist clinical services to children. b) Conduct specialised paediatric clinics and manage patients referred to the hospital.

c) Conduct ward rounds and participate in the management of critically ill children and paediatric emergencies. d) Supervise, coach, mentor and train Medical Officers, intern doctors and other health professionals under their supervision. e) Develop and implement standard operating procedures, clinical protocols and guidelines for paediatric services. f) Teach medical students and other health students and participate in clinical training. g) Supervise and train intern doctors in accordance with applicable professional requirements. h) Promote adherence to professional codes of conduct, medical ethics and patient safety standards. i) Conduct and participate in research in paediatrics and child health.

j) Plan and coordinate continuous professional development for health professionals at the hospital and within its catchment area. k) Provide technical guidance on the procurement and appropriate use of paediatric equipment, medicines and other medical supplies. l) Participate in outreach services and provide specialist advice to referring health facilities. m) Prepare and submit periodic reports on paediatric service delivery. n) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time. Page 81 of 91