Associate Consultant (Pediatrics Surgery)

Reference: HRM 72/173/40 - MSWNH

Reports to: Consultant (Pediatric Surgery)

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Qualifications: i. Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) or its equivalent from a recognized University or Institution. ii. Master of Medicine (Mmed) in General Surgery or its equivalent from a recognized University or Institution. iii. Postgraduate qualification in Pediatric Surgery from a recognised institution

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Applicants should have demonstrable qualities of leadership and integrity. Duties and

a) Assist the Consultant in the management and delivery of specialised paediatric surgical services at the hospital and its catchment area. b) Examine, investigate, diagnose and manage surgical conditions affecting newborns, infants, children and adolescents.

c) Perform paediatric surgical procedures within the officer’s level of competence and authorised scope of practice. d) Participate in specialised paediatric surgical clinics, ward rounds, emergency services and operating theatre activities. e) Provide pre-operative assessment, post-operative care and follow-up of paediatric surgical patients. f) Participate in the management of paediatric surgical emergencies, including congenital abnormalities, abdominal emergencies, trauma and other urgent surgical conditions. g) Supervise and mentor Medical Officers, interns and other health professionals involved in paediatric surgical care.

h) Participate in the planning and coordination of training programmes and continuing professional development in paediatric surgery. i) Participate in clinical audits, operational research and quality improvement initiatives to improve surgical outcomes. j) Support the development and implementation of clinical guidelines, protocols and standards for paediatric surgical services. k) Provide technical and professional advice on paediatric surgery to hospital management and other relevant health institutions. l) Advise on the appropriate procurement, utilisation and maintenance of surgical equipment, instruments, medicines and other supplies. m) Promote infection prevention and control, patient safety and observance of professional ethics.

n) Maintain accurate clinical records and prepare reports on paediatric surgical services. o) Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor from time to time.