Consultant (Maternal Fetal Medicine)

Reference: HRM 72/173/01 MSWNH

Reports to: Senior Consultant (Maternal Fetal Medicine)

Qualifications: i. MBChB Degree or its equivalent from a recognized University or Institution. ii. Master of Medicine Degree in Obstetrics and Gynecology or its equivalent from a recognized University or Institution. iii. Postgraduate qualification in Maternal and Fetal Medicine. Experience At least six (6) years’ experiences as a Specialist of which three (3) should have been as Associate Consultant (Obstetrics and Gynecology) with demonstrable experience in Maternal and Fetal Medicine in Government or reputable organisation

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Proven record of research and publications in peer review journal(s) will be an added advantage. ii. Demonstrable qualities of leadership and integrity. iii. Demonstrable ability to coach, mentor and develop staff. Duties and

a) Provides specialized Maternal and Fetal Medicine services and manages high-risk pregnancies and complex maternal and fetal conditions. b) Examines, diagnoses and treats patients with maternal and fetal complications and provides appropriate follow-up care. c) Participates in multidisciplinary management of complicated maternal and fetal cases. d) Supervises, mentors and trains medical officers, resident doctors, interns and other health professionals.

e) Participates in clinical research, clinical audit, quality improvement and maternal and perinatal mortality reviews. f) Participates in the development and implementation of clinical guidelines, protocols and standards for Maternal and Fetal Medicine services. g) Participates in specialist outreach and provides technical support to other health facilities. h) Maintains accurate clinical records and prepares reports on Maternal and Fetal Page 70 of 91

Medicine services. i) Performs any other duties as may be assigned by the Responsible Officer.