Senior Consultant (Maternal Fetal Medicine)

Reference: HRM 72/173/40 - MSWNH

Reports to: Executive Director

Qualifications: i. MBChB or its equivalent from a recognized University or institution. ii. Master of Medicine in Obstetrics and Gynecology or its equivalent from a recognized institution. iii. Postgraduate qualification in Maternal-Fetal Medicine or equivalent recognized subspecialty training. Experience At least nine (9) years as a Specialist, three (3) of which should be at the level of Consultant (Obstetrics and Gynaecology) with demonstrable experience in Maternal and Fetal Medicine from Government or Reputable Organisation. Other

Demonstrable clinical leadership and integrity.

Duties and

a) Provides specialized Maternal-Fetal Medicine services and manages high-risk pregnancies and complex maternal and fetal conditions. b) Provides expert clinical advice and leads multidisciplinary management of complicated maternal and fetal cases. c) Supervises, mentors and trains medical and other health professionals in Maternal-Fetal Medicine. d) Develops and implements clinical guidelines, protocols and standards for Maternal-Fetal Medicine services. e) Conducts and participates in clinical research, audits, quality improvement and maternal and perinatal mortality reviews. f) Provides specialist outreach and technical support to other health facilities.

g) Advises management on matters relating to Maternal-Fetal Medicine services h) Performs any other duties as may be assigned by the Responsible Officer.