Fulltime Faculty Paediatric Nephrologist

About the role

The Department of Paediatrics & Child Health at AKU is seeking a full-time faculty Paediatric Nephrologist. The postholder works under the supervision of the Section Head and admits, consults and treats patients admitted through the University team or by private admitting doctors. The Paediatric Nephrologist decides the direct management of admitted patients and supervises all doctors and nurses involved in their care.

Key responsibilities

• Review and examine patients by taking case histories, conducting physical examinations and ordering laboratory and radiology studies
• Conduct daily ward rounds, monitor patient progress, run clinics and provide third-call cover for the Children's Ward, New Born unit and Paediatric casualty
• Carry out privileged, potentially life-saving emergency procedures when necessary
• Help set planning parameters for referral cases received at AKUH
• Educate patients on wellness, prevention and early detection of disease risks
• Discuss complex cases with relevant consultants to agree treatment plans
• Teach and supervise residents and Senior House Officers, including helping develop and review teaching syllabi
• Collaborate on clinical research, quality improvement and patient wellness initiatives

Required profile

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB)
• Master of Medicine (MMed) in Paediatrics and Child Health
• Certified and verifiable sub-specialty training in Paediatric Nephrology from a recognised university
• Valid certification in Emergency Paediatric Life Support (EPALS)
• Registered with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with honesty, integrity, compassion and ethical conduct