Job Description
Paediatric Cardiologist KUTRRH 4- V/FT/83/2023 (1 Position)
Job Purpose
The Paediatric Cardiologist coordinates and provides specialized paediatric cardiology services and
participate in research in the area of specialization.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Reviewing patients and instructing in writing and ensuring all the recommendations are
carried out.
• Undertaking on call duties including clerking, investigating and managing patients.
• Conducting ward rounds, clinics and theatre days as scheduled/directed.
• Conduct medical research.
• Training, supervising and mentoring Clinical Officers, Medical Officers, Medical Interns and
other students.
• Undertaking medical examinations and preparing Medical Reports.
• Carrying out health education and promotion.
• Refer patients to other medical specialists for further diagnosis of complex or unclear
disorder or disease within the hospital.
• Establish plan of care for patients, centered on slowing the progress of their disease or
disorder, and incorporate diet and lifestyle changes, as well as monitored medications within
or without the hospital.
• Any other duties as directed by the Head of the Department.
Qualifications and Requirements
i. Sub-specialty in Pediatric Cardiology from an institution recognized by the Kenya Medical
Practitioners’ and Dentists’ Council.
ii. Master of Medicine in Pediatrics and Child Health from an institution recognized by the
Kenya Medical Practitioners’ and Dentists’ Council.
iii. Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from an institution recognized by the Kenya Medical
Practitioners’ and Dentists’ Council.
iv. Served for a minimum period of nine (9) years relevant work, five (5) of which should have
been in a Management position.
ii. Evidence of having taken a leadership course.
i. Retention in the Kenya Medical Practitioners’ and Dentists’ Council register.
ii. Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners’ and Dentists’ Council.
iii. Recognition as a sub-specialist by the Kenya Medical Practitioners’ and Dentists’ Council.
iv. Valid Practice License from the Kenya Medical Practitioners’ and Dentists’ Counci.
v. Professional Insurance Indemnity Cover.
vi. Proficiency in computer applications.
vii. Fulfilled the requirement of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.
Key Competencies and Attributes
• Specialized expertise in Pediatric Cardiology, focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of heartrelated conditions in children.
• Proficiency in pediatric patient care, ensuring the well-being and comfort of young patients.
• Collaboration and effective communication within healthcare teams to provide
comprehensive care.
• Dedication to continuous learning and research to stay current in the field and offer the best
treatments.
• Compassion and understanding for pediatric patients, addressing their unique needs and
concerns.