Fulltime Faculty, Neonatology at Aga Khan University (AKU)

Job Description

The Aga Khan University is a private, autonomous university that promotes human welfare through research, teaching and community service initiatives. Based on the principles of quality, access, impact and relevance, the University has campuses and programmes in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, the United Kingdom, Afghanistan and Pakistan

Responsibilities

The incumbent will:

Regularly monitor patients’ progress, participate in clinics and provide third on call services for the Children’s Ward, New Born unit and Paediatric casualty and be in-house on campus while on call Assist in the examination and observation of emergency cases by performing such duties as taking case histories, conducting physical examinations, and ordering diagnostic laboratory and radiology studies. When necessary, carry out privileged and potentially life-saving emergency medical procedures. Participate in establishing various planning parameters for addressing referral cases received at AKUH. Take on the role of teaching and supervising residents, Senior House Officers and other clinical staff including participating in developing and reviewing the syllabus for assigned teaching modules Collaborate with colleagues to enable integration of clinical research activities, shared knowledge, institutional quality improvement and patient wellness activities.

Requirements

Applicants should:

Have completed an MMed in Paediatrics Be a holder of a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.Ch.B) or equivalent Have certified and verifiable training in Neonatology from a recognized university Have valid training in Emergency Paediatric Life Support (EPLS) Be registered with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council Be able to demonstrate competency and dexterity with all equipment in the hospital environment Have good communication skills Demonstrate honesty, integrity, compassion and respect for diversity and apply ethical principles appropriately