Paediatrician at Pearson Children's Clinic

Job Description:

We are looking for a licensed Paediatrician to examine and treat little patients and help in preventing diseases and illness complications. A paediatrician will have to conduct examinations by earning the trust and cooperation of the child.

The ideal candidate will possess thorough knowledge of children’s diseases as well as the established examination procedures for infants. A paediatrician must be patient and caring and able to foster long term trust relationships with the children and their parents.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular thorough examinations on Newborns and young children to check and record their health and normal physical development.
• Examine sick children to determine their condition and ask intuitive questions to gather information about symptoms.
• Reach an informed diagnosis based on scientific knowledge and individual medical history.
• Prescribe medications and give detailed instructions for administration.
• Prescribe and interpret appropriate lab tests to gain more information for possible infections or abnormalities.
• Prepare and administer vaccines according to the governmental vaccination plan.
• Examine and treat injuries and refer the little patients to physicians of other disciplines when necessary (e.g., surgeons, ophthalmologists, orthopaedists etc.)
• Advise parents on children’s diet, exercise, and disease preventive measures.
• Keep updated records of patients’ illnesses, surgeries, or other medical episodes.
• (Allergic shocks, injuries etc.)
• Keep abreast of advancements in paediatrics and best practices by attending seminars and conferences.

Requirements and skills

• Qualification: Fellow (certified Paediatrician) of the Ghana college of Physician
• Licensure:
• Current registration as a medical practitioner in Ghana
• Current registration with the medical and Dental council, Ghana as a specialist physician (paediatrician)
• Proven experience as a paediatrician
• In depth knowledge of children epidemiology and infectious diseases
• Exquisite knowledge of diagnostic, treatment and rehabilitation principles and techniques
• Up to speed knowledge of drugs/medication appropriate for children and their side- effects
• Familiarity with traditional and web-based prescription systems
• Active listener, patient, and calm
• Outstanding diagnostic and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communications skills
• Medical Degree with specialization in paediatrics
• Valid license to practice medicine.

LOCATION: Ashongman Estate, Accra, Ghana