Clinical Officer Job. Paediatrics

Purpose/Objective

The job holder will be primarily responsible for providing quality clinical services to our clients and pediatric cases.

Responsibilities

  • Monitoring and providing appropriate clinical care to patients
  • Examining and talking to patients to diagnose their medical conditions;
  • Making notes and preparing paperwork, both as a legal record of treatment and for the benefit of other healthcare professionals
  • Coordinate and discuss planned care with the patient and other team professionals as appropriate.
  • Maintain effective interpersonal relationships with all staff and patients.
  • Ensure that patients are kept fully informed of and understand all procedures and treatments to be undertaken. Informed Consent will be obtained from patients in accordance with Jacaranda policy.
  • Provide advice to patients regarding healthy lifestyles and specific measures that may help the patient avoid a recurrence of ill health.
  • Any other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education

  • Higher Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery – Paediatrics
  • Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery.
  • Hold a valid practicing license.

Experience

  • 2 years’ experience in a busy environment, preferably a maternity hospital especially running the pediatric services.

Knowledge and Skills

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent analytical reasoning skills and meticulous attention to detail
  • Computer literacy, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Key competencies

  • Commitment to providing high quality care and excellence.
  • Ability to work effectively with a team in a culturally diverse environment

How To Apply

The position will be a Part Time Job.

Please send your application via email to jobs@jacarandahealth.org with the subject “Clinical Officer Paediatrics.” A complete application will contain:

  • Attached CV
  • Attached Cover letter
  • Current and expected remuneration and availability which is a MUST

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted