Pediatric Critical Care Intensivist

ABOUT THE COMPANYThe hospital was founded in 1937 by missionaries from World Gospel Mission and has since grown to be a leading teaching and referral hospital in the region and one of the largest mission hospitals in Africa. It is a non-profit faith-based organization, a ministry of Africa Gospel Church and in partnership with World Gospel Mission.It has a capacity of 300 beds and offers a wide-range of quality and affordable primary and specialized healthcare services.Through partnerships with various organizations, long term and visiting physicians (Facilitated through Samaritan’s Purse), provide Tenwek patients with expertise in hospital care, out-patient treatment (Supported through USAID), and HIV/AIDS care through the PEPFAR program.

Job Summary

To deliver specialized paediatric critical care services with a focus on both cardiac and noncardiac conditions, ensuring that patients receive high-quality, compassionate care in alignment with the Christian mission of the hospital.Academic QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Medicine and Surgery (MBChB or equivalent)Master’s or Fellowship in Paediatrics and/or Paediatric Cardiology from a recognized institutionProfessional QualificationsCertification in Basic Life Support (BLS)Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)Licensing RequirementsMust be registered and in good standing with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC)Work ExperienceMinimum of 2 years post-specialization experience in a high-acuity paediatric or cardiac ICU environment.

Responsibilities

Lead the management of critically ill paediatric patients, especially those with congenital or acquired cardiac conditions, pre- and post-cardiothoracic surgery.Apply comprehensive knowledge of ICU pathology to prescribe appropriate diagnostics and treatments.Understand congenital heart disease and the physiological changes resulting from various interventions.Manage and interpret interventions related to paediatric cardiac surgeries such as ASD/VSD closure, PDA ligation, AV canal repairs, Tetralogy of Fallot, DORV, and single ventricle lesions.Identify and manage acute rhythm disturbances and offer timely interventions.Manage haemodynamic instability using inotropes, vasopressors, and other advanced techniques. Diagnose and treat extra-cardiac conditions like seizures, sepsis, respiratory failure, renal injury, etc., common in ICU patients.Interpret laboratory and imaging results to support clinical decisions.Perform ICU procedures including intubation, umbilical line placement, chest tube insertion, thoracocentesis, and paracentesis.Lead and supervise cardiopulmonary resuscitation efforts.Collaborate closely with CT surgery, general cardiology, and interventional cardiology teams during patient rounds and consultations.Provide guidance and care for patients requiring long-term or palliative cardiac support.Mentor junior clinicians and healthcare professionals within the critical care unit.Participate in BLS/ACLS instruction and certification training where applicable.Maintain strict confidentiality of patient and institutional information.Engage in and promote ICU and cardiothoracic research initiatives; identify areas of interest and conduct relevant studies.Undertake any other duties as may be assigned in line with departmental needs.

Required Skills

Patient care, Pediatry, Following care plans

Required Education

Post-graduate education