Job Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, Experience, and Attributes)

Academic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Medicine and Surgery (MBChB or equivalent)

Master’s or Fellowship in Pediatrics and/or Pediatric Cardiology from a recognized institution

Professional Certification and Membership

Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)

Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Must be registered and in good standing with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC)

Work Experience

Minimum of 2 years post-specialization experience in a high-acuity pediatric or cardiac ICU environment

Functional Skills and Behavioral Competencies

Demonstrated clinical leadership and sound decision-making skills

Strong analytical and diagnostic abilities

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Compassionate, empathetic, and respectful demeanor

Commitment to continuous learning and professional development

High levels of integrity, discretion, and ethical conduct

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and electronic medical records systems

Ability to multitask and perform under pressure

Willingness to serve within a Christian mission hospital context, upholding its core values

Team player with a collaborative mindset

Passion for pediatric healthcare and advancing critical care practices

• Lead the management of critically ill pediatric 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 pediatric 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 hemodynamic 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, thoracentesis, 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.

• Clinical leadership
• Sound decision-making skills
• Analytical and diagnostic abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate, empathetic, and respectful demeanor
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development
• High levels of integrity, discretion, and ethical conduct
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Proficiency in electronic medical records systems
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to perform under pressure
• Team player
• Collaborative mindset
• Passion for pediatric healthcare
• Passion for advancing critical care practices

• Bachelor’s degree in Medicine and Surgery (MBChB or equivalent)
• Master’s or Fellowship in Pediatrics and/or Pediatric Cardiology from a recognized institution
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Registered and in good standing with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC)