Pediatric Cardiologist

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

Academic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB or equivalent) from a recognized institution.
  
• Master’s Degree in Pediatrics or Internal Medicine.
  
• Fellowship or sub-specialty training in Pediatric Cardiology from a recognized institution.
  
• Professional Certification and Membership
  
• Registered and licensed by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC).
  
• Specialist recognition in Cardiology by KMPDC.
  
• Valid practicing license in Cardiology.
  
• Professional Indemnity Cover.
  

Work Experience

• Minimum of 7 years medical experience, with at least 3 years of specialized experience in pediatric cardiology.
  

Functional Skills and Behavioral Competencies

• Advanced diagnostic and clinical decision-making abilities in pediatric cardiology.
  
• Skilled in pediatric echocardiography and cardiac evaluation.
  
• Excellent patient management and communication skills, especially with children and families.
  
• Ability to teach, mentor, and supervise junior staff effectively.
  
• Compassionate and empathetic approach to care.
  
• Integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism in all aspects of work.
  
• Team-oriented, with strong collaboration and interpersonal skills.
  
• Commitment to lifelong learning, clinical excellence, and Christian service.
  

• Proficiency in using medical record systems and standard software tools.
  

  
  

• Evaluate and treat infants, children, and adolescents with congenital and acquired heart conditions.
  
• Prescribe and interpret diagnostic tests; determine appropriate management or surgical referral where necessary.
  
• Provide or guide effective cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) when required.
  
• Maintain detailed and accurate medical records, including patient history, test results, and treatment plans, either directly or in collaboration with medical officers, echo technicians, fellows, or surgeons.
  
• Interpret echocardiograms, ECGs, and other diagnostic tests in children to support diagnosis and clinical decision-making.
  
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including cardiothoracic surgery, pediatrics, neonatology, internal medicine, OB/Gyn, and other departments for integrated care.
  
• Perform or be willing to learn advanced procedures such as central line insertion, pericardiocentesis, and right heart catheterization.
  
• Perform and interpret transthoracic echocardiograms and be willing to learn transesophageal echocardiography in pediatric patients.
  
• Provide support for patients requiring long-term cardiac care or palliative management. Mentor and support junior doctors, fellows, interns, and other clinical staff.
  
• Participate in the coordination and facilitation of Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) training programs, if certified.
  
• Maintain confidentiality and safeguard hospital and patient data at all times.
  
• Participate in pediatric cardiology and cardiothoracic-related research initiatives; identify topics, develop research protocols, and contribute to publications or quality improvement.
  
• Foster positive and respectful relationships within the medical team and with patients and families.
  
• Exhibit Christ-like character and integrity in all professional and personal conduct.
  
• Comply with the Tenwek Hospital moral code and all applicable KMPDC regulations.
  
• Remain informed on legal and ethical standards in pediatric clinical practice.
  
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Director of Cardiothoracic Surgical Services or their designee, based on departmental needs.