Specialist - Pediatric & Neonatology Dept.

• Support and implement all clinical activities under the supervision of the Pediatric & Neonatology Consultant.
• Independently manage departmental activities in the absence of the Consultant.
• Attend consultant rounds and collaborate on care planning and clinical decisions.
• Maintain accurate documentation and submit clinical activity reports to the department Coordinator.
• Manage patient flow, medical records, and data entry processes efficiently.
• Assess and admit pediatric patients in the Emergency Department as needed.
• Perform neonatal resuscitation and stabilization of sick newborns in the NICU.
• Execute various neonatal procedures, including but not limited to:
• Lumbar puncture
• Endotracheal intubation
• Umbilical catheterization
• Arterial line insertion
• Arterial blood sampling for blood gas analysis
• Intravenous cannulation
• Insertion of oro-gastric tubes and urinary catheterization

Note: All invasive procedures must be conducted under the supervision or after discussion with the Consultant and Coordinator.

• Ensure respectful, ethical, and compassionate care in all patient interactions.
• Conduct thorough clinical assessments through detailed history-taking and physical examinations.
• Recommend appropriate investigations and ensure accurate documentation of clinical findings.
• Update and modify care plans daily based on patient progress.
• Document daily progress notes, informed consent, referrals, and discharge summaries in a timely and precise manner.