Introduction

Our client is a large private hospital in Kuwait. The hospital is one of the oldest in Kuwait, yet always been up to date with the newest technologies and healthcare professionals from all over the world. They are accredited by Accreditation Canada.

What we offer

• Working in an international team;
• A salary that corresponds with your skills and working experience;

Description

Your resposibilities include:

• Conduct regular thorough examinations on newborns and young children to check and record their health and normal physical development;
• Expertise in diagnosing and managing the vast range of neurological disorders affecting children·
• Examine sick children to determine their condition and ask intuitive questions to gather information about symptoms;·
• Reach an informed diagnosis based on scientific knowledge and individual medical history;·
• Prescribe medications and give detailed instructions for administration;· Prescribe and interpret appropriate lab tests to gain more information for possible infections or abnormalities;·
• Prepare and administer vaccines according to the governmental vaccination plan;·
• Examine and treat injuries and refer the little patients to physicians of other disciplines when necessary (e.g. surgeons, ophthalmologists, orthopedists etc.);·
• Advise parents on children’s diet, exercise and disease preventive measures;·
• Keep updated records of patients’ illnesses, surgeries or other medical episodes (allergic shocks, injuries etc.);·
• Keep abreast of advancements in pediatrics and best practices by attending seminars and conferences.

Who are you

• Excellent communications skills;·
• Active listener, patient and calm;·
• Outstanding diagnostic and problem solving abilities;·
• In depth knowledge of children epidemiology and infectious diseases;· Exquisite knowledge of diagnostic, treatment and rehabilitation principles and techniques;·
• Up to speed knowledge of drugs/medication appropriate for children and their side-effects.