Job brief

We are looking for a licensed Pediatrician to examine and treat little patients and help in preventing diseases and illness complications. The work of a physician can be both difficult and demanding, and even more so when it comes to children. A pediatrician will have to conduct examinations by earning the trust and cooperation of the child.

The ideal candidate will possess a thorough knowledge of children\xe2\x80\x99s diseases and epidemiology as well as the established examination procedures for infants. A pediatrician must be patient and caring and able to foster long term trust relationships with the children and their parents.

Responsibilities

Conduct regular thorough examinations on newborns and young children to check and record their health and normal physical development
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\xe2\x80\x99s diet, exercise and disease preventive measures
Keep updated records of patients\xe2\x80\x99 illnesses, surgeries or other medical episodes (allergic shocks, injuries, etc.)
Keep abreast of advancements in pediatrics and best practices by attending seminars and conferences

Requirements

Proven experience as a pediatrician
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
Familiarity with traditional and web-based prescription systems
Active listener, patient and calm
Outstanding diagnostic and problem-solving abilities
Excellent communications skills
Medical Degree with specialization in pediatrics
Valid license to practice medicine

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