Pediatricians are medical doctors who specialize in the care of infants, children, and adolescents. Their primary focus is on promoting the health and well-being of young patients. Here are the key roles and responsibilities of a pediatrician: Medical Care: Pediatricians provide medical care to children from birth through adolescence. This includes conducting physical examinations, diagnosing illnesses, and creating treatment plans for various health conditions. Vaccinations and Preventive Care: Pediatricians administer vaccinations to protect children from preventable diseases and offer guidance on preventive care, such as nutrition, exercise, and safety measures. Monitoring Growth and Development: Pediatricians track children\'s growth, development, and milestones. They assess physical, mental, and emotional development to ensure children are meeting age-appropriate benchmarks. Diagnosis and Treatment of Illnesses: Pediatricians diagnose and treat various illnesses, infections, and chronic conditions that affect children. They may prescribe medications, therapies, or recommend lifestyle changes. Management of Chronic Conditions: For children with chronic health conditions like asthma, diabetes, or epilepsy, pediatricians play a crucial role in ongoing management, including medication adjustments and monitoring. Educating Parents and Caregivers: Pediatricians educate parents and caregivers on child health and wellness topics, including nutrition, sleep, safety, and developmental milestones. They answer questions and provide guidance on parenting concerns. Referrals and Collaboration: When necessary, pediatricians refer patients to specialists for further evaluation and treatment. They also collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as nurses, nutritionists, and social workers, to provide comprehensive care. Emergency Care: Pediatricians may provide emergency care for children who have acute illnesses or injuries. They are trained to stabilize and manage critical situations. Counseling and Support: Pediatricians offer emotional and behavioral support to children and adolescents, addressing issues like anxiety, depression, and behavioral problems. They may refer patients to mental health specialists when needed. Advocacy for Child Health: Pediatricians advocate for policies and practices that promote child health and safety. They may participate in public health initiatives, research, and community education. Well-Child Checkups: Pediatricians conduct routine well-child checkups, which include physical examinations, developmental assessments, and discussions about age-appropriate screenings and vaccinations. Documentation and Record-Keeping: Pediatricians maintain detailed medical records for each patient, documenting medical histories, diagnoses, treatments, and follow-up care. Cultural Sensitivity: Pediatricians strive to understand and respect the cultural, social, and economic factors that may impact a child\'s health and healthcare decisions. Continuing Education: To stay current with advances in pediatric medicine, pediatricians engage in ongoing professional development, attending conferences and workshops and reading medical literature. Compassion and Empathy: Perhaps most importantly, pediatricians must possess excellent interpersonal skills, including compassion and empathy, to build trust with young patients and their families. Overall, pediatricians play a critical role in ensuring the health and well-being of children, providing medical care, education, and support to both young patients and their families. Job Type: Full-time Pay: AED20,000.00 - AED30,000.00 per month Ability to commute/relocate:

• Sharjah: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Language:

• Malayalam, Tamil (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• DHA,MOH (Preferred)