Consultant Pediatrician

About the Role

The Consultant Pediatrician will provide full-time or part-time, on-site pediatric care at Shishuka Children's Hospitals in Bengaluru, managing outpatient clinics, inpatient wards, and emergency referrals.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough clinical assessments.
• Diagnose and treat a broad range of pediatric conditions.
• Coordinate care plans with nursing staff and other specialists.
• Oversee preventive care, including vaccinations and growth monitoring.
• Counsel families on child health, nutrition, and development.
• Participate in neonatal care when required.
• Collaborate with other physicians and healthcare professionals.
• Contribute to clinical protocols and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate medical records in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
• Participate in on-call duties and clinical audits.

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong clinical foundation in Medicine and Primary Care.
• Ability to manage common and complex pediatric presentations.
• Advanced expertise in Pediatrics, including acute care, developmental assessment, and chronic disease management.
• Experience or training in Neonatology, with competence in caring for newborns and infants, including high-risk and preterm cases.
• Demonstrated ability in working with Physicians and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and ensure continuity of services.
• Recognized medical degree (MBBS) and postgraduate qualification in Pediatrics (MD/DNB or equivalent).
• Valid medical registration.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with children and families, including providing clear explanations and empathetic counseling.
• Commitment to ethical practice, patient safety, and adherence to clinical guidelines and hospital protocols.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing professional development.

Prior experience in a pediatric hospital setting is an advantage.