Consultant Pediatrician
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Job Summary
Consultant Pediatrician
Location: Abuja Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Healthcare / Hospital Services
Experience Level: 7 10 Years
Salary Range:
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled compassionate and dedicated Consultant Pediatrician to join our multidisciplinary medical team in Abuja. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive evidence-based care to infants children and adolescents ensuring optimal health and development.
This role requires exceptional clinical competence strong leadership abilities and a genuine passion for pediatric medicine within a dynamic patient-centered hospital environment.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Care & Patient Management
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Diagnose and manage acute and chronic pediatric conditions across all age groups.
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Provide preventive curative and long-term care plans for children with chronic or developmental conditions.
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Conduct routine physical examinations immunizations and health screenings.
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Offer expert guidance to parents and guardians to ensure understanding and compliance with care plans.
Multidisciplinary Collaboration & Quality Care
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Work closely with nurses allied health professionals and other specialists to provide holistic care.
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Participate in ward rounds case reviews and clinical audits to maintain high-quality standards.
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Implement best practices in pediatric medicine aligned with hospital protocols and current clinical guidelines.
Training Leadership & Research
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Supervise and mentor junior doctors resident physicians and medical students.
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Engage in continuing medical education (CME) seminars and training workshops.
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Participate in clinical research and contribute to developing new pediatric care protocols and hospital policies.
Qualifications & Experience
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MBBS or MD degree from a recognized and accredited medical institution.
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Fellowship of the West African College of Physicians (FWACP) or National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria (FMCPaed) in Pediatrics or an equivalent international qualification.
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Valid Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) practicing license.
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7 10 years post-specialist qualification experience in reputable healthcare institutions.
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Excellent diagnostic clinical and decision-making skills.
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Strong interpersonal communication and leadership abilities.
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High ethical standards empathy and commitment to continuous professional development.
Remuneration & Benefits
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Gross Monthly Salary: (commensurate with experience)
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Comprehensive health insurance and pension contributions
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Sponsored continuous professional development (CPD) and training programs
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Access to modern diagnostic tools and state-of-the-art pediatric facilities
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Supportive collaborative and innovative work culture
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Annual leave and other statutory employment benefits
How to Apply
Qualified and interested candidates should submit their CV cover letter and a copy of their valid MDCN practicing license to:
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Motivational Interviewing
- Customer Service
- eClinicalWorks
- ICU Experience
- Primary Care Experience
- Medical office experience
- Suturing
- Pediatrics Experience
- Pharmacy Residency
- Administrative Experience
- Epic
