Paediatric Neurologist at Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital

  • Nairobi
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 3 days ago
Job Purpose
  • To provide expert diagnosis and management of neurological disorders in children, and support multidisciplinary neurodevelopmental care.
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Assess and manage epilepsy, cerebral palsy, neurodevelopmental disorders, neuromuscular diseases, headaches, neuro-infections, and genetic conditions.
  • Interpret EEG, neuroimaging, and relevant neuro-diagnostics; coordinate further testing as needed.
  • Provide inpatient/outpatient consults including emergency neurological care.
  • Develop individualized treatment and rehabilitation plans with MDTs (physio/OT/speech/psychology).
  • Counsel families on diagnosis, prognosis, and long-term management including transition planning.
  • Participate in teaching, mentorship, and CPD activities.
  • Engage in audits, registries, and research in paediatric neurology.
  • Contribute to protocols and quality improvement for neurology services.
Qualifications & Requirements
  • Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) from an institution recognized by KMPDC.
  • MMed in Paediatrics and Child Health or equivalent qualification from an institution recognized by KMPDC.
  • Fellowship/certification in Paediatric Neurology or equivalent qualification recognized by KMPDC.
  • Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC).
  • Recognition as a specialist/sub-specialist by KMPDC.
  • Retention in the KMPDC register.
  • Valid Practice License from KMPDC.
  • Valid Indemnity Cover.
  • Proficiency in computer applications.
  • Compliance with Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.
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