Vacancy title:
Pediatrician

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Health Care, Category: Healthcare, Doctors & Other Health Professionals]

Jobs at:
Shalom Medical Center

Deadline of this Job:
Thursday, August 13 2026

Duty Station:
KAWEMPE-KAZO | Kampala

Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, July 30 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Job Summary

The Pediatrician (Business Partner) is responsible for providing comprehensive, high-quality medical care to infants, children, and adolescents through outpatient consultations and follow-up care. The role involves diagnosing, treating, and managing childhood illnesses while collaborating with other healthcare professionals to promote child health and well-being. The Pediatrician will practice independently while utilizing the medical centre as a consultation facility for patients.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive medical consultations for infants, children, and adolescents.
• Diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic pediatric conditions.
• Monitor child growth and developmental milestones.
• Prescribe appropriate medications and treatment plans.
• Provide preventive healthcare services, including immunization guidance and health education.
• Refer patients for specialized investigations or treatment where necessary.
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient medical records.
• Educate parents and caregivers on disease prevention, nutrition, and child wellness.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of patient care.
• Adhere to professional, ethical, and regulatory standards at all times.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB/MBBS) or equivalent.
• Postgraduate qualification in Pediatrics.
• Valid practicing license.
• Registered with the Uganda Medical and Dental Practitioners Council (UMDPC).
• Actively practicing as a Pediatrician.

Skills & Competencies

• Pediatric diagnosis and clinical management
• Patient-centered care
• Clinical decision-making
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Medical ethics and professionalism
• Record keeping and documentation

Working Arrangement

• Business Partner / Consultant arrangement.
• Flexible consultation schedule based on patient appointments.
• The specialist will consult and manage patients from Shalom Medical Centre – Kawempe-Kazo.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure

Contact. 0700153852 for more discussion.

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