Penda Health

Clinical Officer - Pediatrics

Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya - Full Time

About us:

Penda Health is an award-winning, innovative healthcare company dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate, and trustworthy care to every patient we serve.
Our vision is for everyone in Africa to have healthcare they can trust — care that is accessible, reliable, and centered on people.

Today, our team of 500+ passionate professionals proudly operates 20 Medical Centres across Nairobi, Kiambu, and Kajiado Counties, offering a wide range of outpatient and diagnostic services that bring The Penda Way to life every day.

At Penda, we are building a culture where our people grow, our patients feel valued, and our communities thrive — because we’re Here When It Matters.

Job Summary: 
Provide high-quality, patient-centered care to neonates, infants, children & adolescents.  This role involves diagnosing and managing a variety of pediatric conditions, administering treatments, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure the well-being of patients.

Responsibilities: 

  • Deliver excellent patient care by promptly addressing concerns and performing thorough assessments, including history and physical exams for pediatric patients.
  • Diagnose, manage, and develop individualized care plans for pediatric illnesses, injuries, and chronic conditions, including emergency care and stabilization.
  • Educate and counsel parents on child health, development, nutrition, and preventive care, as well as chronic condition management and follow-up.
  • Collaborate with healthcare staff to ensure comprehensive care and refer patients to specialists or inpatient care when necessary.
  • Stay updated on pediatric practices and protocols to ensure high-quality care. 
Requirements: 
  • At least 1-year post-training experience in Pediatrics.
  • A Higher National Diploma in Pediatrics.
  • A Basic Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery.
Application Process:
If you meet the outlined requirements, please apply.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis!

Kindly note that due to the high volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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