Clinical Officer - Pediatrics

Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya

Full Time

Mid Level

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 18 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 by December 4th, 2025.
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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