Pediatric Surgeon Consultant (STMC)

<div><h3>Job Purpose</h3><p>To provide advanced surgical care for infants, children, and adolescents requiring operative management of congenital, developmental, traumatic, and oncologic conditions. The Consultant Pediatric Surgeon ensures high-quality, evidence-based surgical interventions while promoting a family-centered approach in accordance with SEHA’s standards of care.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Evaluate, diagnose, and surgically manage pediatric conditions including neonatal anomalies, gastrointestinal disorders, urologic and thoracic pathologies, and pediatric tumors.</li><li>Perform a wide range of elective and emergency pediatric surgical procedures, including minimally invasive and laparoscopic surgeries.</li><li>Manage preoperative and postoperative care, ensuring safe and effective recovery and follow-up.</li><li>Provide surgical consultation to pediatricians, neonatologists, emergency physicians, and other referring specialties.</li><li>Participate in neonatal intensive care (NICU), pediatric intensive care (PICU), and emergency department multidisciplinary care planning.</li><li>Engage in family counseling and education regarding diagnoses, surgical options, risks, and recovery plans.</li><li>Document all clinical interactions and surgical procedures using SEHA’s electronic medical record system.</li><li>Supervise and mentor residents, junior doctors, and surgical staff, contributing to education and continuous professional development.</li><li>Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement projects, research initiatives, and morbidity/mortality reviews.</li><li>Adhere strictly to SEHA and DOH guidelines on infection control, patient safety, and ethical medical practice.</li></ul><h3>Minimum Qualifications</h3><ul><li>Medical Degree (MBBS or equivalent) from a recognized medical school.</li><li>Completion of residency in General Surgery and fellowship training in Pediatric Surgery from a recognized program.</li><li>Board Certification in Pediatric Surgery (e.g., American Board, CCT with Pediatric Surgery subspecialty, FRCS-Ped, or equivalent).</li><li>Valid DOH Consultant License in Pediatric Surgery or eligibility to obtain it.</li></ul><h3>Experience</h3><ul><li>Minimum 5 years of post‑specialty certification experience as a Consultant Pediatric Surgeon.</li></ul></div>#J-18808-Ljbffr