Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital (KUTRRH) is seeking a Paediatric Cardiologist to provide comprehensive assessment and management of congenital and acquired heart disease in infants, children, and adolescents. This role involves non-invasive cardiac imaging and longitudinal care within the hospital's paediatric services. The successful candidate will be part of a leading National Referral Hospital equipped with state-of-the-art medical amenities.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct detailed clinical evaluations and interpret paediatric echocardiography, ECG, and other cardiac diagnostics.
- Develop and implement individualized management plans for congenital and acquired paediatric cardiac conditions.
- Provide outpatient clinics, inpatient consults, and support peri-operative cardiac care in collaboration with anaesthesia and ICU teams.
- Coordinate referrals for interventional cardiology and cardiothoracic surgery where indicated and co-manage follow-up.
- Optimise medication therapy, monitor treatment outcomes, and address complications including heart failure and arrhythmias.
- Educate patients and caregivers on diagnosis, procedures, and long-term follow-up including transition to adult care.
- Contribute to teaching, mentorship, audits, and quality improvement within paediatrics and cardiology.
- Participate in research and registry activities relevant to paediatric cardiology and congenital heart disease.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) from an institution recognized by KMPDC.
- Master of Medicine (MMed) in Paediatrics and Child Health or equivalent qualification from an institution recognized by KMPDC.
- Sub-specialty training/certification in Paediatric Cardiology from an institution 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 with a valid Practice License from KMPDC.
- Valid Professional Indemnity Cover.
- Proficiency in computer applications.
- Compliance with Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply online through the Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital (KUTRRH) recruitment portal at https://recruitment.kutrrh.go.ke. Applications must be submitted by May 1, 2026.
