Pediatric Plastic Surgery Consultant (SKMC)

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Excellence: Lead and supervise the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care, effectively diagnosing, managing, and treating all patients within the post holder's specialty.

• Patient Care: Conduct patient examinations, take detailed medical histories, order and interpret diagnostic tests, prescribe medications and therapies, and develop comprehensive treatment plans. This includes leading ward rounds and managing both inpatient and outpatient cases.

• Supervision and Training: Oversee the clinical activities of junior medical staff (specialists, GP’s and Residents), and actively participate in their instruction, guidance, and supervision.

• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Liaise with other medical specialties and support services and participate in multi-disciplinary meetings to ensure holistic patient care.

• On-Call Coverage: Participate in and ensure the provision of out-of-hours (on-call) coverage on a rotational basis, including evenings, nights, weekends, and public holidays.

• Documentation and Compliance: Accurately and clearly document all relevant clinical information in a timely fashion. Comply with all hospital, departmental, and DOH policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, including infection control and patient safety standards.

• Quality Improvement: Participate in clinical audits, performance management systems (including peer review), and proactive risk management to foster continuous improvement in patient outcomes.

• Communication: Communicate clinical information to patients and their families in a timely and compassionate manner, ensuring informed consent is obtained for procedures.