VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT – PEDIATRICIAN

Date: 22 June 2026

Kitengule Hospital invites applications from qualified, experienced, and dedicated medical professionals to fill the position of Pediatrician. We are seeking a compassionate and highly skilled specialist committed to providing exceptional healthcare services to infants, children, and adolescents while contributing to the continuous improvement of pediatric care within the hospital.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide range of pediatric medical conditions in both outpatient and inpatient settings.
• Providing comprehensive care for newborns, infants, children, and adolescents.
• Conducting pediatric consultations, assessments, and follow-up reviews.
• Managing pediatric emergencies and coordinating appropriate referrals when necessary.
• Utilizing laboratory, radiological, and other diagnostic services effectively to support patient care.
• Participating in ward rounds, multidisciplinary team discussions, and patient management meetings.
• Maintaining accurate, complete, and timely medical records and reports.
• Participating in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, and continuous medical education programs, and training, mentorship, and supervision of junior medical staff where applicable.
• Undertaking any other duties assigned by management in line with professional competence and hospital requirements.

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree from a recognized and accredited institution.
• Master’s Degree in Pediatrics and Child Health or an equivalent recognized specialist qualification.
• Valid registration with the Medical Council of Tanganyika (MCT) and have a current practicing license.
• A minimum of one (1) year of post-specialization clinical experience in pediatric practice; however, highly competent newly qualified specialists may also be considered.
• Sound clinical knowledge and experience in the diagnosis and management of pediatric conditions.
• Demonstrated commitment to patient safety, quality healthcare, and professional ethics.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic healthcare environment, and teamwork skills.
• Flexible and willing to work scheduled clinics, ward rounds, emergency calls, weekends, public holidays, and other service arrangements as required by the hospital.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and evidence-based medical practice.

Application Procedure

Qualified and interested candidates are invited to submit:

• A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV);
• Copies of academic and professional certificates;
• Copy of valid MCT registration and practicing license;
• Contact details of at least two professional referees.

Applications should be submitted via below email addresses to reach before 30 June 2026.

hr@pkitengule.com
info@pkitengule.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.