Job Description

ob Description: Paediatric RegistrarPosition Title:

Paediatric Registrar

Reports To:

Consultant Paediatrician / Head of Paediatrics Department

Job Purpose:

The Paediatric Registrar provides medical care to infants, children, and adolescents under the supervision of consultant paediatricians. The role involves assessment, diagnosis, management, and follow-up of paediatric patients while contributing to clinical education, research, and continuous service improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Care

Provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care for neonates, infants, children, and adolescents. Conduct thorough assessments, formulate management plans, and ensure timely interventions. Participate in ward rounds, clinics, and emergency calls. Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment accordingly. Ensure safe handover of patients between shifts.

Emergency & Acute Care

Respond promptly to paediatric emergencies, including neonatal resuscitation and acute paediatric conditions. Assist in stabilization and transfer of critically ill patients when required.

Procedures

Perform paediatric procedures such as IV cannulation, lumbar puncture, blood sampling, and airway management under supervision. Support neonatal intensive care and special care baby units (SCBU).

Teamwork & Communication

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including nurses, allied health professionals, and other specialists. Communicate effectively with patients' families, providing support and clear explanations of treatment plans.

Education & Training

Participate in teaching and supervision of junior doctors, interns, and medical students. Attend departmental teaching sessions, journal clubs, and case discussions.

Research & Audit

Contribute to departmental audits, quality improvement initiatives, and clinical research projects.

Professional Development & Governance

Maintain professional registration and adhere to medical ethics and hospital policies. Participate in continuing medical education (CME) and mandatory training. Ensure compliance with infection control, safeguarding, and child protection guidelines.

Qualifications & Requirements:

MBBS or equivalent medical degree. Postgraduate training in Paediatrics (DCH, MD, MRCPCH, or equivalent desirable). Current medical registration with relevant medical council. Experience in general paediatrics, neonatology, and emergency care. Strong clinical decision-making and problem-solving skills. Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.

Work Conditions:

Rotational shifts including nights, weekends, and on-call duties. Based in paediatric wards, neonatal units, and outpatient clinics.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹23.27 - ?28.02 per hour

Work Location: In person