Pediatrician (Ft)

We are looking for a licensed
**Pediatrician **to examine and treat little patients and help prevent diseases and illness complications. The work of a physician can be both difficult and demanding and even more so when it comes to children. A pediatrician will have to conduct examinations by earning the trust and cooperation of the child.

**Responsibilities**:

- Conduct regular thorough examinations on newborns and young children to check and record their health and normal physical development
- Examine sick children to determine their condition and ask intuitive questions to gather information about symptoms
- Reach an informed diagnosis based on scientific knowledge and individual medical history
- Prescribe medications and give detailed instructions for administration
- Prescribe and interpret appropriate lab tests to gain more information for possible infections or abnormalities
- Prepare and administer vaccines according to the governmental vaccination plan
- Examine and treat injuries and refer the little patients to physicians of other disciplines when necessary (e.g. surgeons, ophthalmologists, orthopedists etc.)
- Advise parents on children’s diet, exercise and disease-preventive measures
- Keep updated records of patients’ illnesses, surgeries or other medical episodes (allergic shocks, injuries etc.)
- Keep abreast of advancements in pediatrics and best practices by attending seminars and conferences

**Requirements and skills**:

- Proven experience as a **pediatrician**:

- In-depth knowledge of children's epidemiology and infectious diseases
- Exquisite knowledge of diagnostic, treatment and rehabilitation principles and techniques
- Up-to-speed knowledge of drugs/medication appropriate for children and their side effects
- Familiarity with traditional and web-based prescription systems
- Active listener, patient and calm
- Outstanding diagnostic and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communications skills
- Medical Degree with specialization in pediatrics
- Valid license to practice medicine