Pediatrician - National Position

• Conduct pediatric consultations including physical exams, developmental assessments, diagnosis, treatment, and referrals for infants, children, and adolescents
• Provide preventive care by administering vaccines, ensuring immunization schedules are followed, and raising awareness about hygiene and nutrition
• Manage acute and chronic pediatric conditions, such as infections, asthma, diabetes, seizures, congenital disorders, and minor injuries
• Identify and monitor developmental or behavioral issues, offering early interventions and family guidance
• Deliver emergency care including Basic Life Support (BLS), and stabilize cases before referral when necessary
• Maintain accurate patient records, track daily data, submit reports, and ensure adherence to rational drug use protocols
• Collaborate with clinic staff in training, operational support, and service coordination while adhering to ethical and humanitarian principles

• Degree in medicine and general surgery
• Valid medical license from the Ministry of Health
• Board-certified in Pediatrics with at least 5 years of clinical experience
• Skilled in newborn, child, and adolescent care across a range of acute and chronic conditions
• Strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills, including emergency pediatric care and vaccination
• Effective communicator with the ability to counsel families and work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams
• Proficient in Arabic and English, both written and verbal
   

• Start Date: As soon as possible
• Duty Station: Gaza City
• Duration of contract: until 31.12.2025 (with possibility of extension upon further project funding) 
• Salary: Based on experience and qualifications, in accordance with MI’s salary scale
• Other Benefits: Transportation and risk allowance 
• Note: This position is contingent on stable security. Malteser International reserves the right to suspend or cancel the recruitment process should implementation not be feasible.

Malteser is an equalopportunityemployer and welcomesapplicationsfrom all people, regardless ofgender, confessionororigin.

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