School Doctor

About the School

King’s College School, Panama is a British international school in Clayton, Panama City, Panama for students aged 2 to 18. The school offers a truly international learning environment where academic excellence is enriched by a vibrant and diverse community. Students and staff represent a wide range of nationalities, cultures, languages, and backgrounds, fostering global awareness, mutual respect, and cross-cultural understanding.

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 126 schools across 28 countries and 6 continents. The group serves over 95,000 students, utilizing proven educational practices to deliver a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

Responsibilities

• Conduct medical assessments and provide healthcare services to students as needed.
• Monitor and manage student health records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with regulations.
• Respond to medical emergencies and provide appropriate treatment or referrals.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures related to student health and safety.
• Advise school leadership on health-related matters, including communicable diseases and public health concerns.
• Collaborate with parents, guardians, and healthcare providers regarding student health needs.
• Conduct health screenings and preventive care programs.
• Support students with chronic medical conditions.
• Promote health education and wellness initiatives for students and staff.
• Ensure compliance with local healthcare regulations, safeguarding standards, and school health policies.

Requirements

• Medical Degree or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Experience in pediatrics, family medicine, or school-based healthcare preferred.
• Medical license in good standing.
• Current certification in Basic Life Support and/or Advanced Life Support.
• Knowledge of child development, safeguarding, and public health practices.

Skills

• Medical Expertise: Strong clinical knowledge and diagnostic skills in pediatric or family medicine.
• Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, staff, and healthcare professionals.
• Emergency Response Capability: Ability to assess and manage urgent medical situations calmly and effectively.
• Organizational Skills: Strong record-keeping, documentation, and case management abilities.
• Interpersonal Skills: Compassionate, approachable, and able to build trust with students and families.

Safeguarding

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff, volunteers, and third parties are expected to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.