Medical Doctor SC (White Nile Khuralwaral) – MTI
Job Description
| Organization | Medical Teams International |
| Work Station | White Nile Khuralwaral |
| Report to | Senior Nutrition Officer |
| Deadline | 14/11/2023 |
Summary
The purpose of the Medical Doctor, Stabilization Centre (SC) is to assist in the direct implementation of nutrition interventions in Khor Al Woral with a focus on the nutrition Stabilization Centre. This includes the provision of supervision and training to SC- Nurses and other clinic staff to allow them to implement the activities. He/she will also support other medical assistant/medical doctors in the PHC. In the SC ensuring quality and adequate clinical management of malnourished children with medical complications according to the national and international standards.
Accountabilities
Technical Support and management
- Provide technical supervision and clinical support to staff based in the Khor Al Woral stabilization center facility. The facility provides inpatient care for malnourished children suffering from additional medical complications.
- He/she will ensure:
- The daily clinical examination of all patients in the SC to ensure correct and timely implementation of the protocols in the SC.
- The prescription of treatment and follow-up of complicated cases
- The follow-up of prescribed medical treatment, adapting and modifying according to the needs
- Register every new finding, and treatment procedure performed or prescribed, concisely on the patient’s file.
- Transfer patients to referral hospital facilities when needed
- Provide training (formal and on-job training) to the staff in the SC and other Nutrition clinics.[JO1]
Safeguarding
- Ensure the Safeguarding of program participants and employees through promoting an environment of awareness and upholding the code of conduct provisions of Medical Teams’ Protection from Sexual Exploitation and abuse, Child and vulnerable Adult Protection, and harassment-free workplace policies.
Requirements
Education, Licenses, & Certifications
Medical Doctor by qualification.
Experience
- 2 years of professional experience after the qualification including Pediatric experience.
- Stabilization center experience at minimum 1 year and with INGOS- desire
- Experience at PHC, particularly in Nutrition is desired.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge
Extensive knowledge of nutrition principles and management of acute malnutrition
Skills
- Fluent in Arabic and local language and English desired.
- Planning and organizational skills
- Mentoring skills
- Attentive to detail and problem solving
Abilities
- Keen desire to build capacity of staff.
- Ability to be flexible and manage stress,
- Ability to work with minimal supervision, and a team player
- Ability to maintain detailed records with high accuracy.
- Ability to adhere to the MTI Code of Conduct
Physical Conditions
- This position requires work at health facilities located in remote areas with very basic living conditions.
- NOTE: The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by staff assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of staff in this position.
- Duties, responsibilities, and skills are also subject to change based on the changing needs of the job, department, or organization.
- The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by Medical Teams International as the requirements of the job change.
About Medical Teams International
Medical Teams International provides life-saving medical care for people in crisis, such as survivors of natural disasters and refugees. Daring to love like Jesus, we care for all people – regardless of religion, nationality, sex or race.
Our Mission: To demonstrate the love of Christ to people affected by disaster, conflict and poverty around the world. We are a Christian global health organization that empowers communities to live full and healthy lives.
Headquarters:
Oregon
Oregon is a state in the Pacific Northwest region of the Western United States. The Columbia River delineates much of Oregon’s northern boundary with Washington, while the Snake River delineates much of its eastern boundary with Idaho. The 42° north parallel delineates the southern boundary with California and Nevada.
Colleges and Universities: Oregon State University
How to Apply:
- All interested applicants who meet the criteria should email their application letter and CV to HAC and the Labor Office.
- Indicate your expected salary and notice period at the bottom of your CV.
- Indicate clearly the position applied for in the subject line “Medical Doctor-SC”.
- Application Deadline: 14th November 2023
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