Medical Officer- 2 Positions (White Nile) – MTI

Job Description

Organization	Medical Teams International
Work Station	White Nile -Dabat Bosin (1) & Aljamiya (1)
Report to	Clinic Lead
Deadline	14/11/2023

Summary

Responsible for performing consultations in OPD and IPD units in line with MoH protocol and clinical guidelines to diagnose, treat, and manage patients. Performs surgery within competency and controls the rational distribution of medicine to improve patients’ health conditions. Supports the clinic/Team Lead in monitoring service quality, drug supply, staff development, and reporting at the facility level.

Accountabilities

• Perform OPD/IPD ward rounds to assess patient condition, diagnose and prescribe treatment and/or 
• refer complicated cases in line with clinical guidelines and hygiene protocols.
•  Determine when IPD patients should be discharged or transferred, ensuring referrals are managed.
• efficiently to minimize complications
• Control the rational distribution of medicine and equipment; ensure sterilization and goods. 
• maintenance of medical equipment
• Keep the patient and family informed about the illness and provide appropriate explanations about the 
• Treatment to follow; verify understanding to ensure informed consent and adherence to treatment.
• Ensure data traceability by recording all medical activities on the patient’s card and in registration books, such that patient treatment is continuous. 
• Assist with and perform surgical interventions and clinical procedures within competency.
• Attend to emergency cases in the health facility.
• Participate in the recruitment of medical staff.
• Ensure general hygiene standards and universal precautions are always followed and implemented. 
• and monitor actions to reduce bio-hazard risks and improve infection control.
• Ensure ongoing training of the medical/paramedical multidisciplinary team in order to optimize the quality of care.
• Participate in the collection and analysis of epidemiological data, checking its validity and informing the 
• Medical Coordinator about any problem or complication of the patient’s illness, including medical error.
• Ensure that medical practices are conducted with the highest level of integrity and ethics according to professional and MTI Codes of Conduct
• Ensure direct reports have clear objectives, receive mentorship, and participate in capacity-building opportunities. 
•  Conduct performance evaluations and enforce disciplinary processes as per MTI policy.
• Ensure data collected is accurate and submit reports according to schedule.
• 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.
• Deputies the clinic lead
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education, Licenses, & Certifications

• A bachelor’s degree in medicine and surgery is required
• Registration with the Sudan Medical Practitioners Council

A valid practising license is required

Experience

• 3 years of work experience in a hospital practice relating to primary health care, maternal and child 
• health, reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, and communicable diseases is required
• 1 Year Experience working with international NGOs is an added advantage

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge

• Knowledge of primary health care, maternal and child health, reproductive health, HIV and AIDS and communicable diseases, surgery, pediatrics, obstetrics, and gynecology
• Knowledge of professional clinical medicine principles, procedures,, and techniques
• Knowledge of surgery methods and best practices
• Knowledge of medicines, hygiene management,, and IPC protocol

Skills

• Skilled in applying clinical medicine principles and procedures in the evaluation and treatment of  patients
• Skilled in performing surgery within competency
• Skilled in prescribing the correct medication
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• A good command of both written and spoken English

Abilities

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient information and adhere to professional code of conduct
• Ability to treat all patients and staff with respect, without prejudice
• Ability to provide high-quality, ethical, compassionate care that places the needs of the patient first
• Ability to maintain detailed records with high accuracy.
• Ability to be flexible and manage stress.
• Ability to support MTI Calling and 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 submit their application letter and CV to HAC and labor officer.
• Indicate your expected salary and notice period at the bottom of your CV.  
• Indicate clearly the position applied for in the subject line “Medical Officer”
• Application Deadline: 14th November 2023.

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