Posted on: Tue 28-11-2023

Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) is an international, private, non-governmental, non-profit humanitarian organization. Our organization offers assistance to populations in distress, to victims of natural or man-made disasters, to victims of armed conflict, without discrimination irrespective of race, religion, creed or political affiliation. We have been working in Nigeria since February 1996

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Medical Doctor

Location: Gummi, Zamfara

Employment Type: Contract

Job Type: Definite (4 months)

Main Objective and Responsibility of the Position

• Provide outpatient and/or inpatient medical care to patients/beneficiaries according to adapted and updated medical knowledge, MSF protocols, values and universal hygiene standards to improve the patients/beneficiaries health conditions.

Accountabilities

• Apply medical knowledge and skills to diagnose and treat patients. Carry out outpatient and inpatient consultations, prescribing the necessary treatment respecting MSF protocols. Engage in prevention activities.
• Keep the patient and/or his/her family informed about the illness and provide appropriate explanations about the patient treatment and follow-ups after discharge.
• Follow the evolution of the hospitalized patients, through daily visits, consultations and examinations, prescribing the necessary treatment according to MSF protocols, deciding whether they can be discharged or transferred to other departments (in collaboration with other doctors and informing their family about the patient’s evolution).
• Monitor the rational use of medicines and equipment under his/her responsibility and take care of the quality, disinfection and sterilization of the medical material. Ensure general compliance with standing hygiene standards.
• Participate in the collection and analysis of epidemiological data, checking its validity and informing the line manager or project coordinator about any problem or complication of the patient’s illness, medical error and monitor the proper functioning of the department, equipment or material.
• Ensure ongoing training of the medical/paramedical multidisciplinary team in order to optimize the quality of care.
• Ensure universal precautions are followed at all times, reducing biohazard risks and improving infection control.
• Ensure professional confidentiality is respected.
• Manage the team under his/her direct responsibility according to MSF HR policies and procedures, supervising their performance, organizing and scheduling shifts and rotations, directly participating in emergencies and on calls if necessary.

MSF Section/Context-Specific Accountabilities

• Conduct medical visits/medical consultations in the Triage, HDU, ITFC (transition, phase 1 & 2), IPD and isolation areas.
• Participate in medical meetings, ward rounds and all Mortality reviews.
• Regularly analyze patient files for completeness and check if treatments prescribed have been followed
• Correctly fill in forms such as laboratory request, blood transfusion, treatment form, etc.
• Always give feedback to the requester and the progress of the work to the line manager.
• Communicate the information to the appropriate person.
• Plan his/her weekly activities and submit to the supervisor.
• Adhere to defined tasks as outlined in weekly/monthly activities.
• Apply knowledge and skills to diagnose and treat patients.
• Objectively manage specific treatments: oxygen therapy, adrenaline treatments, use of the nebulizer, and react to their fluctuations.
• Apply knowledge and skills to diagnose and treat patients during consultations and ward rounds respecting MSF protocols.
• Conduct follow-up visits and adjust management according to the protocols and the patient's current clinical conditions or the results of laboratory examinations.
• Identify patients in need of referral and discuss with the line supervisor, ensure the referral papers are ready and completely filled before departure, ambulance contacted, and database updated as per the referral policy.
• Keep a close eye on what other members of the medical team are doing.
• Apply objectively knowledge and skills in the management of patients.
• Discuss with colleagues the challenges/errors discovered regarding the activities in each care unit (Triage, HDU, ITFC, General IPD & Isolation).
• Contribute, through his/her behavior to maintaining a calm working atmosphere and teamwork.
• Identify challenges related to daily activities, report and discuss ways forward with the line manager.
• Provide clear explanations of the illness and initial psychological support to patients and/or caregivers in need.
• Report medical incidents and participate in their management.
• Establish a link with the psychosocial team.
• Report ASAP all COC & PSA cases using the right, confidential and secure channel

Requirements (Qualifications / Experience / Knowledge)

To apply for this role applicants MUST meet the following criteria:

Education:

Registered Medical Doctor Diploma Desirable diploma in Tropical Medicine, Paediatric & Nutrition/SAM associated with complication.

Experience:

2 years’ experience minimum as a Medical Doctor or in clinical work. Desirable in tropical medicine, Public Health, paediatrics, infectious diseases, general practice.

Languages:

Mission language essential. Local language desirable.

Knowledge:

Essential computer literacy (word, excel)

Competencies:

People Management, Commitment, Flexibility, Results and quality orientation, and Teamwork

Application Closing Date

8th December 2023 (5:00 PM).

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should:

Click here to apply online

Or

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV, Cover letter, licenses and necessary credentials only to: gummi-[email protected] using "MEDICAL DOCTOR" as the subject of the mail.

Note

• Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
• Lastly, only one online application form should be submitted as multiple submissions will not be considered.
• The deadline for the position is 8th December 2023 (5:00 PM)
• Only shortlisted candidates would be contacted.
• No Transportation and Allowance will be provided during the recruitment process.
• MSF is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity within the organization

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