Afar_Berhale
Medical Teams International
Medical Teams International Calling:  Daring to love like Jesus, we boldly break barriers to health and restore wholeness in a hurting world.  JOB SUMMARY To provide quality health care services as a part of a Mobile Health and Nutrition Team (MHNT) for vulnerable Internally displaced people and host community in Afar Region, Ethiopia. JOB RESPONSIBITIES1.      Medical / Technical Responsible for providing Sexual Reproductive Health services including antenatal care, postnatal care, safe deliveries, treatment for STIs, case management of rape, and family planning Follow infection, prevention, and control protocols through maintaining good hand hygiene and appropriately using personal protective equipment Prescribe medications based on guidelines and instruct patients on correct usage Provide appropriate referrals to the relevant referral sites in a timely fashion without delays Monitor availability of medications and medical supplies and alert the MHNT Team Lead in-charge for any gaps or low stock levels Assess and support women in the Infant and Young Child feeding in coordination with the nutrition team Counsel and support women in re-lactation and other breastfeeding activities in coordination with the nutrition team Keep and maintain records of all SRH services as required by the MOH and WHO Support women in caring for their children after birth, especially those experiencing stress Liaise with health and hygiene promotion team in relation to health messages and reporting from the community 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 & Abuse, Child & Vulnerable Adult protection, and harassment-free workplace policies. Support the Medical Doctor with reporting and other duties as needed 2.      Quality Management Aiming to achieve the highest quality programming possible within the challenging context of North Gonder, Ethiopia Maintain a clean and orderly work area that ensures privacy and comfort for the patients Ensure all patients are treated based on the Guidelines of the Ministry of Health Ensure rational use of drugs such that only those essential for treatment are prescribed. Do not overprescribe. Ensure patient confidentiality – patient information, medical histories, and issues should be kept confidential and private. Do not discuss with others outside of the need for additional medical care or referrals Provide compassionate and respectful care to all patients who present to the clinic Support other staff and colleagues to maintain good infection control practices to prevent spread of illnesses within the clinic and among the staff 3.      Additional activities Support other areas of the clinic as requested or needed to ensure efficiency and quality of care to all Maintain a clean and safe working environment, disposing of waste and sharps appropriately Support 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 & Abuse, Child & Vulnerable Adult protection, and harassment-free workplace policies. PHYSICAL CONDITIONS This position requires frequent travel to 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. This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned; 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.Department:  Medical Team: Program TeamsReports to (position): Health and Nutrition Manager Location(s): Afar_Berhale Work Days & Hours: Monday-Saturday, 40-48 hours/week, occasional weekends and public holidaysTravel: Regular travel to field officesIf Manager of Staff, Positions Supervised:(directly & indirectly) TBD