Medical Doctor (Re Announced)

Position Title: Medical Doctor (Re Announced)

2024-12-01 Baghlan Full Time 2

Job Location:	Baghlan
Nationality:	Afghan
Category:	Health Care
Employment Type:	Full Time
Salary:	As per MSIA salary scale
Vacancy Number:	MSIA-267-2024
No. Of Jobs:	1
City:	Baghlan

Organization:	MSI Reproductive Choices Afghanistan (MSIA)
Years of Experience:	3-5 years, preferably with Health Providing National or International NGOs. Practical work experience in Ultrasound.
Contract Duration:	Fixed term - one year - 3 months probationary
Gender:	Female
Education:	MD Degree
Close date:	2024-12-01

About MSI Reproductive Choices Afghanistan (MSIA):

MSI Reproductive Choices Afghanistan (MSIA) is a branch of MSI, a global, non-profit, and non-governmental organization headquartered in London, UK, and was established in August 2002 after registration with the Government of Afghanistan. MSIA follows the local mission statement of MSI: Improve Afghan women’s health and well-being so that they can, in turn, build strong, healthy families. Our vision is to be the organization that Afghan women seek out for high-quality, client-centered health care provided by women, for women.

We focus on reducing maternal mortality by providing quality and sustainable maternal-child health (MCH) and reproductive health (RH) services and information in 17 provinces of Afghanistan, namely Kabul, Balkh, Herat, Jawzjan Faryab, Nangarhar, Helmand, Kandahar, Baghlan, Kunduz, Badakhshan, Takhar, Samangan, Kapisa, Khost, Paktia, and Daikundi, in coordination with the Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) of Afghanistan.

MSIA strives to enhance women's health outcomes in the aforementioned provinces by delivering vital reproductive and maternal-child health services through multiple channels such as centers, outreaches, the private sector, and MS Ladies (Family Health Houses).

Job Descriptions:

Conducting morning meetings with all staff
Lead monthly staff meetings as per the agenda, draft minutes and follow the action plan for implementation
Assist in the management of all resources, which are in use of health facility (human resources, equipment, medicine, fee, etc)
Perform Ultrasound examination of the clients
Maintain Ultrasound machine against sunlight, electric shocks, and other harm
Provision of correct examination of the clients (patients) and provide the necessary advice
Prescribe medicine according to right diagnosis and necessity of the client
Explaining the treatment plan to the patient and allowing sufficient time for clients to ask questions
Write up necessary and required information on client cards and ensure important information is not missing
Conduct monthly clinical record audits and report to Health Support and Research Team in Support Office
Ensure all staff adhere to infection prevention policies across the health facility
Adhere to all infection prevention policies throughout service provision
Participate in all kinds of training nominated by the Health Support and Research Team
Conduct training if the provider is trained as a clinical trainer
Provide on the job training and supportive supervision for level 2 providers
Keep record of training received and training provided in their training logbook
Conduct competency assessment of other providers
Maintain a good relationship with the community
Ensure the MEM kit is complete, MEM drugs are up to date and MEM equipment is functioning well and fully ready for emergency
Ensure pharmacy follows FEFO policy and stock cards are kept as per MSI policy
Be well prepared to manage an emergency event, have the stepwise knowledge to refer clients to a third facility
Obtain and complete client consent form before performing the procedure as per each service guideline
Ensure all incident reporting format is available in hard and soft copy and provider understand risk rating for clinical and product-related incident
Maintain proper referral system when required
Provision of MSI FP services as per the guideline and job aids
Provision of Client centered counseling as per the REDI framework/ usage of WHO wheel chart and MSI flip chart during counseling
Follow up on internal audit/ incident/ client feedback/staff meeting/ supervision and another related action plan for implementation and completion
Be encouraged to increase model areas in quality clinical governance and services
Ensure all key clinical staff are immunized against HBS and HBS register is maintained and tracked up to date
Make sure the gender of the babies is not revealed in the ultrasound result
Perform any other required project-related tasks

Other side responsibilities:

Managing all emergency medical situations according to MSI-A and MoPH standards
Monitor and administer the arrival and departure of MSI-A Staff and clients in the clinic
Monitor the payment of fees and keep an accurate record of client information and income with a daily summary along with click operator
Assist in the efficient flow of clients through the clinic
Provide information and consultation on Family Planning for any patient comes to the health center
Treat all clients with respect, provide privacy, and maintain confidentiality
Assisting clients to make a decision by helping to think through the choices.
Understanding and respecting clients' rights
Being brief, doing first things first, using simple words, and repeating the most important information during counseling
Encouraging clients to ask questions, and share concerns
Ensure that the whole clinic team is kept fully informed of relevant developments
Represent the clinic team (and where appropriate, the Country Director and the undersigned at internal and external meetings and tactical planning
Ensuring aseptic measures infection prevention within the clinic
Arranging meetings with CBD and mobile clinics
Ensure MSI-A and MoPH standards rules are followed
Avoid tribal, gender, religious, and Nationality discrimination.

Job Requirements:

Qualifications:

GYNE and Ultrasound specialist
The applicant must have passed the exit exam.
Demonstrated understanding of Afghanistan's health system context and medical market (or similar).
High level of written and oral communication skills in Dari and English, with a confident and professional manner.
Proven ability to effectively work across teams and with support teams outside Afghanistan

Experience:

3-5 years, preferably with Health Providing National or International NGOs
Practical work experience in Ultrasound

Skills:

Keen intellect with strong analytical skills
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing and to make effective public presentations.
Ability to work well with others in team environments
Must be able to satisfy the clients
Should be able to work in deadline-driven/results-orientated atmospheres
Strong people management skills
Strategic guidance and planning skills
Excellent organizational and multi-tasking capabilities.

Attitude / Values:

Committed to MSIA mission, vision, objective, goal
Friendly, team player
Self-motivated and results-focused.
Analytical and organized.
Honest, reliable, and maintains confidentiality

Submission Guidelines:

Interested and qualified candidates are requested to fill out the MSI-A application form by clicking the link below and send a copy of their updated CV (no educational or job certifications) by the closing date.

Please note that MSI-A does not charge applicants any recruitment fees. MSI-A is an equal-opportunity employer with a strong commitment to diversity at all levels. MSI-A has a strict non-discriminatory policy in its hiring and selection processes. All applicants will receive equal consideration, and applicants from all ethnic, racial, and economic backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Please be aware that only those candidates who have been shortlisted will be contacted.