International Medical Corps Obstetrician/Gynecologist

International Medical Corps is a global, humanitarian, nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs.

Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses, International Medical Corps is a private, voluntary, nonpolitical, nonsectarian organization. Its mission is to improve the quality of life through health interventions and related activities that build local capacity in underserved communities worldwide. By offering training and health care to local populations and medical assistance to people at highest risk, and with the flexibility to respond rapidly to emergency situations, International Medical Corps rehabilitates devastated health care systems and helps bring them back to self-reliance.

JOB SUMMARY The primary responsibility of the OBGYN is to implement obstetrics and gynecology services in an emergency clinic/hospital setting. Services may include clinical, operative and inpatient ward services.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/SCOPE OF WORK:

• Implement OB/GYN services for emergency affected population according to internationally accepted standards and/or relevant Ministry of Health

• Utilize standardized data collection tools and train staff on accurate data collection

• Collect and analyze surgical service data to adjust project objectives/plan additional specialized responses (BEmOC/CeMOC, infection prevention/control, improved ANC/PNC care, etc) in collaboration with Medical Coordinator/Director and other relevant staff

• Work with auxiliary staff to start procedural training programs early (including midwives, nurses, CHWs, etc)

• Conduct daily rounds and case discussions to assist and supervise program staff

• Assist in hiring of necessary staff members

• Analyze training needs and institute training for staff members as required, with an emphasis on hands on training

• Work with Medical Director to implement standardized internal reporting

• Work with logistics to ensure regular and adequate drug and surgical supplies in order to avoid stock outs

• Collaborate with recognized health authorities, health agencies, donors and other stakeholders to utilize standardized reporting practices and information sharing

• Represent and actively participate in coordination meetings and other relevant meetings

• Any other relevant duties as requested by Medical Coordinator/Director/Team Leader

QUALIFICATIONS • Medical degree with at least 3 years experience after medical college graduation with a post graduate degree in OBGYN

• Previous NGO experience.

• Will have excellent communications skills, both oral and written.

• Experience in effectively dealing with international and headquarters staff, as well as donor agencies, government officials, and other NGOs; the ability to work with a broad spectrum of people.

• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently.

• Extremely flexible, and have the ability to cope with stressful situations and frustrations.

• Ability to relate to and motivate local staff effectively.

• Creativity and the ability to work with limited resources.

• Excellent decision making skills.

• Must work independently under difficult conditions. Excellent communication skills in both oral and written English; Arabic language a plus

How to apply:

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
To officially begin the application process, please visit our website athttp://careers.internationalmedicalcorps.org/careers.aspx and complete the online employment application form.