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.
PROGRAM SUMMARY: In Jonglei State, International Medical Corps provides primary health care and emergency services at the Akobo County Hospital with support from ECHO, CHF, BPRM, MoH/WB/IMA; and at the Pochalla Primary Health Care Center (PHCC) with support from BPRM, the Hickey Foundation, Jersey Overseas Aid Commission and the MoH/WB/IMA.
Jonglei State in South Sudan has been affected by inter-communal fighting, particularly between the Nuer and Murle ethnic groups, in recent years. Approximately 120,000 people (UNMISS and OCHA updates on January 22nd 2012) were displaced during the 2011-12 fighting, with severe disruption of access to basic services (health, nutrition, shelter, WASH and education) in the affected counties. Fighting in August 2011 resulted in 700 deaths across the state.
International Medical Corps will provide surge capacity by deploying additional human resources to reinforce health services at the Akobo Hospital and Pochalla PHCC, to ensure consistent access to quality emergency health care for people affected by communal violence.
JOB SUMMARY The Medical Doctor will be based in Akobo, Jonglei State and will be mainly responsible to provide hands-on care in Akobo Hospital.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/SCOPE OF WORK:
Provide medical services according to Ministry of Health, Government of South Sudan accepted standards Collect and analyze medical service data to adjust project objectives/plan additional specialized responses (infection prevention/control, ACLS, rational drug use, improved nursing care, etc) in collaboration with Field Site Manager and other relevant staff Provide training and mentoring to national clinical staff Conduct daily rounds and case discussions to assist and supervise program staff Hire and supervise clinical staff Analyze training needs and institute training for staff members as required, with an emphasis on hands-on training Work with logistics to ensure regular and adequate drug and medical supplies in order to avoid stock outs Collaborate with recognized health authorities, health agencies, and other stakeholders to utilize standardized reporting practices and information sharing Represent and actively participate in relevant meetings Any other relevant duties as requested by Field Site Manager and/or Medical Director
QUALIFICATIONS
Medical Degree, preferably with a postgraduate degree in Internal Medicine or Emergency Medicine Minimum of five years of experience required, of which three should be in a hospital setting in a developing country or resource constrained environment Experience and skill in designing and leading trainings for both clinical and non-clinical staff Able to use and instruct on the use of emergency medical equipment/emergency medical procedures – chest tubes, intubation, defibrillation, ventilator, and similar. Knowledge and experience with ultrasound a plus. Experience treating trauma Experience with and/or training on management of mass-casualty incidents Previous NGO experience, with knowledge/experience in producing donor reports Excellent communications skills, both oral and written Self-motivated, and able to work with limited supervision Experience in effectively dealing with government officials, NGOs and local stakeholders Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently Extremely flexible, and able to cope with stressful situations and frustrations Ability to relate to and motivate local staff Creative and able to work with limited resources.
-English language required
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.
Medical Doctor- Akobo, South Sudan
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