Overview
As a clinician, the Migration Health Physician will assist in implementing health-care activities delivered to migrant’s beneficiaries and take part in health screening of vulnerable populations.
Key Responsibilities
- Reviewing client’s medical history and other medical information;
- Monitoring vital signs and enquiring about relevant symptoms;
- Conducting a thorough physical examination;
- Reviewing x-ray(s), laboratory reports and advising regarding additional investigations or referrals;
- Prescribing treatment regime per national standards;
- Providing information and counselling to the client or affected family members and organizing follow-up;
- Ensuring proper documentation of patient consultation;
- Assisting in facilitating referrals and transportation of critical cases;
- Acting as a medical escort for unwell patients;
- Assisting national staff and providing technical support;
- Informing the secondary referral centre about referred cases;
- Assisting in the maintenance of medical equipment;
- Undertaking regular duty travel and assisting in planning and completion of field activities;
- Supporting monitoring and evaluation activities including entering medical information into health databases;
- Submitting daily reports and necessary feedback to the supervisor;
- Liaising and coordinating with local government and health authorities and other stakeholders;
- Assisting the National Migration Health Officer with project monitoring and identifying priority health needs;
- Taking part in health awareness campaigns;
- Taking part in coordination meetings, workshops, training events and conferences;
- Performing other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Required Experience
- At least 2 years of clinical medical experience following completion of MD/MBBS.
- Previous experience in health-related programming, especially with UN agencies or INGOs.
- Knowledge of and at least 2 years of experience in working in the field within the public health sector and medical emergencies is an advantage.
- Previous experience in project development at an international organization is an advantage.
- Trauma management experience is an advantage.
Qualifications
- Completed university degree in Medicine from an accredited medical institution (MD/MBBS).
- Current license to practice medicine in the country.
