MSF Switzerland Clinical Officer Job in Dagahaley, Daadab Refugee Camp Kenya

Medecins Sans Frontieres – Switzerland Dagahaley, Daadab Refugee Camp Kenya Programme

Clinical Officer

MSF Switzerland (MSFCH) is a humanitarian medical organization providing emergency medical aid to populations in need.

At present, MSFCH operates in three programmes locations in Kenya, Somalia and Sudan.

Location: Dagahaley, Dadaab Refugee Camp

Main Tasks:

The MSF RCO will be primarily responsible for direct patient care, either in IPD or OPD, treatment and follow-up of patients and/or a population in accordance with doctors’ prescriptions, MSF protocols, respect of universal hygiene standards and context.

Ensure good practices among the medical/nursing team.

Duties will include both hospital and health post responsibilities.

Other responsibilities will include but not limited to:

·       Clinical rounds in the ward and health posts as assigned by the Medical Director.

·       To carry out the OPD clinics according to needs.

·       To cover emergency room as practitioner responsible.

·       To perform either day or night duties according with the roster.

·       Follow and supervision of the implemented protocols and systems.

·       Ensure the correct documentation is filled and followed.

·       Assist with care when there is need.

·       Ensure proper handover among colleagues.

·       To assist and participate in continual medical education facilitated by MSF Staff.

Requirements:

Education: Clinical Officer degree/diploma/certificate recognized by National Authorities

Experience: Minimum of 2 years experience as a Clinical Officer and it is preferred experience with NGO will be an added advantage. Excellent command of English both written and spoken English. Somali speaking an advantage

Personal qualities:

·       Clinical skills, rigour, precision, flexibility, ability to work with multidisciplinary and multi-cultural people.

·       Willingness to learn, develop capacities and take responsibilities.

All applicants should send a detailed CV and letter of motivation to:

Field Administrator
MSF Switzerland, Kenya Mission
P.O.Box 25091,00603
Lavington, Nairobi

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Application deadline: Wednesday, 10 August 2011

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