***Due to the urgency to fill this role, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Kindly note that the position might be filled before the vacancy announcement is closed; therefore, early applications are encouraged.***

***This role will be contingent upon securing available funds, and we might use this vacancy to fill more than one post.***

The Opportunity – Medical Doctor (National-Consultancy).

Post location: Gaza Field Office – Deir al Balah – Subject to change depending on SC priorities

Contract Duration and Level of Effort: 3 months to be renewed

ROLE PURPOSE:

The Medical Doctor is responsible for the provision of lifesaving care for all patient in the Save the Children Primary Health Care center (PHCC), through consultations, referral, follow-up as per Ministry of Health (MoH), WHO and Save the Children Protocols. WHO. He/she will support with the oversight and management of primary healthcare center. This role involves diagnosing and treating a wide range of medical conditions, promoting preventive health measures, and supporting patients in managing chronic illnesses in addition to managing emergency cases.

SCOPE OF ROLE:

Reports to: Health Officer

Staff reporting to this post: None.

Role Dimensions: oPt CO is a high complexity country, multi-member interest, with an annual budget of around $40+m, and 100+ staff. Currently the program is experiencing a growth in funding and complexity due to the war in Gaza.

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

• Clinical Activities
• Obtain patient histories and conduct thorough medical assessments
• Perform routine physical exams and health screenings.
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic illnesses
• Prescribe medications and treatments in line with the agreed Ministry of Health and WHO protocols.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
• Provide clinical care to patients in line with best practices and MOH/WHO guidelines.
• Provides emergency care, stabilization and refer patients to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed
• Ensure proper recording of referral of patients and follow up
• Provide counseling on diet, hygiene, and preventive healthcare.
• Ensures all consultations with patients are in a dignified, confidential and appropriate manner in keeping with the standards and principles of care.
• Monitors the rational distribution and management of medicines and equipment
• Ensures Infection Prevention and Control standards are adhered at all time during patient consultations and clinical care.
• Immediately report to the Health officer for any communicable disease to be reported at MOH/Health Cluster level and coordinate to provide accurate data for the case investigation.
• Manages and report all adverse reactions experienced in the PHC facility.
• Provides psychological first aid to patients and family members.
• In coordination with medical team ensure effective implementation of triage, nutrition screening and train others where needed.
• Ensure accurate data collection tools are available
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and reporting of medical data in the required registers and in accordance with agreed tools and following to the case definition

General Activities

• Participate in health need assessments and site selection for health program if needed
• Engages and collaborate closely with SCs nutrition teams and CP /EiE teams within the primary health center
• Participates in training to improve clinical performance
• Be prepared to host visits and represent Save the Children.
• Works as per allocated shift hours
• Comply with SCI policies and practice with respect to child protection, code of conduct, health and safety, equal opportunities and other relevant policies and procedures.
• Be flexible to take other roles when required by the line manager.
  In order to be successful, you will bring/have:

  QUALIFICATIONS

• Registered Medical Doctor qualified from the recognized institution and licensed to practice medicine in Gaza

  EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

  Essential

• At least 5+ years of experience in primary health care and general practice.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team and demonstrate flexibility, motivation, and maturity
• Ability to work under pressure of workload and emergency setting
• Ability to work within a tight timeframe,
• Willingness to travel extensively in the field.
• Speak and understand local languages

  Desirable

• Work experience in humanitarian emergencies
• Work experience in an (International) Non–Governmental Organization ((I)NGO)
• Fluency in English
• Good knowledge of quality standards and quality controls related to medical practice.

  Additional job responsibilities

• The duties and responsibilities as set out above are not exhaustive and the role holder may be required to carry out additional duties within reasonableness of their level of skills and experience.
• We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse
• We offer a competitive package in the context of the sector.