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

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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