World Food Programme Jobs in Nigeria
World Food Programme Medical Officer Jobs in Nigeria
ResponsibilitiesProvide evidenced based primary care to all eligible family and staff members as established by WFP Ethiopia Country Office;
Provide first-aid and advice to staff and their recognized dependents;
Perform diagnostic and laboratory tests such as: ECG and rapid laboratory (malaria RDT, urine dipstick, etc.);
Rotate/rove to duty stations where there are WFP sub offices to provide medical attention and reporting on the health status of staff and local (emergency) medical support options;
Administer outpatient treatments;
Assist in the follow-up of previously diagnosed chronic medical conditions for which treatment has already been started;
Provide early detection in mental health cases and arrange referral to appropriate specialists to facilitate proper treatment and follow up support;
Dispense medications properly, in line with international standards and reviewing instructions with patients;
Perform medication, injection, dressing, stitching, minor foreign body extraction as needed;
Initiate IV fluid therapy in case of dehydration or other medical conditions;
Consult with the Coordinating Doctor when a given presenting problem goes beyond scope of practice/experience
Participate in weekly peer review meetings with Head Doctor to review clinical cases;
Maintain an organized electronic medical record of patients supported by a regular backup;
Maintain strict confidentiality with regards to patient’s medical records, patient management and treatment;
Assist in coordinating and providing essential clinical information for medical evacuations to Coordinating Doctor or WFP
Doctors as needed;
Assist in providing medical support during evacuation and repatriation;
Advise evacuees on the requirements for evacuation and/or escorting patients if needed;
Document case findings in secured Electronic Medical Records;
Be available and on-call for consultation;
Determine patient disposition when necessary (e.g. continued observation and primary treatment, referral, medical evacuation or other);
Plan and implement health promotion and illness/injury prevention training campaigns for WFP employees in coordination with the WFP Wellness Division;
Facilitate referral to appropriate qualified specialist or to other qualified hospitals/private clinics, as required;
Ensure preparedness of staff travelling on missions or reassignments, including administration of appropriate vaccines, instructions on malaria prophylaxis and other travel-related ailments;
Qualifications
Education: First level university degree in medicine from an accredited/recognized institute, licensed university medical education program. License and registration to practice as a GP. Advanced university degree (Master’s level or above) in public health and/or health-related fields or Post graduate studies or specialized training in emergency response is desirable.
Experience: At least 5 years of clinical experience in Family Practice Medicine and/or Emergency Medicine. Having excellent clinical judgment and experience in health education and community/public health campaigns would be an added advantage.
Language: Fluency in both oral and written communication in English. Knowledge of the local language is added advantage.
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World Food Programme Medical Officer Jobs in Nigeria
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