Medical Doctor

Job Summary

·       Conducts daily ward rounds for patient observation and review and ensures case notes transfers referrals and discharges are documented to maintain accurate clinical records.

·       Conducts regular clinics to provide timely medical assessment and treatment services.

·       Monitors patients' progress regularly to evaluate treatment outcomes and clinical improvement.

·       Manages emergency cases when required to provide timely medical care.

·       Performs emergency surgical procedures during assigned duties to ensure appropriate emergency management.

·       Supports and counsels patients and relatives on health management to promote understanding and adherence to treatment plans.

·       Coordinates the availability of support services during patient treatment particularly for referrals to ensure continuity of care.

·       Liaises with consultants on specialized cases to support appropriate clinical decision-making.

·       Supports clinical activities prepares timely medical reports and participates in audits mortality reviews presentations rounds and teaching sessions to improve clinical service quality.

·       Follows routine duty rosters established by the Medical Director or Clinical Director to ensure adequate clinical coverage.

·       Shares clinical knowledge by teaching Nurses and Midwives specific service techniques to strengthen healthcare competencies.

·       Supervises and appraises staff and identifies training and development needs to enhance professional performance.

·       Supports standard-based management clinical audits and infection prevention activities to ensure compliance with quality standards.

·       Provides teaching and clinical support to Community Midwifery students to strengthen practical learning and clinical skills.

·       Supports clinical governance and quality assurance activities to improve patient care standards.

·       Provides clinical support to other clinical Departments as required to ensure continuity of healthcare services.

·       Performs other duties assigned by the Head of Department or Medical Director or Clinical Director to support departmental objectives.

·       Supports infection prevention activities within the hospital and assigned clinical areas to ensure compliance with infection prevention standards.

·       Maintains accurate patient registration records and collects complete patient information to ensure reliable clinical documentation.

·       Participates in Performance-Based Financing activities at assigned Health Facilities to ensure compliance with program requirements.

·       Monitors quality management and quality control indicators and supports staff to improve service quality and performance.

·       Tracks non-Performance-Based Financing indicators in coordination with relevant staff to support performance monitoring.

·       Participates as an active member of committees responsible for analysing Performance-Based Financing program activities to support continuous improvement.

·       Contributes to monthly achievement of Performance-Based Financing indicators at the Health Centre through assigned clinical and quality improvement activities.

·       Manages Performance-Based Financing and other program indicators at the Health Centre to ensure accurate monitoring and reporting.

·       Provides quality health services and maintains accurate patient registration data collection and timely reporting in accordance with institutional standards.

·       Performs any other tasks as assigned by the Line Manager.

Job Requirements

Education:

·      Medical Doctor

 

Work Experience

 

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, preferably within healthcare systems or large service organizations.
• Previous working experience in EPHS-BPHS Project is an added advantage.

Skills:

·      Clear verbal and written communication in local languages and English, active listening and   presentation skills.

·      Able to work independently and can take initiative.

·      Knowledge of EPHS-BPHS Health Service policies.

·      Teamwork, cross-cultural sensitivity and conflict resolution.

·      Decision-making, staff supervision, mentoring and strategic thinking.

·      Adaptability, problem-solving, stress management, flexibility and learning agility.

• Accountability, time management and attention to detail.

LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY:

·       Medical Doctor

·       Budget: HER

·       Direct Reports: Head of Clinic