Job Description

Duration: 12 months (renewable/non-renewable)

Application-closing date: 02 May 2022

We offer:

• Salary Gross (INR): 129415 /- per month (non-negotiable)

• 18 days annual leave; 12 days paid leave as per specified list of holidays; Sick/Casual leave of 12 days as per calendar year (pro-rated based on hire date)

• 13th month salary benefit and accidental insurance cover for employee

• Contributions made for statutory benefit programs such as Provident Fund

• DWBI provides medical reimbursement for employees and their dependents as per DWBI’s health care policy

• A stimulating, professional environment in an international organization

Roles and Responsibilities of Specialized MD:

• Clinically evaluate and stabilise in-coming patients prior or during admission

• In in-coming and admitted patients, recognize and decide admission or further referral of patients depending on clinical condition and prognosis

• Conduct periodic clinical rounds and advise treatment / interventions according to DWBI protocols

• Manage advanced HIV and opportunistic infections with a particular focus on disseminated tuberculosis and other common OIs, severe acute malnutrition management, support decisions on ART switches based on Indian/WHO Guidelines.

• Provide and supervise other clinical interventions (Vital signs, IV lines, catheters, fluids, biological sampling etc.) within the scope of the inpatient unit and DWBI protocols

• Advise and contribute to standard operating procedures related to clinical care

• Resuscitate and / or guide resuscitation of patients if indicated

• Advise project medical management on medical supply needs for facility

• Capacity building for the ward team, including DWBI Medical Doctors and Nurses, in the management of inpatients with advanced HIV

• Support and training including bedside training the management of advanced HIV inpatient management:

- High Dependency/ICU level care including use of vasopressors and non-invasive ventilation (But not intubation or renal replacement therapy)

- Support management of paediatric advanced HIV admissions of all ages including with severe acute malnutrition.

• Support the ongoing development of the unit as a hub for good antimicrobial practice, management of antimicrobial resistance, palliative care and effective infection control

• Continue to advocate for a reduction in HIV-associated stigma among local staff and including supporting field coordinator interactions with local external actors

• Ensure all approved unit-specific or DWBI medical protocols are followed and implemented; develop a new SOP or protocol for any medical condition as and when needed

• Ensuring universal precautions are followed at all times and reducing bio-hazard risks and improving infection control • Ensure professional confidentiality is respected

• Work closely with other members of medical team staff (Nurses for triage and patient flow, Counselors, Health Promoter, Lab Technicians and Medical Data Processing Officer) to ensure quality medical care.

• Refer patients to appropriate facilities (imagery, TBDC, tertiary Hospital in Patna) for further investigations and treatment or special care based on indications set by DWBI Protocols; and follow up the evolution of referred cases by networking/collaborating with partner doctors.

• Ensure proper and careful use and check quality of biomedical equipment following the user manual and protocols and alert supervisor in case of malfunctioning.

• Participate in clinical as well as medical team meetings.

Education:

Essential: DNB (Diplomat of National Board of Examinations) in Medicine / internal medicine / infectious diseases with full & valid registration from Medical council of India or state medical councils

Desirable: MD (Doctor if Medicine) in Medicine / internal medicine / infectious diseases, with full & valid registration from Medical council of India or state medical councils

Experience:

Essential: Minimum 1 year of work experience in an in-patient facility treating advanced HIV, TB and/or MDRTB;

Desirable: Experience in treatment of visceral Leishmaniasis and conduct of tissue aspirates techniques for diagnosis

• Languages: Advance skills in English, spoken Hindi is desirable

• Knowledge: Essential computer literacy (word, excel)

• Competencies:

• People Management

• Commitment

• Flexibility

• Results

• Team work & behavior

This job description may be amended in line with the activities or evolution of the organization.

To apply for the above position:

Please clearly state which position you are applying for and send CV and letter of motivation (mandatory) to apply for this position (with phone number) no later than 02 May 2022 to patna-hrmanager@oca.msf.org

You can also send your application to: Office Address

Due to high volume of applicants, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Note: DWBI values diversity and is committed to create an inclusive working environment.

Eligibility Criteria

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Desired Candidate Profile

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Organization Details

• Organization Name:Doctors Without Borders India (DWBI)/ Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
• About Organization:We provide medical assistance to people affected by conflict, epidemics, disasters, or exclusion from healthcare. Our teams are made up of tens of thousands of health professionals, logistics and administrative staff – most of them hired locally. Our actions are guided by medical ethics and the principles of impartiality, independence and neutrality.
  
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