Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an international humanitarian medical aid organization working in more than 70 countries worldwide. Médecins Sans Frontières is neutral, impartial, independent, and not linked to any political party or governmental body. Our teams provide emergency medical assistance to people in need, irrespective of their nationality, race or religion.In 1999 MSF was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize as recognition for its medical work in several continents.

Position:Medical Doctor

No. of position: 2

Location of Job: New Delhi – Jahangir Puri (North District)

Duration: 12 months (renewable)

Start Date:ASAP

Salary Package:INR 62,558/- (per month) including Medical Market Adjustment Allowance

Closing date:29March 2015

Objectives:

  • Provide quality clinical care to victims of sexual and gender based violence presenting at the MSF Clinic including:

- Medical examination and history taking, including (forensic) detection and medical reporting of sexual violence cases for legal purposes when required

- Appropriate treatment following protocols,

- Accurate documentation of the results of medical examination and injuries sustained

- STI prevention and treatment

- HIV risk assessment and Counselling

- PEP initiation and management, Emergency contraception, pregnancy care and termination of pregnancy referrals

- Medical care of minor injuries (fracture, lacerations, burns etc.)

- Emergency medical care / stabilisation for seriously injured patients

  • Facilitate safe and proper referral to an appropriate structure and follow up of complicated cases
  • Ensure confidentiality and correct handling of all documents related to patients
  • Ensure psychological support (emotional support) throughout consultation
  • Oversee clinical activities in the clinic site and ensure the quality and confidentiality of the services provided
  • Participate in monitoring and evaluation of MSF activities in MSF SGBV clinic/program
  • Participate in team meetings as required

Key Requirements:
Qualifications

  • MBBS degree with full & valid registration from Medical council of India or state medical councils

Work experience

  • at least 1 year of work experience as a medical practitioner
  • Desirable experience in obstetric & paediatrics

Specific skills

  • Respect confidentiality, dignity and intimacy of patients.
  • Work in collaboration with colleagues, respecting each other’s’ professional competence
  • Ability to organize and prioritize workload & taking initiative when appropriate
  • Good spoken & written English; good spoken and written hindi
  • Able to integrate into a multi-cultural team and cooperate with co-workers
  • Ability to cope with stress

Desirable skills

  • Good knowledge of MoH policies and general system of health management

To apply for any of the above positions:
Please clearly state which position you are applying for and send CV with cover letter (with subject: application your name) by e-mail to:

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