- Deliver primary healthcare services, including trauma care, reproductive health, and treatment of general ailments, as per BPHS and MoPH guidelines.
- Conduct patient consultations, diagnoses, treatments, and referrals, ensuring quality care and adherence to standard protocols.
- Provide prescriptions and educate patients on dosage, usage, and potential side effects of medications.
- Maintain proper medical records, ensure accurate data entry in HMIS tools, and analyze/report health trends regularly.
Facility Management & Leadership
- Oversee daily SHC operations including supervision, planning OPD sessions, and addressing administrative matters.
- Lead and coordinate the activities of SHC staff: midwives, psychosocial counselors, CHNW, and vaccinators.
- Ensure timely procurement, distribution, and management of medical supplies, equipment, and documentation tools.
- Ensure infection prevention and healthcare waste management standards are met and practiced.
Capacity Building & Supervision
- Monitor and provide technical support to SHC staff to ensure healthcare services align with national and organizational standards.
- Regularly supervise and evaluate staff performance, providing constructive feedback and mentoring.
Community Engagement & Outreach
- Actively participate in community-based activities, awareness-raising sessions, and local health committee (CDC) meetings.
- Maintain strong communication and coordination with community health workers and local elders.
- Identify community-level issues affecting service delivery and report them promptly for action.
Monitoring, Reporting & Coordination
- Ensure accurate and timely reporting of all SHC activities and services.
- Lead monthly coordination and review meetings within the facility and with health posts.
- Work closely with the Project Supervisor and Sub-office to ensure the smooth functioning of SHC operations and logistics.
Education:
- Medical Degree (MD) from a recognized medical university, with an official exit exam score.
Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant clinical experience in BPHS health facilities or similar contexts.
- Experience in health facility management, staff supervision, and community-based healthcare delivery preferred.
- Strong background in public outreach, counseling, and coordination with local stakeholders.
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong command of Pashto and Dari (spoken and written).
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in multi-ethnic teams and under challenging field conditions.
- Familiarity with local culture, geography, and the healthcare landscape in Zabul Province.
Sound knowledge of national treatment guidelines and reporting tools (HMIS).
Interested and qualified national candidates should submit a cover letter explaining their motivation and updated CV to the following:
https://jobs.af/jobs/medical-doctor-44rJ7OxpU
The closing date for accepting applications is 25 June 2025.
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