General

• Position: Paediatrician
• No of vacancies: 1
• Project: DR-TB project in Mumbai
• Duration: 1 year (renewable)
• Monthly Gross Salary: INR 111,882/- (non-negotiable)
• Location: Mumbai
• Expected Start Date: 1st January 2022
• Closing date: 28th November 2021, 10:00 PM IST
• Email to: msfocb-mumbai@brussels.msf.org

Background

Doctors Without Borders/ Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) is an international, independent, medical humanitarian organisation that delivers emergency aid to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, natural and man-made disasters and exclusion from healthcare in more than 70 countries. DWB offers assistance to people in need and irrespective of race, religion, gender or political affiliation. Doctors Without Borders has worked in India since 1999, providing free-of-charge essential healthcare to people in remote areas; treatment and care for people affected by HIV/AIDS, malnutrition; hepatitis C, tuberculosis, kala azar and sexual and gender-based violence; an important subject for our action is containing effect of antibiotic resistance. We also respond to natural disasters and other emergencies, provides mental healthcare and advocates for the development of more effective and affordable medicines to improve access to treatment everywhere. Doctors Without Borders was awarded the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development in 1996 and the Nobel Peace Prize in 1999. Doctor Without Borders India (DWBI) runs projects in the states of Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir, Jharkhand, Maharashtra, Manipur, and Telangana.

Doctors Without Borders India’s (DWBI) Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis (DRTB) project in MUMBAI

Free treatment, care and support to DR-TB patients

• The collaborative project within NTEP [National Tuberculosis Elimination Program] for DRTB – patient management at Shatabdi Hospital, Govandi – OPD, community outreach medical and patient support activities in M/East Ward area
• Medical, “Psychosocial Support” and “Infection Prevention and Control” in GTB Hospital, Sewri
• The independent clinic in Govandi to provide free and quality care to the most severe cases of DRTB

Task and Responsibilites

• Paediatrician is going to be part of the multidisciplinary team to provide medical care for DRTB pediatric and adolescent patients in all the sites of DWBI intervention, with a special focus required on small children DRTB patients.
• Note: New-borns care is not part of the DRTB intervention in the Mumbai project.
• Applying medical knowledge and skills to prevention, diagnosis and treatment of children, ensuring integrated newborn and paediatric care through Emergency, OPD, and IPD services in newborns and cases of malnutrition. Prescribing the necessary treatment, respecting DWBI protocols.
• Collaborating closely with the different members of the team, Knowing and ensuring all updated DWBI medical protocols and universal precautions are followed and implemented, reducing bio-hazard risks and improving infection control.
• As an expert in paediatrics, proposing strategies (modification on current newborn and paediatric care management) and implementing them after validation of Operation and Paediatric Advisor.
• Ensuring ongoing newborn and paediatric training (formal and bedside) of the medical/paramedical multidisciplinary team in order to optimize the newborn and paediatric quality of care. Reviewing and discussing selected complicated cases or mistakes and giving technical input.
• Keeping patients and their families informed of the illness and the treatment to follow, checking that they have been understood. Ensuring professional autonomy and confidentiality are respected and a good attitude and proper bedside manner towards the patient and their caretakers and the rest of the medical team.
• As an expert in paediatrics, lead and adjust the current medical strategy to further improve on preventive/diagnostic and treatment tools including contact tracing for better outcomes among the paediatric DRTB cohort and implementing them in all the sites of intervention after validation of Operation and Paediatric Advisor. especial emphasis to improve the diagnostic of DRTB in small children.
• Provide medical consultation for paediatric patients, especial emphasis in small children.
• Be part of the DR TB nodal centre Committees at MEW and MSF Clinic and ensure the quality of clinical decision making, develop tools for documentation of DRTB pediatric patients to facilitate case discussion and decision of treatment regimen by the nodal centre committee. Refer to Mission and SAMU Tech Ref for complicated questions.
• Develop a decentralised OPD model of care for paediatric DRTB patients focused in the PHCs, Shatabdi hospital and MSF clinic. Define referral system IPD for critical paediatric patients.
• Develop training modules about DRTB care for paediatric and adolescent patients and make a training plan for DWBI medical team and external partners if needed.
• Assess and make a plan of integration of DRTB paediatric care into Shatabdi hospital and PHCs in MEW.
• Collaborating closely with various OPD/IPD and outreach facilities to ensure MSF, as well as program Guideline implementation as well as IC measures, are followed and implemented.
• Visiting community/HP with outreach team for better understanding of community needs in paediatric DRTB cases as well as capacity building of the HCW at community /HP level.
• Ensuring effective contact tracing at a community level as well as with linking to the two OPD for further management of cases.
• Visiting IPD facilities where our cases would be admitted, collaborating with the treating doctors for joint management of such cases as well as to get updates on a regular basis of our hospitalized patients. Lay down the admission, transfer and discharge criteria of such cases. Fill in the Pharmacovigilance forms in case of Adverse drug reactions.
• Provide inputs and contribute to the revision and validation of the PS counselling tools for DRTB paediatric patients. along with MTR
• Sensitization and awareness sessions will be done for paediatricians and medical staff of Shatabdi hospital and PHCs.
• Develop undernutrition assessment among the DRTB paediatric patients together with the medical team and nutritionist. Contribute to implementing the tools to identify undernutrition, treatment plan and follow up.
• Be a backup in case there is a shortage of national doctors for seeing adult cases.
• Be part of the AMR stewardship committee and assess the quality of medical prescriptions every 6 months.
• Contribute and support the ORs related to DRTB paediatric.
• Represent MSF in general Paediatric discussion at a local or national level.
• To be flexible to rotate all interventions of the project

Requirements

Qualifications (Essential)

• MBBS degree + PG diploma or Degree in paediatric
• Valid registration from Medical Council of India or state medical councils

Experience

• Paediatrician with 3 years of experience working as pediatrician in the hospital.
• Desirable working experience with DWBI or other NGOs
• Desirable working experience in developing countries

Specific Skills

• Ability to organize and prioritize workload & take initiative when appropriate
• Able to integrate into a multi-cultural team and cooperate with co-workers
• Able to work independently as well as part of a team and ability to cope with stress.
• Good Punctuality and ability to act with responsibility
• Detail & process-oriented approach
• Analytical skills and ability to see the big picture.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines
• Demonstrates flexibility in taking up tasks outside of regular job responsibilities as required and aptitude for humanitarian medical work.
• Excellent computer skills (especially MS Office MS Word and MS Excel) & reporting skills.

Languages

• Mission working language essential (English)
• Local language desirable (Hindi, Marathi)

HR & Benefits (Non-negotiable)

• Monthly Gross Salary: INR 111,882/-
• Secondary Benefits as per policies on pro rata:
  • 13th Month Salary/ Festival Bonus
  • 18 Annual Leaves
  • 12 Casual Leaves
  • Other compassionate leaves
  • Medical Reimbursement including dependents
  • Personal Accidental Insurance including dependents

Application Procedure

To apply please email your CV and motivation letter with the subject Ref: Paediatriation (Specialized Medical Doctor), to:

msfocb-mumbai@brussels.msf.org

by 28th November 2021, 10:00 PM

ONLY SHORT-LISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED AND INVITED FOR AN INTERVIEW.

General

• Position: Registrar
• No of vacancies: 1
• Project: Patna Advance HIV
• Duration: 12 months (renewable)
• Monthly Gross Salary: INR 17,107/- (non-negotiable)
• Location: Patna
• Expected Start Date: ASAP
• Closing date: 24 November 2021
• Email to: patna-hrmanager@oca.msf.org

Background

Doctors Without Borders India (DWBI) aims to provide medical assistance without any kind of discrimination including offering medical assistance during natural and manmade disasters through the establishment of healthcare centres, implementing medical programs for critical illnesses on its own or with partners, working for creating medical awareness and capacity building and carry out/sponsor research to provide strategic input on relevant medical treatment options in India.

Purpose of Post

Ensure registration and admission of patients visiting MSF health facilities and prepare the patient for his/her consultation according to MSF protocols

Functional and Hierarchical Lines

Hierarchically and functionally accountable to the Supervisor Medical Data Entry

Accountabilities

• Welcome patients, inform them about how the facility functions, and ensure the availability of a comfortable waiting area for them and their relatives.
• Ensure good flow of patients avoiding overcrowded rooms and having patients standing up for a long time while waiting for their turn
• Bring any patient with an obviously serious medical problem to the attention of the medical assistant/doctor.
• Identify patients and register their administrative details: The associated activities are, amongst others:
• Create and update files for patients according to protocols, and ensure maintaining and filing system in good condition.
• Taking the patients’ MUAC and noting them on relevant documents. (in OCA this is usually done by the triage nurse)
• Checking vaccination status of children less than 5 years old.
• Put an identification bracelet on the patient with the ID number of the child and the name of the centre Refer to SFP those patients fitting the admission criteria for SFP (nutritional program-specific)
• Ensure, maintain and promote confidentiality regarding all information registered.
• Keep record of daily attendance, exits (cured, defaulter, death or transfer), and collaborate with the outreach team in their tracing of defaulters to ensure they come back.
• Report daily to the hierarchical superior about daily/weekly admissions, defaulters

Context Specific Accountabilities

• Managing the serenity of the reception by providing with sitting arrangements, for the patients, coordinating with OPD nurse to transport sick patients from downstairs with the support of stretcher bearers.
• Regularly going through (observing, being alert) the waiting line, identify patients requiring priority examination and referring them to a doctor or OPD nurse,
• Direct clients and other patients to their respective consultation area and inform them and their families about waiting times.
• Responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the waiting area
• Regularly check the registers, clients book (follow-up) and appointments if are updated
• Organise the patients files and be responsible of archaive and patients files room and arrenge it as per montly/yearly number.
• Maintain and keep record of small stationery and logistical supplies in the counselling rooms
• Act as a local information source related to security issues and incidents
• Undertaking triage in collaboration with the OPD ANM as per need.
• Record the details given by the triage nurse in the prescribed screening format.
• Taking the history of the patients vis-à-vis, their location, travel history, referral details, enrolment status (whether enrolled in any ARTC based on the ART green book) and record the same in the registrar.
• Overall responsible for maintaining the admission and follow up registrar.
• Supporting the ANM of OPD in undertaking follow-up in chronology of the arrival of the patients in MSF facility or based on the outcome of triage.
• Filling up the IPD & OPD form with respect to capturing the correct socio-demographic details.
• Undertaking Client feedback at the time of discharge of all patients.
• Facilitating discharge of patients as per need and in coordination with nursing station by ensuring that all the needed information on discharge are fill in and recorded.
• Supporting the Guard in maintaining the peace of the registration area.

Requirements

Education

• Literacy essential

Experience

• None is required

Languages

• Mission language desirable and local language essential

Knowledge

• Essential knowledge of basic mathematics

Competencies

• Commitment
• Flexibility
• Stress Management
• Results
• Teamwork
• Service

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

HR & Benefits

• Salary Gross (INR): 17107/- 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).
• Contributions made for statutory benefit programs such as Provident Fund.
• Covered under accident insurance.
• DWBI provides medical reimbursement for employees and their dependents as per health care policy.
• A stimulating, professional environment in an international organization.

Application Procedure

To apply for this position, please clearly state which position you are applying for and send a CV and letter of motivation to apply for this position (with phone number)

not later than 24 November 2021 to

patna-hrmanager@oca.msf.org

Application without a motivation letter will not be accepted.

Note: Due to a high volume of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. MSF is an equal opportunity employer, and women candidates are encouraged to apply.

We do not use any external recruitment consultants.

Recruitment of local based candidates will be prioritized.

Local candidates are encouraged to apply.

General

• Position: Nurse
• No of vacancies: 4
• Project: Patna Advance HIV
• Duration: 12 months (renewable)
• Monthly Gross Salary: INR 28,263/- (non-negotiable)
• Location: Patna
• Expected Start Date: ASAP
• Closing date: 24 November 2021
• Email to: patna-hrmanager@oca.msf.org

Background

Doctors Without Borders India (DWBI) aims to provide medical assistance without any kind of discrimination including offering medical assistance during natural and manmade disasters through the establishment of healthcare centres, implementing medical programs for critical illnesses on its own or with partners, working for creating medical awareness and capacity building and carry out/sponsor research to provide strategic input on relevant medical treatment options in India.

Purpose of Post

Providing nursing care, treatment and follow-up of patients, according to doctors’ prescriptions, protocols applied in service and universal hygiene standards/precautions, in order to ensure the quality and continuity of care for the targeted population.

Functional and Hierarchical Lines

Hierarchically and functionally accountable to the Nursing Team Supervisor

Accountabilities

• Knowing, promoting, implementing and following up the universal hygiene standards/ precautions, bio-hazard prevention and infection control, security rules and other protocols and procedures in the medical premises and ensuring high standards of hygiene of his/her working environment. Respect medical secrets and confidentiality at all times.
• Organizing and carrying out care and treatments according to medical prescriptions, and assisting during consultations, daily rounds and other medical procedures. Participating in health education of the patient (and family) when necessary.
• Identifying Sexually Gender Based Violence victims and referring them to the medical team so they can receive the necessary treatment. Knowing and is aware of the importance and appropriate use of the Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) Kit
• Ensuring patients are properly received and installed and that those with lack of autonomy are assisted, especially regarding their feeding, personal hygiene, movements and comfort. For ER and OPD nurse, ensuring triage of patients in waiting areas, wards or during emergencies, detecting the priority acute/emergency cases, carrying out first aid care and referring them to the doctor when necessary
• Sending material to be sterilized and recuperates it from sterilization
• Carrying out admission, surveillance and follow-up of patients (i.e. assessment of the evolution of their state of health and the identification of any emergency situation or deterioration
• Carrying and supervising administrative procedures and documents (fill in patient’s files, forms, consumptions, statistics, registers, health files, etc.), ensuring an appropriate written/oral handover, and reporting any problematic situations and cases that may arise. Participating in data collection and keeping doctors/supervisors informed .
• Participating in the department-related pharmacy and medical equipment control and maintenance (quality and its functioning, storage conditions, follow-up of expired drugs inventories, stock takes of medicines and material at every team changeover ensuring no material is taken out of nursing area/wards without prior authorisation, etc.)
• Perform cleaning and minor maintenance for biomedical equipment used. Fol-lowing the user manual and protocols and alert supervisor in case of malfunctioning.
• Supervising and training nurse-aids, nutritional assistants, cleaners and other related staff under his/her supervision, ensuring teamwork and adherence to all appropriate protocols and procedures.

Context Specific Accountabilities

General responsibilities and tasks

• Assist in diagnosis, treatment and care of advanced HIV, DS-DRTB and other medical conditions in GGSH
• Work closely with other members of medical team staff (MDs for triage and patient flow, Counselors, Health Promoter, Lab Technicians and Medical Data Processing Officer) to ensure quality medical care and professional confidentiality is respected.

Specific responsibilities and tasks

• OPD and triage: Ensure and follow proper triage of all patients according to project protocol

Following medical prescriptions and recommandation (delegated role)

• Assisting the doctors in the ward round and informing them of the progress of each patient
• Assisting the doctors during certain health care activities if necessary,
• Applying the doctor’s therapeutic decisions whilst following health care protocols (e.g. inserting gastric tubes, urine collectors, etc.).
• Explaining what is happening to patients (+/- accompanying persons) and educating them about their illnesses. Explaining the treatment given and providing any advice required.
• Ticking off and counter-signing treatments given to patients in their files.
• Assist in referring patients to appropriate facilities (Imaging, District Hospital, tertiary Hospital when needed), including the follow up of these patients.

Follow up of patients in the wards

• To provide and ensure correct nursing care of the HIV patients who are under treatment with MSF and assist doctors in the care, procedure and treatment of the patients
• To provide correct nutritional screening, drug dispensary, give IV fluids and injections to advanced HIV patients according to prescriptions and protocols
• To attend and ensure the implementation of correct protocols concerning follow up of the HIV/VL patients
• To provide instant emergency treatment to critically ill cases in consensus patients with doctors.
• Participate actively in medical rounds and provide updated information about patients’ status
• To observe and ensure the correct follow-up of patients.
• Perform rapid laboratory tests according to MSF and other protocols (MOH, international recommendations) when needed and confirm the result with doctors on duty.
• Respects the principles of aseptic technics and sterilisation.
• Participate in meetings and conferences when required, to facilitate - medical/nursing training sessions, both internally and externally.
• Participate and give correct health education messages to patients and their attendants. Specifically giving appropriate information about HIV, TB and Kala Azar among other HIV related diseasesː signs & symptoms, correct treatment; follow up, nutrition, and prevention.
• To respect and promote medical ethics.
• Give support to the laboratory and activities when needed.
• Help the patients to meet their daily needs.
• Maintain privacy to the patients and keep confidentiality of the patients
• Able to go for home visits to provide palliative care along with the medical and support teams.
• Listening to patients’ complaints and passing them on to the doctor.
• Provide quality nursing care and able to recognise patients conditions and inform the doctor accordingly

Managing medicines/pharmacy materials

• Carrying out stock takes of medicines and materials
• Noting the daily consumption and placing an order if necessary
• Sterilize used equipment according to DWBI protocol sterilization and guarantee the proper sterilization process is being done,
• Dispensing drugs according to prescriptions with proper explanation
• Informing the departmental supervisor of the various needs
• Ensure proper and rational/careful use, check the quarterly and monthly inventory of biomedical equipment and alert supervisor in case of malfunctioning and miss placed.
• Report to the focal nurse of any irregularities, shortage or damage of materials
• Ensure that medical and care kits are refilled on a regular basis
• To understand, maintain and improve the MSF medical stock management systems.
• Handing over stock cards of medicines and material at every shift change
• To ensure that the daily consumption is in line with stock and place an order if necessary

Data and reporting

• Accurate filling of all required medical forms in the patient file and collection of clinical data as required
• Participating in data collection with the departmental manager
• Filling in the register book/patient card, noting every pertinent information that happened during the shift and any changes in prescription or patients to be followed up
• Maintaining registers and files up to date at all times, entering all pertinent information
• Filling out nurse liaison forms during the transfer of a patient
• Ensuring to give oral/written handover at every shift change, drawing attention to any notable events during the shift
• Keep proper records and ensure their safe custody.
• Record the required medical data accurately and collaborate in the reports.
• Participating in departmental and project meetings.
• Participating in data collection for the operational research studies executed in the project
• To respect and promote absolute confidentiality of any information related to HIV patients.

Other

• Support clinic/community activities with any additional task assigned.
• Participate in clinical as well as medical team meetings.
• Ensure IPC protocols are in place and address the safety needs of the patients
• Performing any other professional tasks as required by the Supervisors.
• Maintains a flexible approach and responds to the needs of the project even outside of this job description.
• To assist in the assessment of humanitarian needs and emergency interventions arising in the region and if needed, show flexibility, adaptability and commitment.
• To respect MSF internal regulations, the contract and the present job description.

Requirements

Education

• Essential recognized nurse degree/diploma
• Desirable Bachelor in Science of Nursing

Experience

• Desirable 2 years of previous experience and previous experience in other NGOs
• Demonstrable experience in supervising and training others in a team setting

Languages

• Local language essential. Mission language desirable

Competencies

• Results and Quality Orientation
• Teamwork and Cooperation
• Behavioural Flexibility
• Commitment to MSF Principles
• Stress Management

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

HR & Benefits

• Salary Gross (INR): 28263/- 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).
• Contributions made for statutory benefit programs such as Provident Fund.
• Covered under accident insurance.
• DWBI provides medical reimbursement for employees and their dependents as per health care policy.
• A stimulating, professional environment in an international organization.

Application Procedure

To apply for this position, please clearly state which position you are applying for and send a CV and letter of motivation to apply for this position (with phone number)

not later than 24 November 2021 to

patna-hrmanager@oca.msf.org

Application without a motivation letter will not be accepted.

Note: Due to a high volume of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. MSF is an equal opportunity employer, and women candidates are encouraged to apply. We do not use any external recruitment consultants. Recruitment of local based candidates will be prioritized.

Local candidates are encouraged to apply.

General

• Position: Medical Doctor
• No of vacancies: 1
• Project: Patna Advance HIV
• Duration: 12 months (renewable)
• Monthly Gross Salary: INR 85,394/- (non-negotiable)
• Location: Patna
• Expected Start Date: ASAP
• Closing date: 24 November 2021
• Email to: patna-hrmanager@oca.msf.org

Background

Doctors Without Borders India (DWBI) aims to provide medical assistance without any kind of discrimination including offering medical assistance during natural and manmade disasters through the establishment of healthcare centres, implementing medical programs for critical illnesses on its own or with partners, working for creating medical awareness and capacity building and carry out/sponsor research to provide strategic input on relevant medical treatment options in India.

Purpose of Post

Provide outpatient and/or inpatient medical care to patients/beneficiaries according to adapted and updated medical knowledge, DWBI protocols, values and universal hygiene standards to improve the patients/beneficiaries health conditions.

Functional and Hierarchical Lines

Hierarchically and functionally accountable to the Medical Activity Manager

Accountabilities

• Apply medical knowledge, skills to diagnose, and prevent. Carry out outpatient and inpatient consultations, prescribing the necessary treatment respecting DWBI protocols.
• Keep the patient and/or his/her family informed about the illness and provide appropriate explanations about the treatment to follow, checking they have understood
• Follow up the evolution of the hospitalized/IDP patients, through daily visits , consultations and examinations, prescribing the necessary treatment following DWBI protocols, deciding whether they can be discharged or transferred to other departments – in collaboration with other doctors- and informing their family about the patient’s evolution.
• Check and control the rational distribution of medicines and equipment under his/her responsibility and take care the quality, disinfection and sterilization of the medical material. Assure general compliance with standing hygiene standards.
• Participate in the collection and analysis of epidemiological data, checking its validity and informing the line manager or project coordinator about any problem or complication of the patients illness, medical error and monitors the proper functioning of the department, equipment or material.
• Ensure ongoing training of the medical/paramedical multidisciplinary team in order to optimize the quality of care.
• Knows and ensures all DWBI medical protocols are followed and implemented, checking universal precautions are followed at all times and reducing biohazard risks and improving infection control. Ensures professional confidentiality is respected.
• Manage the team under his/her direct responsibility according to DWBI HR policies and procedures, supervising their performance, organizing and scheduling shifts and rotations, directly participating in emergencies and on calls if necessary.

Context Specific Accountabilities

Patna Project context: MSF in collaboration with MoH (BSACS and NACO) has set up a program as an inpatient department in a district hospital, Guru Gobind Secondary Hospital (GGSH) to provide care and treatment for patients with advanced HIV disease with special attention for those with life-threatening conditions. Patients in critical lethal conditions will be able to access palliative care. The main purpose of the program is to provide care for seriously ill patients living with HIV in order to decrease mortality and improve the quality of life, paying special attention to patients' rights, dignity and providing holistic care including medical and psychological support. Roles and Responsibilities of MD:

• Provide diagnostics and treatment of HIV, OIs, TB/DRTB, HCV, NCD and other medical conditions following MSF Project-specific Protocols at MSF facility.
• Responsible of patients admission and patients follow up by providing quality care based on Person Centered Care approach.
• Conduct ward round jointly with other MDs, MAM, Expat MD and other medical team members in ICU, OPD and other wards.
• Hold case discussion weekly with MAM, Expat MD and IPD team.
• 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.
• Accurate filling of all required medical forms in the patient file and collection of clinical data as required
• Ensures professional confidentiality is respected.
• 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.
• Support clinic/community activities with any additional task assigned, such as conduction training and sensitization session.
• Inform MAM of any irregularities, shortage or damage of materials and equipment.
• Participate in clinical as well as medical team meetings.
• Participate in any emergencies/explorations if necessary and requested.
• Support, coaching, on bedside training of newly join MSF Medical Doctors for their capacity building in advanced HIV patients management and emergency medical care at the MSF inpatient setting.
• Follow and apply universal standard precautions at all times and reducing bio-hazard risks and improving infection control.
• Ensure professional confidentiality.
• Assist the team consolidate the ABR and palliative care approaches and initiatives within the project.
• Management of 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 NACO and WHO Guidelines
• High Dependency/ICU level care including use of vasopressors and non-invasive ventilation (But not intubation or renal replacement therapy)
• Management of paediatric advanced HIV admissions of all ages including with severe acute malnutrition
• Participate in clinical as well as medical team meetings.
• Ensure IPC protocols are in place and address the safety needs of the patients

Other Responsibilities and tasks

• Work with MOH MD in ARTCs to ensure the quality of care for PLHIV and TB patients, diagnosis and treatment is improved and maintained;
• Hold case discussion with MOH MD at ARTCs about difficult cases on the job.
• Organize training for the ARTCs staff to build their capacity in order to improve the quality of care
• Assist MAM and working together with other MDs to identify ART failure cases and switching to 2nd or 3rd line or Enhanced Adherence Counselling and FU VL,
• Maintains a flexible approach and responds to the needs of the project even outside of this job description.
• To assist in the assessment of humanitarian needs and emergency interventions arising in the region and if needed, show flexibility, adaptability and commitment.
• To respect MSF internal regulations, the contract and the present job description.

Requirements

Education

• Essential: MBBS Degree with full & valid registration from Medical Council of India or State Medical Councils, Desirable diploma in Tropical Medicine

Experience

• Minimum 1 year - of work experience Desirable experience with HIV, TB and/or MDRTB; Experience in Kala Azar is desirable.
• Experienced in performing tissue aspirates techniques for diagnosis

Languages

• Mission language essential. Local language desirable..

Knowledge

• Essential computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, Internet/social media)

Competencies

• People Management
• Commitment
• Flexibility
• Results
• Teamwork

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

HR & Benefits

• Salary Gross (INR): 85394/- per month (non-negotiable)
• 18 days annual leave; 12 days paid leave as per the specified list of holidays; Sick/Casual leave of 12 days as per calendar year (pro-rated based on hire date).
• Contributions made for statutory benefit programs such as Provident Fund.
• Covered under accident insurance.
• DWBI provides medical reimbursement for employees and their dependents as per health care policy.
• A stimulating, professional environment in an international organization.

Application Procedure

To apply for this position, please clearly state which position you are applying for and send a CV and letter of motivation to apply for this position (with phone number)

not later than 24 November 2021 to

patna-hrmanager@oca.msf.org

Application without a motivation letter will not be accepted.

Note: Due to a high volume of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. MSF is an equal opportunity employer, and women candidates are encouraged to apply. We do not use any external recruitment consultants. Recruitment of local based candidates will be prioritized.

Local candidates are encouraged to apply.

General

• Position: Laboratory Technician Assistant
• No of vacancies: 1
• Project: Patna Advance HIV
• Duration: 12 months (renewable)
• Monthly Gross Salary: INR 17,107/- (non-negotiable)
• Location: Patna
• Expected Start Date: ASAP
• Closing date: 24 November 2021
• Email to: patna-hrmanager@oca.msf.org

Background

Doctors Without Borders India (DWBI) aims to provide medical assistance without any kind of discrimination including offering medical assistance during natural and manmade disasters through the establishment of healthcare centres, implementing medical programs for critical illnesses on its own or with partners, working for creating medical awareness and capacity building and carry out/sponsor research to provide strategic input on relevant medical treatment options in India.

Purpose of Post

Assist the laboratory technician in carrying out laboratory-related activities, in accordance with his/her instructions and MSF protocols, security measures and hygiene standards, in order to help obtain lab results that will help to determine patient’s treatment

Functional and Hierarchical Lines

Hierarchically and functionally accountable to the Laboratory Supervisor

Accountabilities

• Assisting in carrying out laboratory exams, preparing material, reagents and environmental work conditions, etc.
• Complying with at all times the hygiene protocols for individual and collective safety, with a special focus on sterilizing the material.
• Carrying out cleaning and washing activities in the laboratory facilities and materials, and ensuring proper waste separation and disposal.
• Following all the administrative procedures, registering the patient’s data and his/her tests’ results, keeping track of all activities.
• Participating, under the laboratory technician's supervision, in the efficient management and organisation of laboratory equipment and supply. (equipment user maintenance, stock follow-up, storage conditions, inventory, expired substances, etc.).
• Reporting any problem arising in the laboratory, especially loss, robbery or damage of material.

Context Specific Accountabilities

Patient handling, communication and registration

• Register the patient in the register books/electronic register specifying name, address, and tests to be performed and the results as given and requested by the lab tech.
• Properly explain to the patients how to collect stool, quality urine and sputum specimens.
• Registration and keeping all records related to laboratory tests and results
• Follow and respect of universal standard precautions
• Properly communicate to patients and relatives about execution of tests procedures

Specific laboratory tests

• Under lab tech supervision to perform the basics testing as requested and report results to lab tech.
• Samples preparation as per SOP and lab tech/Supervisor recommendation and guidance

Handling, collection and transportation of samples

• Responsible for the packing and unpacking of lab materials from the vehicles.
• Responsible for sample preparation and transportation to the reference lab.
• Collection of samples and safety precautions according to protocol and standard precautions in the OPD and IPD.
• Receive sputum, stool and urine samples from the patients and check that the labelling coincides with the information in the lab register book/electronic register.

Laboratory equipment and material handling

• Ensure the cleanliness of all laboratory equipment

Reporting and filing

• Ensure correct recording of lab test results various when delegated by the Lab tech.
• To maintain an organized filing system with laboratory results, stock and other files as specified by Lab tech and Laboratory Supervsior.

Laboratory hygiene management

• Ensure proper disposal of contaminated materials and waste segregation in the laboratory.

Others tasks

• To perform any other lab-related tasks as required by your supervisor
• To maintain a flexible approach and respond to the needs of the project, even if they fall out of this job description.
• To respond to any emergency intervention, if requested, out of the regular project activities.

Requirements

Education

• Literacy required.

Experience

• None is required.

Languages

• Local language essential. Mission language desirable.

Competencies

• Commitment
• Flexibility
• Stress Management
• Results
• Teamwork
• Service

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

HR & Benefits

• Salary Gross (INR): 17107/- 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).
• Contributions made for statutory benefit programs such as Provident Fund.
• Covered under accident insurance.
• DWBI provides medical reimbursement for employees and their dependents as per health care policy.
• A stimulating, professional environment in an international organization.

Application Procedure

To apply for this position, please clearly state which position you are applying for and send a CV and letter of motivation to apply for this position (with phone number)

not later than 24 November 2021 to

patna-hrmanager@oca.msf.org

Application without a motivation letter will not be accepted.

Note: Due to a high volume of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. MSF is an equal opportunity employer, and women candidates are encouraged to apply.

We do not use any external recruitment consultants.

Recruitment of local based candidates will be prioritized.

Local candidates are encouraged to apply.

General

• Position: Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Supervisor
• No of vacancies: 1
• Project: Patna Advance HIV
• Duration: 12 months (renewable)
• Monthly Gross Salary: INR 41,731/- (non-negotiable)
• Location: Patna
• Expected Start Date: ASAP
• Closing date: 24 November 2021
• Email to: patna-hrmanager@oca.msf.org

Background

Doctors Without Borders India (DWBI) aims to provide medical assistance without any kind of discrimination including offering medical assistance during natural and manmade disasters through the establishment of healthcare centres, implementing medical programs for critical illnesses on its own or with partners, working for creating medical awareness and capacity building and carry out/sponsor research to provide strategic input on relevant medical treatment options in India.

Purpose of Post

Implementing and supervising an infection control program in a project or health facility, according to DWBI protocols, safety and IPC measures, in order to ensure quality of care and safety of patients, caretakers and staff.

Functional and Hierarchical Lines

Hierarchically and functionally accountable to the Project Medical Referent.

Accountabilities

• In collaboration with each service activity manager, maintaining and supporting the day to day implementation of the standard precautions in health structures in all departments including sterilization, laundry and kitchen, and providing technical supervision, training and support to the staff on IPC related issues using existing tools such as audits, checklist, surveillance
• Implementing and monitoring adherence to additional precautions for air, droplet and contact transmissible diseases when indicated. Based on a given patient diagnosis, evaluating the need and supporting the implementation, if needed, for additional precautions in collaboration with the medical team and act accordingly
• Implementing as planned, the correct ‘clean and dirty flows’ inside the health facility. Ensuring that environmental standards in the facility are respected (bed spacing, number of handwashing stations etc.)
• Guaranteeing compliance to aseptic care techniques and to the correct use of antiseptics, disinfectants and detergents.
• Checking the consumption and the quality of IPC materials and equipment, including cleaning materials and equipment, PPE, etc.
• As a member of the Infection Control Committee, participating in, supporting the development, and following up the Infection Control Action Plan.
• Supervising the team under his/her responsibility and participating in the associated HR processes (e.g. recruitment, training/induction, evaluation, potential detection, coaching, development and communication) in order to ensure both the sizing and the amount of knowledge required.
• Reporting any irregularities to PMR and producing reports with information recommendations for the monthly medical reporting Note: IPC standard precautions include Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), hand hygiene, prevention of accidental exposure to body fluids, safe and appropriate treatment of re-usable medical devices, waste management, cleaning and disinfection of surface and environment, respiratory hygiene and individual hygiene for staff, caretakers and patients

Context Specific Accountabilities

• Follow up of hospitalized patients, under the Nurse’s supervision
• Ensure WHO standard precautions are followed at the clinic settings-
  • Hand hygiene;
  • Wearing Personal Protective Equipment when indicated– Non-sterile disposable gloves, Reusable household gloves, Goggle and eye protection, Surgical Mask, Respirator N95 mask;
  • Prevention of needle stick and injuries from other sharp instruments;
  • Respiratory hygiene and cough etiquette;
  • Environmental cleaning – surface cleaning & disinfection;
  • Handle, transport, and process used linen;
  • Waste disposal [Ref -MSF Project protocol];
  • Patient care equipment
• Ensure Clinic is following the WHO Guidelines on TB IPC in terms of
  • Adminstrative Control,
  • Environmental Control;
  • Respiratory Control.
• Ensure prevention of accidental exposure to blood and bodily fluids (AEB) is in place - First aid is for AEB is given immediately after incidence & PEP is offered by MD
• Implement the MSF Patna Project IPC Policy & SOPs- Prepare IPC Implementation Plan after discussion with all departments under the supervision of PMR; Monitor the implementation progress of performance after it is launched.

Detailed Tasks

• Conduct Monthly/Quarterly IPC Practice Audits:
  • Hand Hygiene audit;
  • Reusable Equipment Disinfection Audit, and
  • Respirator Use Audits; Report the audit findings on IPC practice to PMR,
• To prepare on monthly basis an IPC report and submit it to PMR to be included in the MMR.
• Implement IPC comity, conduct on biweekly IPC Comity meeting, and follow up with the action points.
• Conduct site visits at all locations where MSF service is provided or supported facilities according to visit schedule.
• Ensure staff are medically checked annually for TB; HBV vaccination is given to all medical staff.
• Facilitate the IPC training for new staff as well as refresher training for old staff.
• To ensure all the IPC equipment are in place and well utilised as per protocol,
• To place orders to supply for all the materials needed by the hygiene agents,
• To check and make sure that the hygiene is respected by the cooks and clears in the base office, expats and transit guest house.
• Ensure all the staff, patients, caretakers and visitors are following the preventive measures for COVID-19 (wearing masks, respecting physical distancing and washing regularly their hands)
• Supervise the cleaners and stretch bears under his/her responsibility and prepare their daily task distribution and monthly roster.

Requirements

Education

• Nurse or midwife (or equivalent) diploma

Experience

• Preferable: Previous working experience working with DWBI or similar organizations
• Experience in OT, Intensive Care Unit is an asset

Languages

• Local language essential. Mission language desirable

Knowledge

• Essential computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, and Internet)

Competencies

• Results and Quality Orientation
• Teamwork and Cooperation
• Behavioural Flexibility
• Commitment to DWBI Principles
• Stress Management

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

HR & Benefits

• Salary Gross (INR): 41,731/- per month (non-negotiable)
• 18 days annual leave; 12 days paid leave as per the specified list of holidays; Sick/Casual leave of 12 days as per calendar year (pro-rated based on hire date).
• Contributions made for statutory benefit programs such as Provident Fund.
• Covered under accident insurance.
• DWBI provides medical reimbursement for employees and their dependents as per health care policy.
• A stimulating, professional environment in an international organization.

Application Procedure

To apply for this position, please clearly state which position you are applying for and send a CV and letter of motivation to apply for this position (with phone number)

not later than 24 November 2021 to

patna-hrmanager@oca.msf.org

Note: Due to the high volume of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

MSF is an equal opportunity employer, and women candidates are encouraged to apply.

We do not use any external recruitment consultants. Recruitment of local based candidates will be prioritized. Local candidates are encouraged to apply.

General

• Position: Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (ANM)
• No of vacancies: 1
• Project: Patna Advance HIV
• Duration: 12 months (renewable)
• Monthly Gross Salary: INR 24,880/- (non-negotiable)
• Location: Patna
• Expected Start Date: ASAP
• Closing date: 24 November 2021
• Email to: patna-hrmanager@oca.msf.org

Background

Doctors Without Borders India (DWBI) aims to provide medical assistance without any kind of discrimination including offering medical assistance during natural and manmade disasters through the establishment of healthcare centres, implementing medical programs for critical illnesses on its own or with partners, working for creating medical awareness and capacity building and carry out/sponsor research to provide strategic input on relevant medical treatment options in India.

Purpose of Post

Execute auxiliary nursing care activities for patients in hospital wards and the mobile clinic as per universal hygiene standards and DWBI protocols, standards and procedures in order to ensure the delivery of quality medical care for patients.

Functional and Hierarchical Lines

Hierarchically and functionally accountable to the Nursing Team Supervisor

Accountabilities

• Monitor patient’s vitals like temperature, heart, respiratory rate and blood pressure etc.
• Carry out diagnostic tests for patients as per medical doctor prescription varying from malaria, HB, blood test, glucose, Kala Azar screening, TB screening, anthropometric parameters (MUAC, weight and height) of SAM children and vaccinations.
• Be available in supporting medical team – medical doctors and Nurses for patient nutritional screening, TB Dots adherence and drug dispensary.
• Assist in laboratory tests for HIV/VL study as required according to the medical prescription and as per universal standard.
• Participating in the surveillance, monitoring of the patient, and reporting any relevant information.
• Under the supervision of Nurse Team Supervisor performs Health Education and counselling to the patients and their family according to the drug prescription.
• Responsible for observation and implementation of hygiene and waste management practices
• Responsible for maintenance/care of all the equipment in use in the hospital wards and mobile clinics.
• Assist in the patient administration activities (correctly fill in patient files, etc.) and ensuring a relevant transfer of information between duty teams. Reporting any problem arising in the care unit, especially the loss, robbery or damage of equipment or medicines.
• Assist in carrying out pharmacy stock inventory of medicines and material: be able to assist in producing inventories, avoid shortage, drug orders and manage of expired drugs.

Context Specific Accountabilities

Follow up of hospitalized patients, under the Nurse’s supervision

• Taking patients’ medical parameters (on their arrival and at least once a day)
• Heart and respiratory rate, blood pressure, temperature
• Weight if required
• Listening to patients’ complaints and passing them on to the Nurses;

Following medical prescriptions (delegated role)

• Following medical prescriptions for admitted patients
• Managing medicines and departmental material
• Carrying out stock takes of medicines and materials

Conduction systematic written/oral handovers

• Filling in the handover book, noting everything that happened during the shift and any changes in prescription or patients to be followed up
• Filling out nurse liaison forms during the transfer of a patient

Managing medicines and departmental material

• Carrying out stock takes of medicines and material at every team changeover
• Noting the daily consummation and placing an order if necessary
• Sending material to be sterilized/recuperating it from sterilization

Data collection

• Filling out registers and health files correctly
• Participating in data collection with the departmental manager

Application of basic hygiene rules

• Following the protocol for washing hands with soap and water before and after each health care act
• Following the procedure for sorting waste into 3 categories
• Knowing the procedures in the case of accidental blood exposure
• Knowing the techniques for delivering sterile health care
• Ensuring the cleanliness of working environment: regularly cleaning the work place, equipment, work surfaces, etc.
•  Ensuring patient cleanliness on arrival and during their hospitalization: (Shower, soap distribution, mattresses/mats, pre-operative preparation (following the protocol) if a patient goes to theatre.

Requirements

Education

• Essential recognized Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (ANM)/Associate Nursing diploma

Experience

• Desirable 1 year of previous experience
• Demonstrable experience in any health facility

Languages

• Local language essential. Mission language desirable

Skills

• Essential computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, Internet/social media)

Knowledge

• Excellent understanding of DWBI’s principles and values
• Knowledge of and interest in humanitarian issues
• In-depth contextual knowledge and analysis skills
• High level of knowledge of local culture and customs

Competencies

• Results and Quality Orientation
• Teamwork and Cooperation
• Behavioural Flexibility
• Commitment to DWBI Principles
• Stress Management

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

HR & Benefits

• Salary Gross (INR): 24880/- 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).
• Contributions made for statutory benefit programs such as Provident Fund.
• Covered under accident insurance.
• DWBI provides medical reimbursement for employees and their dependents as per health care policy.
• A stimulating, professional environment in an international organization.

Application Procedure

To apply for this position, please clearly state which position you are applying for and send a CV and letter of motivation to apply for this position (with phone number)

not later than 24 November 2021 to

patna-hrmanager@oca.msf.org

Application without a motivation letter will not be accepted.

Note: Due to a high volume of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. MSF is an equal opportunity employer, and women candidates are encouraged to apply.

We do not use any external recruitment consultants.

Recruitment of local based candidates will be prioritized.

Local candidates are encouraged to apply.