Clinical officer/ nursing jobs opportunities:Senior Medical Referral Officer
International Rescue Committee Tanzania
Job Summary
We are currently recruiting for the position of a Senior Medical Referral Officer
Minimum Qualification: Diploma
Experience Level: Mid level
Experience Length: 3 years
Job Description
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is an International Non-Governmental Organization working in 40 countries, responding to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives.
With funding from donor governments, institutions, companies and individual supporters we strive to support people meet their basic rights with dignity and to be protected. In Tanzania, the IRC supports refugees and Tanzanian people in- and – out of camps with education, health and protection services.
We are currently recruiting a number of positions. If you are Tanzanian and have excellent strategic vision, professional skills, an understanding and leadership experience in humanitarian or development work with a cutting edge outlook, willingness to take action to have a positive impact for the clients we serve, then please consider applying for the following positions:
Position: Senior Medical Referral Officer
Location: Kibondo – Kigoma Region
Reports to: Health Manager
Number of Positions: One (1)
This position has the following roles and responsibilities:
Program Responsibilities:
Controls all medical services for all medical referrals dealing with curative and preventive services.
Ensures that all patients are referred appropriately and in accordance to treatment regimen (Protocol).
Organize and participates in the referral committee monthly meetings and when need arise and reports on patients’ condition(s) and progress to Health manager and partners
In carrying out treatments and procedures ensures information is provided to patients, counselling done to patients and or relatives in a confidential environment pre and post referral.
Screen the patients prior and during referral process and identify those with special needs for further support.
Evaluates client’s fitness to travel on medical referral and reports to the health manager as necessary
Escort patients to the Hospital and hand over the list of the patients to relevant person on the other part
Collects, compiles statistics and Health information for initial analysis at referral Hospital and submit to Health Manager for further action.
Provides Health Education to all patients and relatives on their conditions, support their needs while adhering to treatment protocols and other instructions including nutrition
Laisse with referral hospitals to acquire medical bills, verify for its accuracy and ensure payment is done every month
Ensures supplies for ambulance and referral vehicles are ordered and collected as per patients’ condition
Staff Management:
Supervise all medical and paramedical staff involved on medical referrals
Train health staff and conduct nutritional screening
Train staff on first aid management for patients and infection control
Note: The role of senior medical referral officer shall not be limited to the specific duties and tasks detailed herein. The mandate to achieve the program’s objectives is a priority and all issues which arise must be addressed accordingly. Therefore, will be required to manage unforeseen events and circumstances and remain flexible to perform other duties, as and when required.
Qualifications:
A holder of a Diploma in Clinical Medicine or a registered nurse from recognized institution, with at least 3 years’ experience in clinical work especially in emergency care, surveillance and reporting. Computer literacy is a must – with ability to validate and interpret health data. Fluency in English and Kiswahili; Knowledge in Kirundi is an added advantage
Ability to work independently and as a collaborative team member with negotiating and diplomatic ability. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. Knowledge of Ministry of health and health system with experience in resuscitation, help baby breath and triage.
Good time management, flexible and ability to multi-task, work collaboratively with team members including people of different cultures, nationality, gender and different stakeholders.
How to Apply?
Please manually apply for this job using the details below:
How to apply:
Applications for the position must include:
A cover letter illustrating your suitability for the position against the listed requirements.
Detailed curriculum vitae showing contact address, email, and day-time mobile phone number(s) and three (3) referees, ONE being your last employer.
ONLY copies of academic and professional certificates.
Email (application) should contain position title on the subject line.
All applications should be sent through email to: tz-recruitment@rescue.org Applications will be considered valid if sent/received before 17.00hrs February 7, 2019. Please note that only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted. Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.
The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Protection, Anti Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity, and Anti-Retaliation.
International Rescue Committee Tanzania
Job Summary
We are currently recruiting for the position of a Senior Medical Referral Officer
Minimum Qualification: Diploma
Experience Level: Mid level
Experience Length: 3 years
Job Description
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is an International Non-Governmental Organization working in 40 countries, responding to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives.
With funding from donor governments, institutions, companies and individual supporters we strive to support people meet their basic rights with dignity and to be protected. In Tanzania, the IRC supports refugees and Tanzanian people in- and – out of camps with education, health and protection services.
We are currently recruiting a number of positions. If you are Tanzanian and have excellent strategic vision, professional skills, an understanding and leadership experience in humanitarian or development work with a cutting edge outlook, willingness to take action to have a positive impact for the clients we serve, then please consider applying for the following positions:
Position: Senior Medical Referral Officer
Location: Kibondo – Kigoma Region
Reports to: Health Manager
Number of Positions: One (1)
This position has the following roles and responsibilities:
Program Responsibilities:
Controls all medical services for all medical referrals dealing with curative and preventive services.
Ensures that all patients are referred appropriately and in accordance to treatment regimen (Protocol).
Organize and participates in the referral committee monthly meetings and when need arise and reports on patients’ condition(s) and progress to Health manager and partners
In carrying out treatments and procedures ensures information is provided to patients, counselling done to patients and or relatives in a confidential environment pre and post referral.
Screen the patients prior and during referral process and identify those with special needs for further support.
Evaluates client’s fitness to travel on medical referral and reports to the health manager as necessary
Escort patients to the Hospital and hand over the list of the patients to relevant person on the other part
Collects, compiles statistics and Health information for initial analysis at referral Hospital and submit to Health Manager for further action.
Provides Health Education to all patients and relatives on their conditions, support their needs while adhering to treatment protocols and other instructions including nutrition
Laisse with referral hospitals to acquire medical bills, verify for its accuracy and ensure payment is done every month
Ensures supplies for ambulance and referral vehicles are ordered and collected as per patients’ condition
Staff Management:
Supervise all medical and paramedical staff involved on medical referrals
Train health staff and conduct nutritional screening
Train staff on first aid management for patients and infection control
Note: The role of senior medical referral officer shall not be limited to the specific duties and tasks detailed herein. The mandate to achieve the program’s objectives is a priority and all issues which arise must be addressed accordingly. Therefore, will be required to manage unforeseen events and circumstances and remain flexible to perform other duties, as and when required.
Qualifications:
A holder of a Diploma in Clinical Medicine or a registered nurse from recognized institution, with at least 3 years’ experience in clinical work especially in emergency care, surveillance and reporting. Computer literacy is a must – with ability to validate and interpret health data. Fluency in English and Kiswahili; Knowledge in Kirundi is an added advantage
Ability to work independently and as a collaborative team member with negotiating and diplomatic ability. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. Knowledge of Ministry of health and health system with experience in resuscitation, help baby breath and triage.
Good time management, flexible and ability to multi-task, work collaboratively with team members including people of different cultures, nationality, gender and different stakeholders.
How to Apply?
Please manually apply for this job using the details below:
How to apply:
Applications for the position must include:
A cover letter illustrating your suitability for the position against the listed requirements.
Detailed curriculum vitae showing contact address, email, and day-time mobile phone number(s) and three (3) referees, ONE being your last employer.
ONLY copies of academic and professional certificates.
Email (application) should contain position title on the subject line.
All applications should be sent through email to: tz-recruitment@rescue.org Applications will be considered valid if sent/received before 17.00hrs February 7, 2019. Please note that only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted. Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.
The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Protection, Anti Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity, and Anti-Retaliation.