The USAID funded Urban Health Initiative (UHI) Program’s goal is to improve health outcomes of people living in urban areas, particularly focusing on the health of women and children and other vulnerable populations. Interventions aim to increase demand, access and quality of health services. Lead by Jhpiego and implemented by a dynamic consortium of organizations, UHI is implemented in five cities in Afghanistan – Kabul, Herat, Mazar-e-Sharif, Jalalabad and Kandahar.
Responsibilities
Diagnosing and treating illnesses, medical conditions, and injuries. Ordering, performing, and
interpreting diagnostic tests.
Collecting, recording, and maintaining patients' information and histories.
Prescribing and administering treatments, therapies, medications, vaccinations, and other
specialized medical care.
Explaining procedures and discussing test results or prescribed treatments with patients and family
members.
Monitoring patients' conditions and progress.
Directing, coordinating, consulting with, and referring patients to nurses, students, assistants,
specialists, therapists, and other medical staff.
Advising patients, parents, and guardians on diets, activities, hygiene, and disease prevention.
Conducting research and remaining up to date on current trends, discoveries, and developments in
the field.
Job Requirements:
Qualification Required:
Certified Medical doctor
At least two years of work experience in a similar position
Abilities/Skills:
• Ability to work successfully in teams, across a diverse team in a complex environment with
multiple tasks, short deadlines and intense pressure to perform
• Strong skills in facilitation, team building and coordination
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including strong writing, analytical and
communication skills in Dari, Pashtu and English (preferable)
Please send your CV to Recruitment-AF@jhpiego.org. For further information about Jhpiego, please visit our website at www.jhpiego.org. Note: Please mention the job title and vacancy number of the position on your email subject line otherwise your application may not be considered . The successful candidate selected for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation. Jhpiego is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer!
Recruitment-AF@jhpiego.org
The USAID funded Urban Health Initiative (UHI) Program’s goal is to improve health outcomes of people living in urban areas, particularly focusing on the health of women and children and other vulnerable populations. Interventions aim to increase dem... Read More
