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.
Position Overview
Neonatologist will be based in UHI priority HFs of Kabul city and will work to manage all newborn and
pediatric cases in the HFs
Position Reports To: Associate Cluster Manager
Supervisory position:
Location: Kabul
Responsibilities
Diagnosing and treating illnesses, medical conditions, and injuries.
Performing OPD and IPD services
Ordering, performing, and interpreting diagnostic tests.
Collecting, recording, and maintaining patients' information and histories.
Prescribing and administering treatments, therapies, medications 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, 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:
Specialization in Neonate and Pediatric
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
