New Job Vacancies at Medical Teams International, 2019
TANZANIA 2019 / NAFASI ZA KAZI 2019
Job Title: NURSE MIDWIFE (84 POSITION)
Job Summary
Provide obstetrical care to pregnant women and their babies, doing follow up before, during and after delivery, according to MTI obstetrical and reproductive health protocols, universal hygienic and newborn caring standards and under the supervision of a specialist doctor, in order to ensure their health conditions and avoid post-delivery complications.
Job Description
Reports to Direct: Nurse Officer
Supervises Direct: Enrolled Midwife
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide comprehensive maternal and child services to mothers during and after pregnancy, including managing complications and referring high risk pregnancies
Responsible for delivering babies, preparing birth attestation and monitoring the general health condition of the mother and the newborn
Assessing the feasibility for referral of pregnant women form the TBAs to the OPD/MCH for medical evaluation and/or complicated deliveries.
Provide counselling to mothers on pregnancy and post-pregnancy management, including proper breastfeeding techniques, bathing and preparation of bottles
Participate in PHC activities including health education, family planning, preparing for childbirth, HCT services and nutrition programs, as well as PMTCT activities at the health facility and within the community
Provide primary care to women of reproductive age in accordance with the Basic Package of Health Services
Provide all non-surgical methods of family planning and provide counseling for surgical methods
Ensure babies are immunized according to schedule
Support Clinicians in the management of sexual violence cases
Monitor the consumption of drugs and equipment required for maternity activities and notify supervisor of re-stocking needs
Ensure biomedical equipment is in good working order by using in accordance with user manual and protocols, perform cleaning and minor maintenance and alert supervisor in case of malfunctioning
Ensure hygiene and sterilization criteria, including universal precautions, are met
Ensure that medical practices are conducted with the highest level of integrity and ethics according to
professional and MTI Codes of Conduct
Ensure data collected is accurate and submit reports according to schedule
Ensure the Safeguarding of program participants and employees through promoting an environment of awareness and upholding the code of conduct provisions of Medical Teams Protection from Sexual Exploitation & Abuse, Child & Vulnerable Adult protection, and harassment-free workplace policies.
Other duties as assigned
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EDUCATION, LICENSES, & CERTIFICATIONS
Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Midwifery from an accredited School of Nursing and Midwifery is required
Valid practicing license is required
EXPERIENCE
2 years of midwifery experience is required
Experience working with international NGOs is an added advantage
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE EDUCATION, LICENSES, & CERTIFICATIONS
Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Midwifery from an accredited School of Nursing and Midwifery is required
Valid practicing license is required
EXPERIENCE
2 years of midwifery experience is required
Experience working with international NGOs is an added advantage
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of professional midwifery principles, procedures and techniques
Knowledge of medical and non-medical waste disposal procedures
Knowledge of hygiene management and IPC protocol
SKILLS
Skilled in applying professional midwifery care principles and procedures in the evaluation and treatment of patients
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
A good command of both written and spoken English
ABILITIES
Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient information and adhere to professional code of conduct
Ability to treat all patients and staff with respect, without prejudice
Ability to provide high quality, ethical, compassionate care that places the needs of the patient first
Ability to maintain detailed records with high accuracy
Ability to be flexible and manage stress
Ability to support MTI Calling and adhere to the MTI Code of Conduct
PHYSICAL CONDITIONS
This position requires work at health facilities located in remote areas with very basic living conditions.
Documents to be attached with application:
CV/Resume (in English)
Birth Certificate or National ID or Passport (Provide only one document)
Academic Certificate
Registration Certificate from Pharmacy Council of Tanzania
Recommendation Letter from previous employer
Copy of police report or letter of good character from local government
Copy of Certificate of Service from previous employer
Application Procedure:
Interested applicants who meet the criteria should email their Application letter and CV ONLY saved as your name (Surname FirstName) in PDF or Word ONLY with subject as “NURSE MIDWIFE” , including 3 work related referees
Indicate your Salary expectation/ current or previous salary/Notice Period at the bottom of your CV
INDICATE CLEARLY IN THE SUBJECT LINE: NURSE MIDWIFE
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 24th December 2019 5.00PM
