Obstetrician ERT

Overview

When catastrophe hits, International Medical Corps is often one of the first humanitarian aid organizations on the scene providing rapid and effective aid that saves lives, reduces suffering, and promotes self-reliance.

International Medical Corps provides safe, timely, effective, efficient, equitable and patient centered care; offers needs-based response according to the context and type of sudden onset disaster (SOD) and/or outbreak in the affected nation; adopts a human rights-based approach to its response; ensures it is accessible to all sections of the population affected by the SOD and/or outbreak, particularly the vulnerable; and treats patients in a medically ethical manner.

International Medical Corps is accountable to patients and communities, host governments and ministries of health, and its organization and donors. International Medical Corps commits to a coordinated response under the national health emergency management authorities. International Medical Corps collaborates with the national health system, the clusters and the humanitarian community.

Selected personnel are on standby to deploy to a crisis within 48 hours. Personnel may deploy to new areas of operation or lend support to International Medical Corps teams already on the ground. International Medical Corps maintains a roster of volunteers and staff who have completed pre-deployment paperwork, orientation and training. The roster is updated on a regular basis. Through this expression of interest, applicants maintain professional profiles with International Medical Corps, so that information is complete and readily available for an emergency response deployment.

This position will support International Medical Corps’ emergency response delivering outpatient clinical care to disaster-affected populations.

**NOTE** Candidates applying to this position are indicating that they are interested in being considered for International Medical Corps’ standby roster for emergency response. Roster members will be contacted only when there is an emergency-response need for which the responder is qualified. This position will not be compensated unless responders are deployed to an emergency response.

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY
An Obstetrician/Gynecologist (Ob-Gyn) primarily focuses on women’s health. Under Obstetrics, the provider is responsible for the health of the mother in the pre-pregnancy phase, as well as the child during the antenatal period, labor, delivery and the immediate post-partum period through direct care, patient education and appropriate referrals. Under gynecology, the provider is responsible for diseases related to the female reproductive tract such including STIs, fibroids, dysmenorrhea, etc.
Obstetricians play a crucial role in ensuring the well-being of both mothers and newborns, and their ability to respond effectively to emergencies is vital in providing optimal care during pregnancy and childbirth.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function with or without reasonable accommodation.

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Prenatal Care
–    Conduct regular check-ups and screenings to monitor the health of both the mother and the developing fetus.
–    Provide information and counseling to expectant mothers regarding pregnancy, labor, and postpartum care.
–    Identify and manage any potential risk factors or complications that may arise during pregnancy.

Labor and Delivery
–    Monitor and manage the progress of labor.
–    Respond to complications such as fetal distress, prolonged labor, or other issues that may arise during childbirth.
–    Perform medical interventions, including the use of forceps or vacuum extraction, if necessary.
–    Conduct cesarean sections (C-sections) in cases where vaginal delivery is not feasible or safe.

Emergency Response
–    Respond to obstetrical emergencies, such as:
–    Preeclampsia- A condition characterized by high blood pressure and organ damage during pregnancy.
–    Placental abruption: Premature separation of the placenta from the uterus.
–    Umbilical cord prolapses: When the umbilical cord slips through the cervix before the baby during delivery.
–    Postpartum hemorrhage: Excessive bleeding after childbirth.
–    Shoulder dystocia Difficulty delivering the baby’s shoulders after the head.

Neonatal Resuscitation
–    Provide immediate care to newborns who may require resuscitation.
–    Stabilize and manage the health of newborns, especially those born with complications.

Collaboration
–    Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including neonatologists, anesthesiologists, and nurses, to ensure comprehensive care for both the mother and the baby.

Patient Education
–    Educate patients about signs and symptoms that may indicate a problem during pregnancy and encourage them to seek medical attention promptly.

Record Keeping
–    Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records for each patient, documenting prenatal care, delivery details, and postpartum care.

Perform other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed in this document are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and not necessarily all inclusive.

Job Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
•    Must be a graduate of Obstetrics and Gynecology specialization with a valid license.
•    Must have at least 3-5 years’ experience working as an OBGYN in public or private health facilities.
•    Must be able to submit patient data as required.
•    Must be able to provide technical support to health providers who refer patients.
•    Must have excellent organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks in a dynamic, high-pressure environment.
•    Must have the flexibility and ability to work effectively with various personalities and cultures.

Ethical Conduct at International Medical Corps

As part of a global, humanitarian team dedicated to saving lives, easing suffering, and building self-reliance, International Medical Corps staff are responsible for adhering to our Code of Conduct and Ethics and for knowing and abiding by International Medical Corps policies and standards. All staff play a vital role in preventing violations of our Code of Conduct and Ethics, including conflicts of interest, fraud, corruption, and any kind of exploitation or abuse. International Medical Corps is also committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment free of harassment, bullying, and other misconduct, enabling staff to build and maintain professional, respectful working relationships.

International Medical Corps prioritizes safeguarding the populations with whom we work from exploitation, neglect, or abuse of children and adults at risk, and/or any form of trafficking in persons. International Medical Corps is committed to engaging members of crisis-affected communities to participate in meaningful ways in a crisis response, including making informed decisions about the assistance they receive, mitigating potential risks, and holding us accountable for the commitments we make. All staff are expected to support International Medical Corps’ culture of accountability toward our stakeholders, particularly the crisis-affected communities and individuals we serve.

As part of International Medical Corps’ commitment to a speak-up culture and as one of the primary ways we collectively hold ourselves accountable for complying with the ethical principles and standards of conduct outlined in the Code of Conduct and Ethics, all staff are required to report suspected or actual misconduct or violations of organizational policies. Our Code of Conduct and Ethics and Whistleblower Policy prohibit any form of retaliation against whistleblowers or individuals who report a concern in good faith. Staff who violate these protections may be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment or contractual relationship with International Medical Corps.

Equal Opportunities

International Medical Corps is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran.

Misconduct Disclosure Scheme

All offers of employment at International Medical Corps are subject to satisfactory references and background checks. International Medical Corps participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme from the Steering Committee for Humanitarian Response (SCHR). In accordance with this, we will request information from an applicant’s previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.