Medical Doctor

Position Overview

This position offers a great opportunity for career growth. The Doctor will assist medical staff in the care and treatment of patients in the Mobile Medical and Nutrition Unit (MMU) across multiple sites in North Wollo, Amhara Region. The Doctor will be responsible for maintaining a high standard of care while treating patients in an intensive, high-demand healthcare environment.

About the Role

The workload is intensive and requires a team of dedicated health professionals to meet the ever-increasing demand for specialized medical care in the affected region. The Medical Doctor will support the Mobile Health and Nutrition Team as well as provide support to recovering Health Centers. At times, the Doctor may be called upon to fulfill duties not directly involved with this job description.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide primary care to pediatric and adult patients in the treatment of communicable and non-communicable diseases within the scope of the Mobile Medical and Nutrition Unit
• Provide care to patients/beneficiaries according to adapted and updated medical knowledge, in alignment with organizational and Ethiopian Government protocols, values, and universal infection control standards to improve patient health status
• Provide consultations for all patients attending mobile clinics with appropriate investigations, diagnosis, and treatment of illnesses based on Ethiopian, organizational, and international guidelines
• Order and interpret appropriate laboratory tests as needed
• Prescribe appropriate medications as per guidelines, ensuring patients understand instructions for dose and correct use
• Identify all patients requiring secondary or tertiary care and refer appropriately according to clinic protocol
• Identify all patients requiring emergency care, stabilize their condition, and refer according to clinic protocols
• Perform wound care and appropriate minor procedures as per training received and following strict sterile techniques
• Maintain high levels of hygiene at all times

Contract Details

Duration: Through December 31, 2026

Open Positions: 1