Medical Doctor at Marie Stopes

Roles for the Medical Doctor Job

To provide clinical services and ensure that MSK centres meet the requisite QTA standards

• Overall quality inputs into service delivery, including running full out-patient clinic/ obstetric unit and carrying out surgical procedures as laid down in the protocols. Be flexible and ensure seamless round the clock doctor’s coverage. Required to work 5 days in a week and be first on call 4 to 5 days in a week
• Providing coverage in any of the MSK centres as might be required.
• Ensure there is proper and effective use of medical equipment and supplies and for notifying the centre manager of needs for repair, maintenance or replacements etc.
• Continuous monitoring of the other team members involved in service delivery
• Conducting regular internal quality audit checks at the centre

Responsible for reporting on all major and minor complications arising in the day to day operations of the centres

• Timely recognition of potential medical complications and dealing with or refer them as appropriate.
• Timely and appropriately reporting on all major and minor complications to the MAT
• Establishing clear and concise referral protocols and directories that are routinely updated.
• Providing timely feedback to the team on any gaps identified in the comprehensive treatment cycle.
• Coordinating and administering relevant and timely continuous medical updates to other staff to meet MSK’s operations needs
• Develop clear framework for regular clinical updates for all health care staff cadres at the centres
• Preparing and participating fully in Continuous Medical Education (C.M.E.)
• Liaise with the QAM department in supporting regular quality updates at the centre
• Routinely seek personal professional development in clinical skills and updates to deliver high quality services

Accurate information is available relating to service delivery and client feedback at the centres

• Maintain high quality service delivery data and ensure prompt reporting is achieved in line with MOH and MSK reporting framework
• Respond to data collection needs appropriately
• Proactively seek clients feedback in line with MSK customer focussed approach

Empowering and Effective team management

• Day to day supervision of the clinical service team to ensure that team delivers high quality services
• Routine mentorship and on job training of peers and other health care cadre staff
• Participating in performance appraisal and feedback for other staff members within the team

Medical Doctor Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Medicine and Surgery from a recognized university.
• Must have completed 1 year of internship in a busy hospital
• Must be registered with the Medical Practitioners and dentists board and possess a valid Private practice License

Key Skills

• Proven clinical skills and competencies
• I.T skills
• Report writing skills
• Leadership skills