CLINICAL OFFICER / PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT_ BOTSWANA

To provide high-quality outpatient and inpatient clinical care to patients and IDPs in accordance with MSF/ICRC/Ministry of Health protocols, standards, and procedures.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform patient consultations in the outpatient department (OPD) and inpatient ward (IPD), ensuring accurate diagnosis, treatment, and referral as per clinical guidelines.

• Manage common medical conditions, including infectious diseases (malaria, TB, HIV/AIDS), non-communicable diseases, and malnutrition.

• Provide comprehensive sexual and reproductive health services, including antenatal care, normal delivery, postnatal care, and family planning.

• Perform selected minor surgical procedures and assist in major surgical operations under supervision.

• Ensure accurate documentation of patient data in registers and individual files, maintaining patient confidentiality.

• Oversee the pharmacy store, ensuring rational drug use, proper storage, and timely ordering of medical supplies.

• Supervise, mentor, and train subordinate staff (nurses, midwives, clinical officer interns).

• Participate in outbreak investigation and response (e.g., cholera, measles).

• Adhere to infection prevention and control (IPC) standards at all times.

• Compile and submit weekly and monthly morbidity and mortality reports.

Person Specification:

• Essential: Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery from a recognized institution.

• Essential: Valid practicing license from the Clinical Officers Council (COC) of Kenya.

• Essential: Minimum 3 years of continuous post-registration clinical experience.

• Essential: At least 1 year of experience working in a humanitarian, low-resource, or remote setting.

• Desirable: Higher National Diploma (HND) in Paediatrics, Reproductive Health, or Anaesthesia.

• Desirable: Proficiency in computer skills and health data management.

• Skills: Strong clinical reasoning, ability to work under pressure in a multicultural team, leadership skills, and adaptability.

Benefits:

• Competitive tax-free salary.

• Per diem during assignments.

• Free furnished accommodation.

• Comprehensive health insurance (including evacuation).

• R&R (Rest and Recuperation) breaks.

• Round-trip flight ticket at beginning and end of contract.