Appel à candidature : MSF recherche un(e) Technicien(ne) d’assistance mobile(soins aigus), France.

 

 

 

 

RESPONSIBILITIES AND MAIN TASKS
In collaboration with the Medical Coordinator and under the supervision of the HQ referent the MST Acute Care will provide practical support in the applicable health care area to activity managers in accordance with Terms of Reference agreed for each assignment, normally comprising the following responsibilities:

  • Supporting the activity manager(s) or focal points in the practical implementation of program activities, including the formulation of (para)medical protocols and/or orders, strategies, planning, interaction with external actors (e.g. authorities, health committees), the correct sizing and composition of the HR set-up, etc.
  • Carrying out a functional evaluation in the specific (para)medical area, assessing quality of care, practices and organisation within the framework of MSF standards in order to identify the main areas for improvement in the provision of the relevant health care at the different structures.
  • Initiating and overseeing the implementation of the improvement plan based on the recommendations arising from the assessment (including objectives, priorities, strategies and tools to realise the strategy).
  • Supporting and guiding the field teams with the implementation of (new or revised) protocols, (para)medical devices/materials etc. and/or best practices in line with MSF frameworks.
  • Upon request of the hierarchical manager and in coordination with the relevant technical referents in HQ, develop new policies, tools, protocols and SOPs related to his/her area of expertise (with a local, regional or even global approach).

Surveillance & monitoring: 

  • Assisting the field team with ensuring an adequate set up for data management (data collection), monitoring and analysis, including the implementation, monitoring and analysis of qualitative and quantitative indicators for the activity.
  • Monitoring and ensuring compliance with MSF protocols and standards for the area of expertise and provide guidance and advice when necessary.

Contributing to capacity building by:

  • Identifying training needs and contributing to the definition of training content for the area of expertise.
  • Coaching the activity manager(s) or other relevant functions, facilitating team training and providing on-the-job training to clinical/(para)medical officers on fundamentals related to area of specialisation according to MSF standards to ensure best practice is delivered.

Contributing to the continuous learning and development of the (para)medical department in order to improve health care practices through:

  • Drafting reports and action plans following field visits to capture experiences, “lessons learnt” and the quality and status of the integration of the relevant health care component into the mission.
  • Contributing to the research & development of field tools, practices, guidelines and policies based on insights gained in the job.
  • Developing and maintaining knowledge of practices and approaches within the area of expertise, and to share this knowledge with others to enhance operational effectiveness.
  • Supporting and guiding field teams with the implementation of the OCBA Acute Care Toolkit – Facility based component along with the guidance documents (EECC and Trauma Policy and related Frameworks).
  • In collaboration with technical referents and L&D unit, identification of focal points for Acute Care at project level and contribution to the definition of their curriculum and training plans. Acute care focal points will be key to ensure knowledge retention, monitoring of activities and quality of acute care.
  • Close collaboration and harmonisation with Simulation project/TIC: as per need, technical revision and adaptation of simulation scenario to specific project characteristics (in collaboration with technical referents).

Providing direct field intervention:

Upon request, participate in emergency operations.

Other:

Upon request from the Hierarchical Manager, participate in congresses, workshops, seminars, etc.

SELECTION CRITERIA

  • Medical doctor with a licence to practice.
  • Specialisation in Internal Medicine and/or Emergency Medicine is an asset.
  • 2 years’ experience in relevant field or HQ positions in MSF or in a low resource setting. Previous MSF Experience is required.
  • Minimum 2 years’ post qualification professional experience.
  • Validation for covering (Para)Medical Activity Manager’s positions.
  • Experience providing training to adult learners. Experience in simulation will be an asset.
  • Fluent French and English written and spoken, other languages (Arabic, Portuguese) as an asset.

Essential Trauma Care:

  • Damage Control Resuscitation, polytrauma, fracture reduction/splinting, chest tube insertion, intra-osseous access, haemostatic measures (skin staple, tourniquet, suturing).
  • Management of emergency medical cases (primary and secondary survey, basic and advanced life support, including CXR interpretation and corresponding management) and of basic paediatric emergencies.
  • Procedural sedation and analgesia.
  • Management of Emergency Department organization: patient flow (including referrals), triage, teamwork approach to patient resuscitation + team debriefing, data collection and analysis in Emergency.

HOW TO APPLY
To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter.

Closing date: January 31st, 2023, 23:59 CET (Central European Time).

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