🇸🇱 Job Vacancies @ Partners In Health (PIH) – 4 Positions
Partners In Health (PIH) is recruiting to fill the following positions:
1.) Facility Assistant
2.) MCH Aid (x2)
3.) Medical Officer
See job details and how to apply below.
1.) Facility Assistant
Vacancy Announcement
Job title: Facility Assistant
Work Location: Kailahun ( Jojoima , B uedu or Bandajuma CHC)
Department: Operation
Reports to: Admin Officer
Line Management
No
Application Status
External Advert
Organisation Profile
Partners In Health (PIH) is an international health organization relentlessly committed to improving the health of the poor and marginalized. PIH partners with local governments to build local capacity and works closely with impoverished communities to deliver high-quality health care, address the root causes of illness, train providers, advance research, and advocate for global policy change. Our delivered services in the field are based in our partnership with the Governments and Ministries of Health and the support to education, training and mentorship to Health care workers and students is one of our pillars for the Health care system strengthening.
PIH currently has implementation programs in Haiti, Rwanda, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Peru, Mexico, Russia, Sierra Leone and Navajo Nation. Through our partnership with Harvard Medical School and the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, we support a wide range of programs in dozens of other countries around the world.
Our Work In Sierra Leone: Partners In Health (PIH) began supporting the government of Sierra Leone in response to the Ebola epidemic in October 2014. Recognizing the large need for continued investments in the health system after Ebola, PIH is committed to long-term health system strengthening in support of the Ministry of Health and Sanitation (MOHS), guided by the same principles as our emergency response and our work around the world: public sector accompaniment, integrated and comprehensive services, social justice, nimbleness and flexibility, partnership, community ownership, and evidence-based interventions. In the aftermath of the epidemic, PIH is committed to supporting the delivery of comprehensive health services in Sierra Leone, from the community level to the health center and to referral hospitals.
Position Overview
PIH-Sierra Leone is supporting the Ministry of Health and Sanitation in the implementation of the five-year World Bank funded QEHSSSP health systems strengthening project that will implement a comprehensive Hub-and-Spoke approach in 5 districts in Sierra Leone through focused investments in staff, stuff, space, systems and nutrition.
Through the project, Partners in Health, in the leadership of Ministry of Health and Sanitation, will be supporting 3 health facilities in the district ( Jojoima , Buedu and Bandajuma ) through comprehensive health systems strengthening approaches to develop these sites as sites for comprehensive Reproductive, Maternal, Neonatal, Child Adolescent Health and Nutrition services.
The positions will be based in one of the health facilities in Kailahun : Jojoima CHC, Buedu CHC or Yawei Bandajuma CHC.
The Facility Assistant is a critical member of the PIH Sierra Leone team and will work collaboratively with the clinical and support services staff to provide high-quality , comprehensive maternal and newborn health services at all PIH supported and affiliate d sites as required. Facility Assistant will work closely and under the su pervision of the Administrative Officer .
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Responsible for cleaning of Office Building, Quest House buildings, removing debris, and the entire compound clean and tidy.
- Clean (Shampooing) of carpets, empties trash can/waste bin, and replace lining of trash cans in both offices and quest houses.
- Ensure proper cleanliness of the areas around the office such as walkways and parking lots.
- Clean, dust and mop office floors by using a variety of equipment and cleaning products.
- Wipe down desks and chairs and make sure that all stubborn smears are removed using appropriate cleaning materials.
- Monitor building security and safety by performing such tasks as locking doors after operating hours and checking electrical appliance use to ensure that hazards are not created . d6tU2kB B2Mjo4
- Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, and squeegees.
- Clean and service restrooms with mops and disinfectants.
- Replenish towels, soap and toiletries in bathrooms on a regular basis.
- Identify and report possible repairs, replace faulty light bulbs.
- Move around heavy equipment and furniture for the purpose of storage or rearranging.
- Spray insecticides and fumigants to prevent insect and rodent infestation.
- Perform other duties relating to job as may be directed by the Administrative Officer.
Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment
At Partners In Health, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including our patients, families and community members – as well as our staff are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment . A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Partners In Health’s PSEAH policy. Partner In Health will request information from applicants’ 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 their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
Education and Work Experience Requirements
- Must be educated to BECE Level
- 1 Year of office experience in similar organisation
Social Justice
We are a global health and social justice organization that responds to the moral imperative to provide high-quality health care globally to those who need it most. We strive to ease suffering by placing patients at the center of all care, bringing the benefits of modern medicine to all.
Method of application
Interested candidates are required to apply through our website: www.pih.org/employment . In your application, please ensure to include names, addresses, email addresses and tel ephone numbers of three (3) referees.
2.) MCH Aid (x2)
Vacancy Announcement
Job title: MCH Aid X 2
Work Location: WBC Maternity
Department: Clinical
Reports to: Midwife In Charge
Line Management
No
Application Status
External Advert
Organisation Profile
Partners In Health (PIH) is an international health organization relentlessly committed to improving the health of the poor and marginalized. PIH partners with local governments to build local capacity and works closely with impoverished communities to deliver high-quality health care, address the root causes of illness, train providers, advance research, and advocate for global policy change. Our delivered services in the field are based in our partnership with the Governments and Ministries of Health and the support to education, training and mentorship to Health care workers and students is one of our pillars for the Health care system strengthening.
PIH currently has implementation programs in Haiti, Rwanda, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Peru, Mexico, Russia, Sierra Leone and Navajo Nation. Through our partnership with Harvard Medical School and the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, we support a wide range of programs in dozens of other countries around the world.
Our Work In Sierra Leone: Partners In Health (PIH) began supporting the government of Sierra Leone in response to the Ebola epidemic in October 2014. Recognizing the large need for continued investments in the health system after Ebola, PIH is committed to long-term health system strengthening in support of the Ministry of Health and Sanitation (MOHS), guided by the same principles as our emergency response and our work around the world: public sector accompaniment, integrated and comprehensive services, social justice, nimbleness and flexibility, partnership, community ownership, and evidence-based interventions. In the aftermath of the epidemic, PIH is committed to supporting the delivery of comprehensive health services in Sierra Leone, from the community level to the health center and to referral hospitals.
Position Overview
Over the past 7 years, PIH has been working with the MOHS and District Health Management Team in Kono District, Sierra Leone, to implement comprehensive health systems strengthening in the district’s secondary hospital, multiple primary care sites as well as through a comprehensive community-based programs system.
The MCH Aid is a critical member of the PIH Sierra Leone team and will work collaboratively with the clinical and support services staff to provide high-quality, comprehensive maternal and newborn health services at all PIH supported and affiliated sites as required. The MCH Aid will work closely and under the supervision of the facility midwife.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide high quality antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal care to pregnant women, new mothers and their babies, including provision of the full package of antenatal care services as per the Sierra Leone national protocols and guidelines for emergency and obstetric and newborn care.
- Triage and monitor the vital signs of patients when needed
- Actively participate in the identification and management of antenatal complications requiring treatment, follow-up and clinical management.
- Provide high quality and timely basic emergency care for obstetric complications during antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal periods.
- Administer vaccines and other medications under the supervision of the midwife
- Assist high quality normal delivery care including ensuring proper monitoring of labor through the use of the partograph and other monitoring tools in use in the department.
- Provide daily essential newborn care to all infants born. Identify, liaise with the clinical team and prepare for transfer sick babies to KGH/MCOE for further treatment as needed.
- Provide routine daily postnatal care for women and infants through to 6 weeks postpartum.
- Liaise with the midwife to evaluate postnatal patients prior to discharge and provide discharge counseling to ensure that mothers are able to care for their newborns competently and confidently.
- Assist to ensure proper documentation is maintained in all maternal and newborn records, health registers and clinic registers. d6i1yrc B2Mjo4
- Collaborate with the midwife and the rest of the staff to ensure clinical staff can provide BEmONC services in line with MOHS and WHO standards.
- Ensure that the delivery center is kept clean and free from health hazards
- Ensure that delivery instruments are clean, sterilized and kept in their appropriate places
- Prepare documentation and participate in MDSR monthly reviews, including presentations for the facilities and DHMT.
- Collaborate with the midwife to provide clinical assessment, birth plan development, and on-going care for patients at the facilities we work in.
- Support maternal and newborn health outreach activities in collaboration with the midwife and Facility Clinical Lead.
- Work rotating shifts, including significant night shift coverage, and rotating “on call” weekends.
- Other responsibilities related to the work as required.
Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment
At Partners In Health, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including our patients, families and community members – as well as our staff are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Partners In Health’s PSEAH policy. Partner In Health will request information from applicants’ 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 their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
Education and Work Experience Requirements
- MCH Aid certification from recognized training school or institution.
- At least two years MCH Aid experience in a low-resource health care setting.
- A strong commitment to social justice and health as a human right is essential in all aspects of the leadership and management.
- The candidate should have a demonstrated ability to be flexible and effective in the face of unexpected challenges as well as the willingness to accept a standard of living that is clean and comfortable but simple.
Must not hold dual employment .
Social Justice
We are a global health and social justice organization that responds to the moral imperative to provide high-quality health care globally to those who need it most. We strive to ease suffering by placing patients at the center of all care, bringing the benefits of modern medicine to all.
Method of application
Interested candidates are required to apply through our website: www.pih.org/employment . In your application, please ensure to include names, addresses, email addresses and telepho ne numbers of three (3) referees not later than 12:00pm GMT (Midnight) on Friday 8th December 2023
3.) Medical Officer
Vacancy Announcement
Job title: Medical Officer – RMNH/MCOE
Work Location: Kono ( Koidu District)
Department: Maternity
Reports to: OBGYN Leads
Line Management
TBD
Application Status
External Advert
Organisation Profile
Partners In Health (PIH) is an international health organization relentlessly committed to improving the health of the poor and marginalized. PIH partners with local governments to build local capacity and works closely with impoverished communities to deliver high-quality health care, address the root causes of illness, train providers, advance research, and advocate for global policy change. Our delivered services in the field are based in our partnership with the Governments and Ministries of Health and the support to education, training and mentorship to Health care workers and students is one of our pillars for the Health care system strengthening.
PIH currently has implementation programs in Haiti, Rwanda, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Peru, Mexico, Russia, Sierra Leone and Navajo Nation. Through our partnership with Harvard Medical School and the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, we support a wide range of programs in dozens of other countries around the world.
Our Work In Sierra Leone: Partners In Health (PIH) began supporting the government of Sierra Leone in response to the Ebola epidemic in October 2014. Recognizing the large need for continued investments in the health system after Ebola, PIH is committed to long-term health system strengthening in support of the Ministry of Health and Sanitation (MOHS), guided by the same principles as our emergency response and our work around the world: public sector accompaniment, integrated and comprehensive services, social justice, nimbleness and flexibility, partnership, community ownership, and evidence-based interventions. In the aftermath of the epidemic, PIH is committed to supporting the delivery of comprehensive health services in Sierra Leone, from the community level to the health center and to referral hospitals.
Position Overview
The Maternity Centre of Excellence Hospital in Koidu City, Sierra Leone, provides high-quality maternal and neonatal care to the community. This state-of-the-art facility is operated in partnership with Partners In Health (PIH) and the Sierra Leone Ministry of Health and Sanitation. We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Medical Officer to join our Maternity team. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of reproductive patients, neonates and their families in Sierra Leone.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- To work as part of the RMNH Team, providing high quality clinical maternal and neonatal care services to the local and regional population in conjunction with other health workers working cohesively within the multidisciplinary team.
- Serve as Koidu Government Hospital (KGH) and the MCOE as a Medical Officer for PIH SL
- Complete daily rounds on Maternity wards with OBGYN’s, SACHO, CHO and midwifery and nursing staff
- Manage maternity cases according to national and international clinical guidelines
- Provide general support and supervision throughout the hospital, and across sites, as needed
- Direct supervision for CHOs, clinical officers working in maternity wards
- Working collaboratively with the obstetric/ maternity team, to improve perinatal care
- To participate in all processes around clinical governance, clinical audit and risk management/patient safety processes, MDSR/PDSR weekly/monthly meetings
- Providing regular data reports on the inputs/outputs of all maternity services as needed
- Initiating and overseeing Quality Improvement Projects within the maternity department to improve practice
- Provide support in both obstetric and gynecologic clinics including the High-Risk and postnatal clinics and provision of modern family planning methods
- Keeping up to date with current practices and innovations
Teaching & Supervision .
- Training and supervision of junior medical and midwifery/nursing team that work with him/her and will devote time to this activity on a regular basis. Participation in formal and informal teaching of the multi-professional team is expected as part of the role
- The post-holder will be expected to contribute to formal and informal teaching of undergraduate medical students attached to the clinical team and may be asked to provide seminars or lectures
- The post holder will be expected to undertake educational Outreach visits and provide support/advice to other maternity units within Kono region or in Partners in Health supported facilities within Sierra Leone and One PIH
Management and Leadership
- To contribute to maternal health clinical governance, patient safety, risk and clinical effective processes within the department including active participation in audit and guideline development both for the current units and the Maternal Centre of Excellence
- To actively engage and support the ongoing development and management of all services within the maternity unit d6i10Pz B2Mjo4
- PIH is committed to multi-professional and multi-disciplinary team working and you will be expected to work closely with colleagues both within and outside the maternity units to achieve this aim. As well as with our MOHS colleagues and management teams
- To actively participate in the effective and appropriate management of resources within the department
- To attend and contribute to multi-disciplinary meetings of various types as appropriate within the hospital and maternity units in particular.
Research
The post-holder would be expected to support ongoing research activity and would be encouraged to develop their own research ideas as appropriate. As well as to share accredited and approved relevant research with all staff to ensure that we they provide evidence based and current care to clients
Family Communication: Communicate effectively with families, providing them with updates on their infant's condition, explaining treatment options, and offering emotional support.
Collaboration: Work closely with a multidisciplinary healthcare team, including nurses, respiratory therapists, and other specialists, to provide comprehensive care.
Education and Training: Participate in training programs for healthcare staff and provide guidance on maternal and newborn care best practices.
Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records, including patient histories, treatment plans, and progress notes.
Quality Improvement and research : Participate in quality improvement initiatives and research to enhance the RMNH standards of care and patient outcomes.
- Adherence to Protocols: Ensure compliance with hospital policies, infection control measures, and national guidelines for RMNH care.
- Continuing Education: Stay current with advances in RNMH through continuous learning, attending conferences, and pursuing relevant certifications.
- Support the primary Health Care Units (PHUs) as required Provides training and service delivery in areas of RMNH care when necessary
- Community Engagement: Engage with the local community to promote maternal and neonatal health awareness and provide education on preventive measures.
- Cross-Departmental Support: In cases where the need arises, the Medical Officer may be required to provide support to other departments within Koidu Government Hospital. This support may extend to the Emergency Department, General Wards, and the Isolation Ward. The candidate will collaborate closely with the OBGYN’s, SACHO’s and CHO’s to ensure seamless care coordination and the highest standards of RMNH care across all departments. This collaborative approach reflects our commitment to holistic maternal and neonatal health and the well-being of the community we serve.
Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment
At Partners In Health, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including our patients, families and community members – as well as our staff are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Partners In Health’s PSEAH policy. Partner In Health will request information from applicants’ 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 their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
Education and Work Experience Requirements
- Medical degree (MBBS or equivalent) from a recognized and accredited medical school.
- Valid medical license and registration with the Sierra Leone Medical and Dental Council.
- A minimum of two years of clinical experience with a strong background in maternal healthcare is a must
- Proficient at performing obstetric ultrasound scan and diagnosing major sonographic obstetric emergencies
- Proficient at performing elective and emergency cesarean sections, hysterectomy’s and other obstetric and gynecology surgeries
- Provision of antenatal care, emergency obstetric care, PMTCT to HIV positive mothers, and care for victims of sexual violence
- Performing a wide range of tests, including cardiotocography , cervical cancer screening, and pelvic examinations
- Proficiency in English; knowledge of local languages is an asset.
- Proficiency in basic computing skills, including Microsoft Office, Goggle Drive and relevant Social Media
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong commitment to providing compassionate care to neonates and their families.
Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team and adapt to a resource-limited healthcare environment.
Social Justice
We are a global health and social justice organization that responds to the moral imperative to provide high-quality health care globally to those who need it most. We strive to ease suffering by placing patients at the center of all care, bringing the benefits of modern medicine to all.
Method of application
Interested candidates are required to apply through our website: www.pih.org/employment . In your application, please ensure to include names, addresses, email addresses and telepho ne numbers of three (3) referees not later than 12:00pm GMT (Midnight) on Friday 8th December 2023