Physician (St. Ann, Jamaica) - AIDS Healthcare Foundation

 Diagnoses and treats Sexually Transmitted Infections and HIV. The Job posting is at the AHF Medical Centre, St. Ann's Bay, St. Ann.

PHYSICIAN

Diagnoses and treats Sexually Transmitted Infections and HIV. This involves obtaining medical history and health status, performing general and/or focused medical examination of patients, diagnosing, advising and carrying out the necessary treatment and care of patients as well as making referrals for further professional and medical attention.

SUMMARY

Diagnoses and treats Sexually Transmitted Infections and HIV by performing the following duties – this involves obtaining medical history and health status, performing general and/or focused medical examination of patients, diagnosing, advising and carrying out the necessary treatment and care of patients as well as making referrals for further professional and medical attention.

All activities must be geared towards maintaining the highest levels of service to all internal and external stakeholders and clients. Must be sensitive to children’s issues and must conform to the guidelines and standards set by The Authority and to all legal, regulatory and statutory requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING. OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED.

• Examines patients to assess their health condition.
• Conducts examinations to ill patients and evaluate symptoms to determine their condition.
• Gives appropriate advice for healthy habits (diet, hygiene etc.) and preventative actions to promote overall health.
• Orders various tests, analyses, and diagnostic images to provide information on patient’s condition.
• Maintains accurate and detailed medical records about each patient, including observations during examination.
• Keeps record of patients according to AHF quality standards.
• Analyzes reports and findings of tests and examination, and diagnoses condition.
• Prescribes medications and drugs and provide comprehensive instructions for administration.
• Refers patients to other physician specialists for specialized treatment.
• Collaborates with other physicians and nurses to form a high performing medical team.
• Follows the Health National Guidelines for STI and HIV treatment and care.
• Functions as a liaison with the State STI/HIV/AIDS State Program to assure that treatment and care guidelines are followed.
• Ensures up to date knowledge of local and national STI and HIV guidelines and work within them.
• Ensures a working environment free of stigma and discrimination.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this Job Description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. AHF medical practitioners must be in good standing with an up to date knowledge of STI/AIDS/HIV infections and STI/AIDS/HIV treatment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Registration as a medical practitioner by The Medical Council of Jamaica.
• Three (3) years’ post internship experience.
• Proven experience as a physician.
• Excellent knowledge of STI, HIV/AIDS, their symptoms and epidemiology, as well as related treatments.
• Respect for patient’s confidentiality, compassionate and approachable.

COMPUTER/SOFTWARE SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Computer and Internet skills, including experience with MS Word and Excel. PowerPoint and any other database is an added advantage.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors. Working level of English and/or Spanish is an asset.

OTHER REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of Public Health Ordinances and medical jurisprudence.
• Ability to examine patients and prescribe and administer necessary treatment.
• Knowledge about the principles and practices of medicine including the diagnosis and treatment of STI’s, HIV/AIDS and non-communicable diseases.
• Ability to do pap-smears.
• Knowledge about local and international protocols for treating STI’s, HIV/AIDS and non-communicable diseases.
• Confidentiality with respect to information records concerning all patients.
• Ability to use tact and be sensitive when dealing with patients and their families.
• Demonstrable interest in patients, their needs and rights.
• Patient-centered approach focus when working with all patients regardless of their sexual orientation.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Registration as a medical practitioner by The Medical Council of Jamaica.

Interested individuals are invited to submit their applications and résumés with references to: AHFJamaica@aidshealth.org