CALL FOR APPLICATIONS Doctors Without Borders, for its activities in MAMFE SURGEON (ref: MFSU200930) Doctors Without Borders (MSF) is an international non-governmental medical association providing assistance to populations in distress, to victims of natural or man-made disasters and to victims of armed conflict irrespective of race, religion, creed or political convictions. We observe neutrality and impartiality in the name of universal medical ethics and the right to humanitarian assistance and claim full and unhindered freedom in the exercise of our functions. Related with our activities we are looking for a SURGEON. Working locations: Mamfe District Hospital and ocasionally other Health Facilities in Mamfe sorroudings. Type of contract: Fixed Term Salary: According to the organisation´s Salary Grid – Level 9 Main Purpose Provide outpatient and/or inpatient medical care to patients/beneficiaries according to adapted and updated medical knowledge, Doctors without borders (MSF) protocols, values and universal hygiene standards to improve the patients/beneficiaries health conditions. Principal Tasks Coordinates the implementation of DWB clinical policies, tools, guidelines and protocols ( antibiotic prophylaxis, post-operative pain management, thrombo-prophylaxis, caesarean section, blood transfusion, etc) and recommendations (standard hygiene and sterilization rules, prevention to HIV, TB, Syphilis and Hep B exposure) in order to minimize clinical risks. Undertake pre-operative consultations, evaluating the surgical risks with the anaesthetist and/or other medical staff involved, and obtaining the patient’s signed consent to operate. Carry out emergency and programmed surgical intervention following DWB protocols and policies including swab counts, ensuring appropriate use of surgical equipment and proper OT registry entry/documentation of all OT intervention. Carry out post-operative clinical care and ward rounds collaborating with the anaesthetist, the Operating Theatre Nurse and ward staff or other Unit Managers to ensure compliance with DWB protocols and rational use of medicines. Attend OPD, emergency room when required. In collaboration with the anaesthetist, carry-out the collection …