Assistant, Midwife

Pakistan Centre for Philanthropy; Mansehra; On-site; PKR 350,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

A recognized health organization is seeking an experienced Assistant, Midwife to provide critical maternal and newborn health services. The role involves supporting the Midwife in various healthcare tasks, from antenatal care to childbirth support, ensuring the health and safety of mothers and babies. Ideal candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience in a health facility. This position is based in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan.

Qualifications

• At least one year of relevant experience as an assistant Midwife in a health facility.
• Proficient in the use of midwifery equipment and procedures.
• Able to identify and refer to complications or emergencies appropriately.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Midwife in antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care.
• Monitor labor progress and support mothers during childbirth.
• Document midwifery-related activities and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Antenatal care

Postnatal care

Emergency response

Patient education

Infection prevention

Education

Certificate or diploma in Assistant Midwifery

Job description

The Assistant, Midwife will work under the supervision of a Midwife to provide basic maternal and newborn health services. The Assistant, Midwife is responsible for assisting the Midwife in conducting antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care, and ensuring the safety and well-being of mothers and babies. The Assistant, Midwife also participates in the promotion of maternal and newborn health, and the prevention of complications and infections.

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the Midwife in performing antenatal care, such as measuring blood pressure, weight, and fetal heart rate, and providing health education and counseling to pregnant women
• Prepare the delivery room and equipment, monitor the progress of labor, and support the mother during childbirth.
• Follow maternal and newborn care protocols as implemented in the country.
• Check vital signs and condition of the mother and the baby and provide breastfeeding and family planning advice.
• Assist the Midwife in identifying and referring any complications or emergencies, such as pre-eclampsia, hemorrhage, or neonatal resuscitation, to the appropriate level of care
• Maintain and sterilize the midwifery equipment, supplies, and drugs, and ensuring their proper storage, usage, and disposal.
• Document and report all midwifery-related activities, outcomes, and incidents, and maintaining accurate and complete records.
• Participate in the community mobilization and sensitization on maternal and newborn health, and disseminate accurate and timely information on health issues, services, and behaviors
• Follow the infection prevention and control standard measures

Perform other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed in this document are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and not necessarily all inclusive.

Job Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Certificate or diploma in Assistant Midwifery or equivalent as applicable in the country from a recognized institution.
• Valid license or registration to practice as an assistant Midwife, where applicable
• At least one year of relevant experience as an assistant Midwife in a health facility, preferably in a low-resource or humanitarian context.
• Proficient in the use of midwifery equipment, supplies, and drugs, and familiar with the basic Midwifery techniques and procedures.
• Able to assist the Midwife in performing antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care safely and effectively.
• Able to identify and refer to any complications or emergencies promptly and appropriately.

Additional Technical or Language Requirements

Code of Conduct

As applicable to this position, an individual must promote and encourage a culture of compliance and ethics throughout the organization and maintain a clear understanding of International Medical Corps’ and donor compliance and ethics standards and adheres to those standards. Staff are also responsible for preventing violations to our Code of Conduct and Ethics, which may involve Conflicts of Interest, Fraud, Corruption or Harassment. If you see, hear or are made aware of any violations to the Code of Conduct and Ethics or Safeguarding Policy, you have an obligation to report. If this is a supervisory position, one must set an example of ethical behavior through one’s own conduct and oversight of the work of others; ensure that those who report to you have sufficient knowledge and resources to follow the standards outlined in the Code of Conduct & Ethics; monitor compliance of the people you supervise; enforce the Code of Conduct & Ethics and International Medical Corps’ policies, including the Safeguarding Policy and the Protection from Harassment, Bullying and Sexual Misconduct in the Workplace Policy, consistently and fairly; support employees who in good faith raise questions or concerns.

Safeguarding

It is all staff shared responsibility and obligation to safeguard and protect populations with whom we work, including adults who may be particularly vulnerable and children. This includes safeguarding from the following conduct by our staff or partners: sexual exploitation and abuse; exploitation, neglect, or abuse of children, adults at risk, or LGBTI individuals; and any form of trafficking in persons.

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EEO statements have been retained as part of the description where applicable.