Migration Health Physician

UN Atlas; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) MHAC in Pretoria seeks a qualified physician to oversee daily operations and conduct comprehensive migration health assessments in line with resettlement country requirements.

The role requires a medical degree, a valid license to practice in South Africa, and professional clinical experience. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills are essential, with English proficiency mandatory.

Qualifications

• Medical degree from an accredited institution.
• Valid license to practice medicine in South Africa.
• Professional clinical experience in the past three years if possible.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Migration Health Assessment Centre (MHAC) in Pretoria.
• Conduct migration health assessments, including examinations, imaging, labs, vaccinations, TB management, and referrals.
• Ensure accurate health records and data entry into MiMOSA and other databases.
• Support quality improvement, staff training, and adherence to SOPs.
• Contribute to budget oversight and procurement of medical supplies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Medical degree

Job description

Organizational context: The International Organization for Migration (IOM), established in 1951, is a leading UN agency dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration. It operates globally, saving lives, protecting people on the move, and facilitating pathways for regular migration. This role is situated within the Migration Health Assessment Centre (MHAC) in Pretoria, South Africa, reporting to the Chief of Mission and Sub-regional Director.

Job purpose: This role is responsible for the efficient daily operations of the Migration Health Assessment Centre (MHAC) in Pretoria, South Africa. The primary purpose is to conduct comprehensive migration health assessments that meet the technical requirements of resettlement countries. This involves overseeing medical examinations, imaging, laboratory testing, vaccinations, TB management, treatment, referrals, and pre-departure procedures. The position ensures accurate health information is recorded, contributes to quality improvement initiatives, and supports data analysis and reporting to maintain high standards of service delivery within the MHAC framework.

Responsibilities: Oversee the daily operations of the Migration Health Assessment Center (MHAC) in coordination with the Clinic Head. Conduct migration health assessments, including medical examinations, imaging, laboratory testing, vaccinations, TB management, and treatment/referrals, adhering to resettlement country requirements. Ensure accurate identification of individuals and meticulous recording of health information. Manage TB and STI treatment, support HIV activities, and coordinate TB case management. Contribute to immunization and presumptive treatment programs, ensuring compliance with technical guidelines and staff training. Implement quality improvement systems, conduct regular quality control, and ensure adherence to global and local SOPs. Analyze migration health data, ensure data quality, and provide regular reporting. Oversee data entry into MiMOSA and other databases. Contribute to financial oversight, budget preparation, and procurement of medical supplies.

Education: A university degree in medicine from an accredited institution is required, along with at least four years of professional work experience. A valid license to practice medicine in South Africa is mandatory. Accredited universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Work experience: Requires professional continuous clinical experience, preferably in a multidisciplinary hospital setting, with the last posting within the last three years. Knowledge of clinical medicine, patient safety, and infection prevention and control is essential. Experience in pediatrics, pulmonology, emergency medicine, internal medicine, public health, or healthcare management is advantageous.

Skills: Leadership skills (desirable), excellent communication skills, and organizational skills.

Required languages: English

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