BRIEF DESCRIPTIONThe job involves serving as a medical doctor specializing in the admission, assessment, and ongoing care of children with Severe Acute Malnutrition and pediatric patients up to 5 years old. The role requires diagnosing, preventing illnesses, and providing comprehensive medical attention.
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The Alliance for International Medical Action (ALIMA) is an independent humanitarian medical NGO that was created in 2009 by professionals of humanitarian medicine. ALIMA’s mission is to provide medical care in emergency situations or medical catastrophes.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Medical Doctor - NG MMC
Location: Borno
Job type: Full-time
Main Activities
Serve as a dedicated medical doctor specializing in the admission, assessment, and ongoing care of children presenting with Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM) and paediatric patients aged 0 to 59 months, which encompasses the crucial developmental stage up to 5 years of age.
In this role, you will play a pivotal role in evaluating and managing the health and well-being of these young patients, providing them with comprehensive medical attention and personalized treatment plans tailored to their specific needs.
Your expertise will contribute significantly to the early identification, intervention, and recovery of children facing nutritional challenges and other paediatric health concerns, ensuring that they receive the highest standard of medical care during this critical phase of their growth and development.
Tasks and Responsibilities
Work as a medical doctor for admission and review of SAM and paediatric patients (0-59 months) or below 5 years
Apply specialized medical knowledge and skills to diagnose and prevent illnesses in pediatric patients under the age of 5. Conduct both outpatient and inpatient consultations, adhering to ALIMA protocols at the designated duty station.
Communicate clearly with young patients and their families about their health conditions, providing age-appropriate explanations of the recommended treatments. Ensure that parents or guardians have a comprehensive understanding of the available treatment options and potential outcomes
Monitor the progress of hospitalized paediatric patients through daily visits, consultations, and examinations. Prescribe treatments in line with ALIMA protocols, make decisions regarding discharge or transfer to other paediatric departments while collaborating with fellow paediatricians, and keep families informed about the child's progress.
Maintain accurate and comprehensive patient records, documenting the final diagnosis at the time of discharge, which will be recorded in the praxis system.
Participate in continuous training sessions with the multidisciplinary medical team to enhance the quality of care provided to paediatric patients.
Adhere to and implement all ALIMA medical protocols, ensuring strict compliance with universal precautions at all times. Mitigate bio-hazard risks and enhance infection control practices. Safeguard the confidentiality of patients’ medical information.
As per the assigned roster, conduct health clinics for ALIMA staff members and their dependents, following the ALIMA Nigerian staff health policy and adhering to ALIMA treatment guidelines
RequirementsEducation:MBBS with full registration with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria.
Experience:Experience with pediatric patients below 5 years is an asset
Language:English and Local language essential (Hausa, Kanuri) . Mission language desirable.
Skills:Ability to follow instruction, Detail-oriented
Ability to work on initiative and adaptability to changing needs and situations
Organizational and time management skills
Commitment, flexibility, professionalism, service, stress management.
Cultural competency and patient advocacy
Strong interpersonal skills, teamwork, active listening, and effective communication skills
Perfect knowledge of MS Office packages, especially Excel & Word
Ability to work under pressure and calm emergency situations.
Strong knowledge of mission locations on duty
Application Closing Date10th November, 2026; 5:00 PM
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