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IOM- International Organization for Migration (Voir toutes les offres)

Alger,Algerie Expire le : 11 Août 2024

Details:

Under the supervision of the IOM Chief of Mission (CoM) in IOM Algeria for administrative matters, and technical supervision and guidance of the Regional Travel Health Coordinator, the incumbent will provide medical escort services to the beneficiary(ies) during all phases of their journey under IOM’s care, from Pre-departure through to handover upon arrival.

The Medical Escort (ME) is expected to carry out his/her duties in accordance with strictest moral, ethical, and professional standards and with due respect for gender and socio-cultural differences of the beneficiary(ies).

The ME should remain flexible and adaptable in the event of any change in plans, as last-minute cancellations or changes to itineraries can occur.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

Prior to departure:

1. Verify validity of passport, visa and medical license. Ensure that the copy of medical license is prepared for the trip.

2. Undertake pre-departure preparations consisting of familiarization with the escorted beneficiary(ies) and their medical files, as well as discussion and planning with the IOM medical team in the country of departure or the Regional Office (RO) and with external specialists, as necessary. Remote consultations with the receiving healthcare provider, IOM HQ or specialists.in other IOM country offices may be necessary depending on the situation and are particularly important for severe medical cases.

3. Ensure that the Medical Information Form (MEDIF) or Medical Information Form forTravel (MEDA) has been submitted to the respective airline and their approval received

4. Examine all aspects of the trip well in advance of departure, such as flight and layoverduration, access to medical facilities, and special travel arrangements (e.g. wheelchairspecial seating or stretcher, oxygen, ambulance, and others).

5. Become familiarized and sign off on the written Medical Escort Plan (MEP). Ensurethat the MEP includes specific instructions and actions to be taken during transit anddestination, such as focal persons to be met, communications to be maintained withidentified parties, and options in the event of contingencies. The MEP should alsospecify the frequency and nature of vital signs and other parameters to monitor anddocument (e.g. oxygen saturation in flight), as well as which interventions to performand the scope of an interim "fitness to travel" assessment that should be conductedbetween travel segments, as applicable. If such information is not provided, requestclarifications of each point from the IOM case managers.

6. Obtain emergency contact information (for both OPS and MHD staff) for use intransit, at the port of entry (POE) and at the final destination (FD).

7. Check the content of the medical escort’s kit, request additional medication or medicalequipment as needed. Maintain a written inventory of supplies used during travelsubmitted to the IOM mission upon return.

8. Ensure that several copies of the Medical Escort forms MH06-B and MH06-Dprepared for the trip, and one set of forms MH06-A and MH06-C.

9. Ensure that a mobile phone with international roaming is available and in good orderKeep open communication channels before departure, in transit (if necessary, in-flightand upon arrival.

10. Introduce him/herself and brief patients and their families on the MEP prior to travelPatients should be briefed on what to expect from the ME service, includingresponsibilities of an IOM ME towards escorted cases (e.g. escorted patients andfamilies should be aware that the escort is required to remain in close proximity toescorted case throughout the journey).2.

11. Ensure that the escorted individual(s) is/are fit to travel prior to departure. The MEreserves the right to cancel the escorted individual(s) from a flight after evaluatingtheir clinical condition if they are deemed not fit to travel. The cancellation should bedone in coordination with the physician in IOM Jordan or the relevant RO, if there isno MHD presence in the mission. Immediately notify the relevant MHD andOperations staff of any event that may result in a delay/alteration of the plans.

In transit:

12. Introduce him/herself to airplane cabin staff, briefly explain the ME’s duties andengage their assistance in case of a medical emergency. Provide medicalassistance, as well as non-medical support, to other beneficiaries travelling underthe auspices of IOM as needed.

13. Follow the MEP, regularly monitor the health status of escorted beneficiary(ies) and other beneficiaries in need of medical assistance. If necessary, provide emergency interventions in coordination with the airline crew, and if available, ground medical team. Record medical notes, observations and interventions in a comprehensive manner, with appropriate frequency and detail.

14. Perform fitness-to travel check before each travel segment.

15. Stay in close proximity to the beneficiary(ies) throughout the journey. Do not leave the beneficiary(ies) unattended without a legitimate reason and for longer than absolutely necessary. Inform beneficiary(ies) about your whereabouts and expected time of return whenever the absence is necessary.

16. In case of significant deterioration of the beneficiary’s condition that results in travel deviation or a need for special reception arrangements, such as unplanned hospitalization, immediately notify IOM staff in the sending and receiving missions and, if applicable, the transit mission. Stay with the patient until released by the IOM staff in sending or receiving missions, as well as the medical personnel assuming further care of the patient. Upon arrival:

17. At the end of the itinerary, hand over the escorted patients to a responsible entity. If a planned or emergency hospitalization is required immediately upon arrival or during transit, the handover should only be made to clinical staff at the hospital.

18. Ensure that any un-escorted onward travel connections are completely understood by the passenger, accompanying family members, non-medical escorts, or partner agencies.

19. Upon handover of the beneficiary(ies) to the receiving party, fill in the Migrant Handover Notification Form (MH06-D) and get it signed by the receiving party. Provide one copy to the receiving party and retain the other copy. Release the medical records and a copy of the Observation and Intervention Report (MH06-B) to the beneficiary(ies) or his/her guardian.

20. If any special medical equipment, such as a portable oxygen concentrator (POC), was obtained for the beneficiary’s use during the movement from the POE to the FD, ensure that it is returned, or booked to return, to the IOM POE or an external service provider, as per instructions received before travel or at the POE.

21. Submit the Migrant Handover Notification Form (MH06-D), the Escort Report Forms (MH06-A and B), the Medical Escort Checklist (MH06-C), the medical escort kit and the mobile phone (if provided by IOM) to IOM Algeria within 1 (one) week of return to the duty station, unless agreed otherwise.

22. Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Languages:

• Fluency in English and French (oral and written).

• Working knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education:

• University Degree in Medicine from an accredited academic institution with minimum of four years of clinical experience,

• Valid certification in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS); Clinical specialty linked to the medical profile of the escorted beneficiary (advantage if: Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Neurology, Psychiatry, Anesthesiology, Cardiology or Pulmonology).

• Nursing Degree with a minimum of 2 years relevant clinical experience and a valid license to practice nursing in Algeria; OR Diploma in Nursing with a minimum of 4 years relevant clinical experience, and a valid license to practice nursing in Algeria.

Experience:

• Training or working experience in the areas of Tuberculosis management, mass immunizations, communicable diseases, laboratory testing or public health is an advantage.

• Previous work experience with an international organization and NGOs or working with refugees or migrants would be an advantage.

• Good technical skills, including in phlebotomy.

• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel,

• PowerPoint, Word, and SharePoint.

• Demonstrated ability to maintain accuracy and confidentiality in performing responsibilities.

• Willing to accept flexible work schedule.

Required Competencies:

Values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.

• Integrity and transparency maintain high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.

• Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent, and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

Core Competencies:

• Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.

• Delivering results: pproduces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.

• Managing and sharing knowledge continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge, and innovate.

• Accountability: takes ownership of achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.

• Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring, and motivational way.

Other:

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.

Only candidates residing in either the country of the duty station or from a location in a neighbouring country that is within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered. In all cases, a prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station, or in the neighbouring country located within commuting distance, and work permit, as applicable.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via email to :

hralgiers@iom.int

by 26 May 2024 at the latest, referring to this advertisement CVS/2024/004.

In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application on your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.

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