Employer: International Organization For Migration (U.N)
Location: Baghdad - Iraq
Classification : General Service Staff, Grade G4
Type of Appointment : Special Short Term contract (SST)
Duration of Appointment : Three (3) months with possibility of extension
Closing Date : 12th December, 2021
Context:
Under the general guidance of the Chief of Mission of IOM Iraq and DCOM, under the overall
supervision of Migration Health Officer, the direct supervision of the National Medical Officer, the
Medical Receptionist will be responsible to perform the following duties.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1. Performs both routine and sensitive clinical tasks required by the Migration Health Physicians
during Migration Health Assessments, in particular: Positively identify refugee migrants prior
to their Laboratory and Radiology examinations, ensure antifraud measures are fully
implemented at these stages of Migration Health Assessment, decode serology results (if
requested by the supervisors), take and record medical history, perform anthropometrics,
visual acuity and vital signs measurements. Also Liaises with the data processing team to
make appointments for Drs' examination;
2. Prepares, install or sterilizes medical equipment needed for medical examination;
3. Requests and re-stocks required medical supplies and drugs and medicines;
4. Monitors and reports expiration dates of drugs/vaccines and medicines and refers to Project
Manager for disposal;
5. Maintains and safe-keeps medical kits used by medical escorts and staff on duty mission;
6. Perform medical escort duties within/outside Iraq when required
7. Performs pre-departure medical checks and administers treatment for traveling
refugees/migrants;
IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Aapplications from qualified
female candidates are especially encouraged as well as the Internal and external
candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal
candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.
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8. Coordinates the work of the Junior Nurses and assists the IOM doctors in organizing work
assignments and health assessment workflows;
9. Coordinates with the TB assistant about work at the TB clinic-or the national TB program;
10. Ensures timely return of all completed medical forms to the respective embassies, High
commissions and Data Processing unit within IOM MHD in Amman;
11. Maintains confidentiality of information and collaborative relationship with clients, partners
and health professionals;
12. Performs any other duties that may be assigned by from time to time.
Qualifications;
Education
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or a related field from an accredited academic institution, with
two years of relevant professional experience; or
• Completed High School degree from accredited academic institution with four years relevant
professional experience.
Experience
• Flexibility, tolerance and capacity to work in team
• Computer literacy and ability to perform analysts on clinical or public health data
• Good knowledge and experience in the culture and tradition of Iraq .
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• High sense of responsibility, dedication and honesty are desirable attributes .
• Effectively applies knowledge of health issues in execution of responsibilities at appropriate
level
• Maintains confidentiality and discretion in appropriate areas of work.
Location: Baghdad - Iraq
Classification : General Service Staff, Grade G4
Type of Appointment : Special Short Term contract (SST)
Duration of Appointment : Three (3) months with possibility of extension
Closing Date : 12th December, 2021
Context:
Under the general guidance of the Chief of Mission of IOM Iraq and DCOM, under the overall
supervision of Migration Health Officer, the direct supervision of the National Medical Officer, the
Medical Receptionist will be responsible to perform the following duties.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1. Performs both routine and sensitive clinical tasks required by the Migration Health Physicians
during Migration Health Assessments, in particular: Positively identify refugee migrants prior
to their Laboratory and Radiology examinations, ensure antifraud measures are fully
implemented at these stages of Migration Health Assessment, decode serology results (if
requested by the supervisors), take and record medical history, perform anthropometrics,
visual acuity and vital signs measurements. Also Liaises with the data processing team to
make appointments for Drs' examination;
2. Prepares, install or sterilizes medical equipment needed for medical examination;
3. Requests and re-stocks required medical supplies and drugs and medicines;
4. Monitors and reports expiration dates of drugs/vaccines and medicines and refers to Project
Manager for disposal;
5. Maintains and safe-keeps medical kits used by medical escorts and staff on duty mission;
6. Perform medical escort duties within/outside Iraq when required
7. Performs pre-departure medical checks and administers treatment for traveling
refugees/migrants;
IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Aapplications from qualified
female candidates are especially encouraged as well as the Internal and external
candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal
candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.
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8. Coordinates the work of the Junior Nurses and assists the IOM doctors in organizing work
assignments and health assessment workflows;
9. Coordinates with the TB assistant about work at the TB clinic-or the national TB program;
10. Ensures timely return of all completed medical forms to the respective embassies, High
commissions and Data Processing unit within IOM MHD in Amman;
11. Maintains confidentiality of information and collaborative relationship with clients, partners
and health professionals;
12. Performs any other duties that may be assigned by from time to time.
Qualifications;
Education
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or a related field from an accredited academic institution, with
two years of relevant professional experience; or
• Completed High School degree from accredited academic institution with four years relevant
professional experience.
Experience
• Flexibility, tolerance and capacity to work in team
• Computer literacy and ability to perform analysts on clinical or public health data
• Good knowledge and experience in the culture and tradition of Iraq .
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• High sense of responsibility, dedication and honesty are desirable attributes .
• Effectively applies knowledge of health issues in execution of responsibilities at appropriate
level
• Maintains confidentiality and discretion in appropriate areas of work.
