Female Gynecologist

Gynecologist (female) Khenshara, Metn region, Lebanon We are seeking a Female Consultant Gynecologist to provide medical services for unaccompanied or separated refugee children who have fled the current war in Syria. The need is initially for six months, with the possibility of extension. This post is based at the Temporary shelter/Community center of Khenchara, in the Metn region in Mount Lebanon (30 km north east of Beirut). The consultant gynecologist will work closely with the Center Manager and other experts to provide fully support for Syrian children at risk and their caregivers to overcome traumas of the war. She will works in good collaboration with other departments, and reports the activity of its service. Our work in Khenchara is generously funded by the Hermann-Gmeiner-Fonds Deutschland. This post will appeal to those with a passion for helping children. You will bring experience of medical services in Lebanon, preferably with Syrian refugees and have expertise in the rehabilitation sector with additional knowledge on Sexual and Gender Based Violence and practice with children. You will be familiar with and keen to interact with colleagues from the public health services sector and other NGOs.   Responsibilities: Diagnosing and treating diseases and disorders of female genital, urinary and rectal organs; Examining patient to determine medical problem, utilizing physical findings, diagnostic images, laboratory test results, and patient's statements as diagnostic aids; Discussing problem with patient and caregivers, prescribing medication and exercise or hygiene regimen;  Performing surgery as needed to correct malfunctions or remove diseased organ; Collecting, recording, and maintaining patient information, such as medical histories, reports, and examination results;                Prescribing or administering therapy, medication, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury;        Analyzing records, reports, test results, or examination information to diagnose medical condition of patient;            Explaining procedures and discussing test results or prescribed treatments with patients and care givers; Monitoring patients' conditions and progress and reevaluate treatments as necessary; Advising patients concerning diet, activity, hygiene, and disease prevention;          Referring patient to medical specialist or other practitioner when necessary;            Consulting with or providing consulting services to other facilities if needed and agreed with the SOS Lebanon management team;   Performing work by using, developing and / or improving the necessary work tools; Ensuring quality medical follow-up and when necessary transfer to other services; Identifying new needs, in terms of drugs and medical equipment; Preparing orders for medical supplies; Ensuring good respect of confidentiality related to patients; Collecting data from all activities and health indicators, monitoring, analysis and reporting; Attending training sessions related to the subject of work and the post; Ensuring close cooperation with other departments to build synergies in our work. Personal Specifications: Degree of Doctor of medicine associated to gynecology, valid license to practice in Lebanon; At least three years of post-graduate experience; Good knowledge of clinical management of post trauma victims and especially children; Experience in dealing with the Syrian community; Experience in dealing with national and international partners (NGOs, UNHCR, UNICEF, etc.); Excellent command of Arabic and English or French. Personal Attributes: Talent for dealing with children from a pedagogical point of view through patience and active listening - giving full attention to what children are saying, taking time to analyze and understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times; Social perceptiveness - being aware of children reactions understanding why they react as they do and means of communication such as children’s drawings; Critical thinking - using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems; Organization skills, self-disciplined, flexibility; A high interest and passion for working in the rehabilitation sector with children; Comfortable working in an international environment and cross culturally; Ability to work with current technology such as Word, Power Point, Excel, Outlook; Driving License and willingness to travel within Lebanon following security matters; Due to the nature of the post we are looking for applicants who have the right to live and work in Lebanon.