Obstetrician - Gynecologist

In accordance with Agency policy and procedures, the incumbent:

Is responsible for examination, management and follow-up of high-risk pregnancies and other women with special needs referred to him/her by the Health Centre Medical Officers and provides feedback to the referring Medical Officers on management plans with respect to such women;

Examines and treats all women with gynecological and/or obstetrical problems referred to him/her by the Health Centre Medical Officers according to a rotating work schedule prepared by the Chief, Field Health Programme and provides feedback on the outcome of care;

Maintains close coordination with maternity hospitals in order to ensure feedback on high-risk pregnancies referred for delivery or special care;

Plans and directs the in-service training of medical and nursing staff on safe reproductive health practices and insertion of intra-uterine devices;

Participates in the organization and conduct of health services research relevant to maternal health;

Performs such other duties as may be required.