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Job Summary 

The Mobile Clinic Midwife will work under the guidance and supervision of the mobile clinic doctor   to implement quality outpatient maternal health activities at designated communities under the The organization Safe Motherhood program sites in the Hassakeh Governorate.
The Mobile Clinic Midwife must be a mature, experienced professional, capable of critical thinking, problem solving, experienced in providing all routine antenatal care, maternal health education, and counseling to women of reproductive age especially pregnant women. This position requires thorough understanding of maternal healthcare and treatments. 
The Mobile Clinic Midwife is a prominent position on the medical team, and requires an individual with a kind, approachable demeanor who is organized, professional, and experienced in providing maternal healthcare, education, and counselling to beneficiaries. Excellent teamwork and communication skills are required to excel in this role. This position requires commitment and understanding of THE ORGANIZATION  Mission and Statement of Faith, as well as agreement and compliance with the The organization statement of faith and policies.

Hours:
40+ hours/wk (80% field time- requires daily travel to the field)

Key Responsibilities
General- 
 Uphold the humanitarian principles of humanity, neutrality, impartiality, and independence.
 Respect the THE ORGANIZATION  values at all times, both within and outside of working hours. 
 Be prepared to work within remote rural villages in Hassakeh Governorate, and to relocate at short notice.
 Work closely with all members of the medical team to provide the highest possible quality medical care for beneficiaries.
 Treat all beneficiaries and their relatives with respect and dignity.
 Maintain confidentiality for all beneficiaries.

Technical-
▪ Has an excellent understanding of all national and local policies and protocols pertaining to providing antenatal care and other maternal health service to women in the outpatient setting.
▪ Familiarize with the set up and operations of a mobile clinic unit
▪ Under the guidance of the mobile clinic doctor, conduct prenatal and gynecological clinical exams on patients. 
▪ Inform and educate pregnant women and patients about their health conditions, the conditions of their pregnancy and outcomes in a clear, concise, and empathetic manner. 
▪ Counsel pregnant mothers about care during pregnancy and preparation for birth
▪ Maintain all patients records in accordance with THE ORGANIZATION  protocols and as guided by the mobile clinic leader.
▪ Maintain daily tally of medical consumables and pharmaceuticals dispatched.
▪ Provide maternal health education, medication, and behavioral counseling to women who receive care the mobile clinics.
▪ Communicates clearly and gracefully with all  beneficiaries regarding preventative and therapeutic treatments, use of medications, practices and behaviors. 
▪ Attend to critical concerns of beneficiaries. Provide psychological assistance for beneficiaries who need critical support.
▪ Stay in close communication with all mobile clinic team colleagues regarding improvement of work flow and outcomes.

Staff Management –
 Not a supervisory role. 

Security -
 Adhere to THE ORGANIZATION  security management plan
 Report any security incidents or concerns to Health Program manager (HPM) or security personnel immediately

Communication and Coordination -
▪ Interpret as necessary between Arabic/Local language