Background
The Hans Foundation (THF), established in 2009, is a Public Charitable Trust that works towards creating an equitable society to enhance quality of life for all through the empowerment of marginalized and underprivileged communities in India. The Hans Foundation works for the Health and Wellbeing of remote and under-served groups, with an additional focus on children, persons with disabilities and women. THF also works for holistic Education and Livelihood development of our communities. Our Two-Fold Strategy involves identifying and working within Aspirational Districts and high poverty index in the North, North-East and East regions within specific states, as well as catering to lower-income and migratory populations in cities, through urban programs. Over its 15 years of existence, THF has reached more than 35 million beneficiaries through its programs. THF works with communities through direct implementation of projects on the ground in addition to providing local management and monitoring support to not-for-profit organisations in India funded through THF USA and RIST.
About Project
The Hans Wellness Centre (Health services for students) has been conceptualized with a focus on school students' mental and physical well-being. The health professionals working on this project would be the backbone to steer the project toward the intended impact and the outcomes. The Hans Foundation has started its kind initiative to provide improvement in the physical, mental, and social well-being of school-age children in 50+ schools of Delhi NCR, to help towards leading a healthy life. Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages and Sustainable Development and Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and lifelong learning opportunities for all. THF is willing to implement this unique project which is the need of the hour in Govt and private schools of Delhi NCR.
General Information
- Location: Ghaziabad
- Type of Employment: Contractual, renewable basis project requirements
- No. of Position: 01
- Reporting to: Project Manager/ Project Coordinator from THF, Ghaziabad, teacher/principal in the school
Few points to reflect upon as you apply for this role:
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Medical Officers who are passionate about working in the social impact domain and ready to take on grassroots challenges which occur daily will be preferred.
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The school resources are limited, therefore, a Medical Officer with a “Can Do It” attitude will be a great fit for this opportunity.
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The Medical Officer will be working in a clinic situated in schools. Work conditions would be different and will have fewer facilities compared to private/govt. clinics.
Duties & Responsibilities:
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Provide Primary Health Care Services.
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Responsible for overseeing team operations and supervising the day-to-day activities of the center.
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Coordinate with the ANM and take up cases referred by the ANM for examination.
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Refer the required cases to linked higher centers for further action.
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Create awareness of health topics in the school & community.
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Prepare trends of communicable and non-communicable diseases.
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Inspect the requisition and viability of medical equipment & instruments.
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Adhere to and ensure implementation & enforcement of Protocol/Quality systems.
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Maintain confidentiality of patient data.
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Attend the periodic review meeting organized by the THF Team.
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Manage teams and enhance their capacity building.
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Maintain digital health records (update the App and keep track of the same)
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Home visits to students’ house as per the instructions of Project Manager.
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Documentation – monthly report, progress deck, case/success stories etc.
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Ensuring smooth operations of the clinic with the help of a Fellow (MTW) & admin support
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Cross-verify the invoices raised against the prescription and coordinate with the medical/pharmacy representative/s
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Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the THF management.
Reporting to: Project Coordinator of The Hans Foundation, Nodal teacher/principal in the school.
Other Indicative Requirements:
Educational Qualifications: MBBS
Functional / Technical Skills and Relevant Experience & Other Requirements (Behavioural, Language, Certifications etc.)
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Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in public health programs, preferably in the pediatric department with good team management skills.
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Candidate must have good communication skills in Hindi & English.
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Should be registered with National Medical Council or State Medical
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Candidate with prior experience in the social development sector (set-up)/community-based project would be preferred.
Working days and Timings
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Monday – Saturday
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Timings – 08:00 AM to 04:00 PM (the timing is subject to change) 08 hours of duty
Holidays: As per Project Holiday List
Required Skills & Competences
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Have an empathetic & Compassionate attitude.
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Excellent Communication skills.
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Sensitive towards the needs of children.
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Ready to learn and unlearn as per the needs of the project.
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Problem solver and innovative.
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Excellent analytical and logical skills.
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Giving close attention to details and demonstrated the ability to handle sensitive or confidential information.
THF is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of caste, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other such matter.
