Forensic Physician at The Mirabel Centre

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensuring Quality of Services to Survivors
• Conducting medical/forensic examinations as needed and requested by the survivor, and ensuring timely completion and signing of the medical certificate
• Ensuring that international standards of care for survivors are met at all times and the best interest of the survivor remains paramount
• Evaluating and referring survivors to access additional healthcare that may not be provided at the Centre
• Providing information and instructions to survivors on the medical treatment regimen and available medical options, ensuring that the survivors and care-givers understand them
• Creating a safe environment for survivors to speak out and seek needed help and acknowledging the trauma they are going through
• Providing expert testimony in court on behalf of the client when needed.
• Providing information and sensitisation on prevention and support services to communities and stakeholders when needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 2 years post qualification as a medical doctor experienced in the direct provision of examinations, treatment, and care services to women and children
• Substantial knowledge and/or practical experience in health and medical issues pertaining to gender-based violence response, and in the provision of appropriate care for survivors.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply the principles of providing quality service delivery for survivors of gender-based violence in various settings and circumstances.
• Experience engaging constructively with diverse groups of stakeholders at all levels in a participatory, inclusive manner to address issues that may be viewed as sensitive or controversial with respect to traditional socio-cultural beliefs and practices.