Medical Officer
Organizational Context
The Division of Healthcare Management and Occupational Safety and Health (DHMOSH) within the UN Secretariat's Department of Operational Support provides expert healthcare and occupational safety services. It serves UN Secretariat entities globally, including field missions, and New York-based agencies. The division also offers strategic leadership on medical issues through the UN Medical Directors Network. This role is situated within DHMOSH.
Job Purpose
The Medical Officer will provide essential clinical and medico-administrative services within the Division of Healthcare Management and Occupational Safety and Health (DHMOSH). This includes managing day-to-day clinical duties, handling emergencies, and performing occupational health assessments such as pre-placement and periodic medical examinations. The role involves preparing UN staff for travel, administering immunizations, and providing health education. Additionally, the Medical Officer will oversee medical evacuations, liaise with medical facilities, and ensure adherence to UN medical policies. This position contributes to the health and well-being of UN personnel and supports the operational readiness of the organization by ensuring staff are medically fit for duty and well-supported during medical emergencies or evacuations.
Responsibilities
The Medical Officer is responsible for a range of clinical duties, including managing walk-in clinics and responding to emergencies. This includes conducting pre-placement and periodic medical examinations for staff, and preparing personnel for international travel with necessary immunizations and health advice. The role involves referring staff to external specialists and following up on their care. Health promotion and education programs are also a key responsibility, alongside participation in occupational health and work environment assessments. Medico-administrative duties encompass managing and supervising medical evacuations, reporting, and liaising with both UN medical units and host-nation facilities. The Medical Officer will ensure compliance with UN policies on medical clearances, sick leave, and evacuations, and contribute to crisis preparedness plans. The role may also involve deputizing for senior medical officers.
Work Experience
A minimum of five years of progressive clinical experience is required. Experience in clinical, occupational, and tropical/travel medicine is necessary. A residency in internal medicine, emergency medicine, or occupational medicine is also required. Desirable experience includes data analytics.
Skills
Clinical, occupational, and tropical/travel medicine knowledge. Formal training in CPR, preferably BCLS and ACLS. Professionalism, teamwork, planning, and organizing skills.