Physician/Medical Doctor

Bakhter Development Network (BDN) was established and registered in 2001 with the Ministry of Economics in Afghanistan as an Afghan, non-political, non-profit, and non-governmental organization. BDN operates in line with its constitution in three sectors: education, health, and agriculture and livestock. With its current focus on public health and nutrition services, BDN's mission is to assist communities in the achievement of their own development goals, while its vision is a world of enabled communities working toward a brighter future.

Currently, BDN is involved in implementing different health projects across multiple provinces of Afghanistan, such as BPHS-EPHS projects in Balkh and vertical projects like CBNI, TSFP, PHNS, FSAC, GC7, S-WIFS, and RMNCAH/SRH and PSS services in provinces such as Balkh, Badakhshan, Baghlan, Faryab, Sar-e-Pol, Jawzjan, Samangan, Takhar, Kapisa, Ghazni, Kunduz, Paktia, Paktika, Khost, Kabul, Parwan, Panjshir, and Maidan Wardak.

BDN, in more than 20 years of its operation, has made impressive contributions in promoting access to quality healthcare and has developed a reputable track record in the effective implementation of numerous projects within the country. BDN adheres to the policy of equal employment opportunities, and its hiring process is based on evaluation by knowledge, skill, work experience, and ability, without regard to age, sex, race, religion, ethnicity, or physical status.

The medical doctor will play a critical role in delivering high-quality healthcare services as part of the project. This position involves providing medical care, diagnosis, treatment, and health education to patients in underserved communities.

A medical doctor is responsible for:

• Diagnosing and treating patients with various medical conditions and illnesses.
• Prescribe medications, treatments, and follow-up care as needed.
• Conduct physical examinations and order diagnostic tests as required.
• Provide curative services to patients according to BPHS.
• Support the provision of primary health care within the community.
• Counsel and educate patients, their families, and the community in relevant areas of health.
• Share knowledge, skill, and expertise with medical, midwifery, and nursing students and all professional staff concerning their job requirements.
• Participate in research, professional organizations, and related committees and in continuing education opportunities.
• Follow established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives; continuous quality improvement initiative; and safety, environmental, and infection prevention standards.
• Supervise and monitor all the activities of wards.
• Identify and report immediately any problem which interferes with the delivery of services or in achieving the program objectives to the team leader, and the team leader to his/her immediate supervisor
• Identify and report immediately any suspected epidemic cases.
• Participate in the weekly meeting of health facilities to share information and discuss the program's progress.
• The Head of the Facility is responsible for arranging weekly meetings or any meeting in case of requirements or emergencies.
• Fill the registry book, in a continuous manner (and while a patient is present), recording all patient data, diagnosis, prescriptions, referrals, advice, and other facts corresponding to examinations
• Closely collaborate with community health workers to strengthen the referral and linkage system with the communities
• Conduct monthly coordination meetings with Local Health Committee members and CHWs regarding the strengthening of the community health work.
• Provide emergency medical care and stabilize patients in critical conditions.
• Engage with local communities to understand their healthcare needs and concerns.
• Promote healthcare awareness and community participation.

• Medical degree (MD) and a valid medical license to practice in Afghanistan.
• At least 2 years of proven experience as a medical doctor, preferably in rural or underserved areas.
• Strong clinical skills and knowledge of standard medical procedures.
• Excellent communication and patient-centered care skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a healthcare team.
• Proficiency in local languages is an advantage.
• Knowledge of Afghan healthcare regulations and cultural sensitivity is a plus.

BDN is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.