General Surgeon

Scope of Work:

The CHC+ Surgeon provides comprehensive surgical and general medical care at Nawzad CHC+ of Helmand Province, covering both outpatient (OPD) and inpatient (IPD) services. The role includes diagnosis, treatment, minor and emergency surgeries, patient follow-up, and supervision of clinic nursing staff, ensuring quality care according to MoPH, UNICEF and WHO guidelines.

Outpatient Services (OPD):

• Conduct surgical and general consultations for men, children, and female patients when no female doctor is available.

• Take patient histories, perform physical examinations, and establish diagnoses.

• Prescribe treatments and provide health education in line with MoPH and WHO and UNICEF guidelines.

• Manage emergency surgical cases at the clinic level.

• Refer patients to vaccination or higher-level care as needed.

Inpatient Services (IPD)

• Daily monitoring and management of inpatients, including post-surgical patients.

• Perform surgical procedures according to BPHS and clinic guidelines.

• Follow up on patient recovery, including dressing changes and post-operative care.

• Supervise nursing staff in patient care and ensure proper documentation of all IPD activities.

• Order investigations and blood transfusions when required.

Emergency Care

• Provide immediate stabilization and management of surgical and medical emergencies.

• Participate in night duty and on-call rotations as scheduled.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate records for OPD and IPD patients, including surgical notes, progress charts, and referrals.

• Prepare and submit monthly reports to AYSO provincial office.

Other Responsibilities

• Attend meetings, trainings, and clinical updates as required.

• Extend working hours during emergencies or program needs.

• Follow AYSO policies and clinic protocols.

Qualifications & Skills

• Medical graduate from a recognized medical faculty with specialization in General Surgery.

• Minimum 2-3 years of relevant clinical experience.

• Knowledge of HMIS and patient documentation.

• Strong surgical skills, clinical judgment, teamwork, and patient management abilities.

• Conflict resolution skills.

·       Good communication and interpersonal skills.

·       Innovative skills.

·       Ability to work independently and under pressure.

·       Cultural sensitivity and understanding of local context.

·       Strong reporting and data collection skills.

·       Commitment to AYSO’s values, mission, policy, procedures and regulations.

Safeguarding

• Uphold and promote AYSO’s commitment to ensuring the safeguarding and safety of the vulnerable communities we serve.

• Consistent with AYSO’s safeguarding and protection policies, ensure all people who come into contact with AYSO are as safe as possible.

• Please submit CV to hr@ayso.org.af

• Applications after the closing date (12:00 AM) will not be accepted.

• Please Indicate the position title and vacancy Number in the Subject Line otherwise your application will not be considered.

• Please note that there is no telephonic inquiry and only shortlisted applicants will be contacted and called for an Interview.

• AYSO zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. AYSO also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.