Midwife for MHTs

Job Summary The midwife will play a crucial role in providing essential maternal and reproductive healthcare services as part of the project. This position involves offering prenatal care, assisting with deliveries, and providing postnatal care to expectant mothers and newborns. The midwife is responsible for: Have sufficient knowledge of and implement the Basic Health Services Package for Afghanistan. Register and record basic information regarding maternity health service clients. Complete ANC examinations and general physical examinations, and check vaccination cards for receiving the TT vaccine. Provide daily health education sessions. Provide information about family planning to women. Perform deliveries and other services according to the basic health service package. Recommend preventive treatment to women in accordance with guidelines and protocols. Collaborate with doctors in categorizing and examining patients in the absence of a female doctor. Provide delivery awareness and refer them to a doctor if necessary. Provide information about antenatal and postnatal visits and family planning, and emphasize their importance to women. Actively participate in committees for tetanus prevention and HMIS (Health Management Information System) quality improvement. Active participation in prevention committees. Proper maintenance of materials and equipment in the maternity health room and delivery room. Collaboration with other clinic members to provide better services. Prepare monthly reports on the intervals between deliveries, registrations (ANC and PNC), and daily use of tally sheets and health administration forms. Ensure cleanliness and tidiness of the mother and child health room. Show kindness and observe proper etiquette when interacting with patients and healthcare staff. Sterilize equipment and tools in the mother and child health room. Execute any other tasks assigned by the district clinic supervisor or relevant authority. Job Requirements Diploma or bachelor's degree in midwifery. Valid midwifery license to practice in Afghanistan. At least 2 years of proven experience as a midwife, with a strong focus on maternal and newborn healthcare. Knowledge of prenatal and postnatal care guidelines and best practices. Excellent communication and compassionate patient care skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a healthcare team. Familiarity with Afghan healthcare regulations and practices. Knowledge of local languages (Dari and Pashto) is essential. BDN is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.