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Personal Services Contractor (PSC) vacancy announcement
LOCATION: Based in Tirana, Albania
WORK HOURS: Part-time (20 hours per week)
POSITION: Medical Assistant
CLOSING DATE: August 5[SUP]th[/SUP], 2019
The United States Peace Corps seeks a Medical Assistant to perform a variety of clinical and administrative duties in support of the Health Unit. The Medical Assistant (MA) works under the guidance of the Peace Corps Medical Officer (PCMO) and reports to the Country Director (CD) for administrative issues, based in Tirana, Albania.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Medical Assistant coordinates responsibilities directly with the PCMO. The MA must adhere to confidentiality regarding PCVs medical issues and possess excellent interpersonal and administrative skills.
· Providing administrative support and, to the extent credentialed, clinical support;
· Working as the health unit receptionist;
· Actively assisting the PCMO in clinical care;
· Screening phone calls, taking messages, coordinating requests, scheduling medical appointments;
· Distributing of medicines to Peace Corps Volunteers (PCVs) under PCMO oversight;
· Other clerical and administrative functions in support of the PCMO (s).
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIRMENTS:
· Successful completion of a nursing school (technical/university degree), general medical school, medical assistant program, and a valid registered clinical license/diploma or applicable. Knowledge and experience obtained through on-the-job training or under the direct guidance of a provider (supporting documentation must be submitted).
· Two years progressively responsible related experience with knowledge of administrative medical duties related to health services. Clerical and secretarial experience desirable.
· English language fluency required.
· Montenegrin language fluency required.
· Ability to communicate effectively in oral /written Montenegrin.
· Basic knowledge of administration of health units/facilities, including procurement of medical supplies and inventory control.
· Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Power Point, Access, Outlook, and Excel).
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
· Candidate will need to pass a background/security clearance;
· Candidate must maintain a current passport and be willing/able to travel in and out of Albania.
TO APPLY FOR THIS JOB:
Applications must be submitted to the Director of Management and Operations by COB August 5[SUP]th[/SUP], 2019 and will include: current resume or CV outlining related experience and qualifications; cover letter in English; three references; and, certificates/documents demonstrating the candidate’s skills and abilities. Application packages can be submitted via email to
AL-Information@peacecorps.gov ; via mail to Peace Corps Albania, PO Box 8180, Tirana, Albania; or in person 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Monday - Friday at Rr. Besnik Sykja, Nr. 2.
Only applications from qualified applicants received by COB August 5[SUP]th[/SUP], 2019 will be considered.
The Peace Corps is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information, please visit: http://peacecorps.gov/albania/contracts.
LOCATION: Based in Tirana, Albania
WORK HOURS: Part-time (20 hours per week)
POSITION: Medical Assistant
CLOSING DATE: August 5[SUP]th[/SUP], 2019
The United States Peace Corps seeks a Medical Assistant to perform a variety of clinical and administrative duties in support of the Health Unit. The Medical Assistant (MA) works under the guidance of the Peace Corps Medical Officer (PCMO) and reports to the Country Director (CD) for administrative issues, based in Tirana, Albania.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Medical Assistant coordinates responsibilities directly with the PCMO. The MA must adhere to confidentiality regarding PCVs medical issues and possess excellent interpersonal and administrative skills.
· Providing administrative support and, to the extent credentialed, clinical support;
· Working as the health unit receptionist;
· Actively assisting the PCMO in clinical care;
· Screening phone calls, taking messages, coordinating requests, scheduling medical appointments;
· Distributing of medicines to Peace Corps Volunteers (PCVs) under PCMO oversight;
· Other clerical and administrative functions in support of the PCMO (s).
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIRMENTS:
· Successful completion of a nursing school (technical/university degree), general medical school, medical assistant program, and a valid registered clinical license/diploma or applicable. Knowledge and experience obtained through on-the-job training or under the direct guidance of a provider (supporting documentation must be submitted).
· Two years progressively responsible related experience with knowledge of administrative medical duties related to health services. Clerical and secretarial experience desirable.
· English language fluency required.
· Montenegrin language fluency required.
· Ability to communicate effectively in oral /written Montenegrin.
· Basic knowledge of administration of health units/facilities, including procurement of medical supplies and inventory control.
· Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Power Point, Access, Outlook, and Excel).
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
· Candidate will need to pass a background/security clearance;
· Candidate must maintain a current passport and be willing/able to travel in and out of Albania.
TO APPLY FOR THIS JOB:
Applications must be submitted to the Director of Management and Operations by COB August 5[SUP]th[/SUP], 2019 and will include: current resume or CV outlining related experience and qualifications; cover letter in English; three references; and, certificates/documents demonstrating the candidate’s skills and abilities. Application packages can be submitted via email to
AL-Information@peacecorps.gov ; via mail to Peace Corps Albania, PO Box 8180, Tirana, Albania; or in person 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Monday - Friday at Rr. Besnik Sykja, Nr. 2.
Only applications from qualified applicants received by COB August 5[SUP]th[/SUP], 2019 will be considered.
The Peace Corps is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information, please visit: http://peacecorps.gov/albania/contracts.