ITP Doctor at Taimaka Project

In the specialized field of pediatric nutrition, the role of a physician is the ultimate safeguard for children facing the most severe medical complications. In Gombe State, medical doctors within Inpatient Therapeutic Programs (ITP) do more than treat illness; they lead clinical teams in a race against time to reverse the effects of severe acute malnutrition. Joining this mission means providing high-level medical oversight where evidence-based protocols and compassionate clinical leadership meet to redefine the future of child survival.

Job Summary

The ITP Doctor is a senior clinical position responsible for the medical management and high-level decision-making for children admitted with complicated Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM). You will lead ward rounds, manage clinical emergencies, and ensure that every treatment plan aligns with both national standards and innovative research protocols. Your expertise will be the driving force behind the successful stabilization and recovery of the project’s most critical patients.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Oversight & Ward Management

• Medical Leadership: Direct the delivery of intensive medical care for hospitalized children, ensuring strict adherence to the National Guidelines for the Management of SAM.
• Strategic Ward Rounds: Lead multidisciplinary rounds three times weekly alongside nurses and nutrition assistants to conduct comprehensive clinical evaluations.
• Treatment Calibration: Monitor patient progress in real-time and adjust medical interventions in close consultation with the ITP Consultant.
• Detailed Documentation: Maintain rigorous clinical notes and patient records following examinations, procedures, and daily rounds.

Emergency & 24/7 Coverage

• Rapid Response: Provide immediate intervention during clinical emergencies, including advanced procedures like cardiopulmonary resuscitation and difficult venous access (cannulation).
• Continuous Care: Participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation to ensure that a qualified physician is always available for the ward’s urgent needs.
• Professional Handovers: Facilitate the seamless transition of patient care through structured and detailed handovers between clinical shifts.

Operational Stewardship & Research

• Nutritional Monitoring: Oversee the timing and accuracy of therapeutic feeding schedules to ensure medical stability.
• Antibiotic Stewardship: Manage all pharmaceutical prescriptions with a focus on clinical guidelines and the responsible use of antibiotics.
• Clinical Research: Partner with the technical team to conduct innovative research aimed at improving the cost-effectiveness and success rates of malnutrition treatment.

What Skills Are Needed?

• Clinical Mastery: Expertise in pediatric emergency care and the management of medical complications related to malnutrition.
• Leadership & Synergy: Ability to lead a team of nurses and assistants while maintaining a collaborative, high-performance environment.
• Decision-Making: Sharp diagnostic skills and the ability to make high-stakes medical decisions under pressure.
• Research Mindset: Interest in data-driven medicine and a willingness to contribute to clinical trials and program evaluations.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from a recognized medical institution.
• Certification: Full registration and a current practicing license with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN).
• Experience: Previous experience in pediatrics or nutrition-focused programs is highly preferred.
• NYSC: Completion of the mandatory National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) program is required.

Why This Job is Important

The ITP Doctor is the clinical anchor of the Taimaka Project. While nurses and assistants manage the day-to-day feeding and care, your medical oversight ensures that complications like sepsis, severe dehydration, or anemia are managed with life-saving precision. Your role is essential for lowering mortality rates and proving that even the most complicated cases of malnutrition can be successfully treated.

Benefits of Applying

• Competitive Remuneration: A monthly salary of 900,000 NGN, acknowledging the specialized nature and responsibility of this medical role.
• Impactful Innovation: Work with a “Founder’s Pledge-recommended” nonprofit that is redefining pediatric care through research.
• Long-term Growth: A 2-year renewable contract offers significant stability and the opportunity to become a leader in the INGO medical sector.

About the Organization

The Taimaka Project is a world-class, cost-effective nonprofit recognized for its revolutionary approach to pediatric malnutrition. By reimagining traditional Community-Based Management of Acute Malnutrition (CMAM) models, Taimaka targets the world’s most vulnerable children with high-impact, data-backed interventions in Gombe State. The organization values intellectual curiosity, clinical excellence, and a deep-seated commitment to saving lives. At Taimaka, doctors are encouraged to be both practitioners and innovators, contributing to a global body of knowledge that makes pediatric care better for everyone.

Logistics & How to Apply

• Location: Dukku LGA, Gombe State, Nigeria.
• Application Deadline: January 3rd, 2025.
• Reports to: ITP Manager.

Tips for Applicants:

1. Highlight Emergency Experience: Ensure your CV reflects your experience with pediatric resuscitations and emergency ward management.
2. Focus on Protocols: During your interview, discuss your experience following National SAM Guidelines or WHO protocols.
3. Show Professionalism: Use a professional tone that reflects your status as a medical leader in your application responses.

How to Apply: Qualified medical professionals should complete the official recruitment form via the link below:

Apply for the ITP Doctor Position Here

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