Surgeon

Surgeon © Raphaël Sourt/MSF

Imagine seeing surgical procedures being done in a tent, hard to visualise right? But they work and make a huge difference to people lives. “I was amazed what we were able to achieve for patients despite these conditions - Mhairi Collie MD FRCS.

MSF surgeons and anaesthetists often work with emergency teams to treat people wounded in conflict zones.  At other times they join teams that are providing longer-term surgical care to communities without access to functioning healthcare systems.

During conflicts and their aftermath, surgeons and anaesthetists are needed for assignments generally lasting from six weeks to three months or more.

Basic diagnostic equipment and facilities needed to run an operating room may be limited; much of the sophisticated equipment you have come to rely on may simply not be there.  Your clinical skills and judgment will be all important. Surgeons' responsibilities include general surgery, surgical-needs assessments, and training staff.

At the moment we have an urgent requirement for experienced Orthopaedic surgeons.

Basic Requirements: 
  • Commitment to the aims and values of Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
  • Minimum two years of significant and relevant professional experience post-qualification
  • Demonstrated ability to work well as a part of a multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary team
  • Experience in supervising, training and managing others
  • Flexibility and ability to cope with stress
  • Willingness to work in unstable environments
  • Minimum of 3 months' relevant travel or work experience in developing countries
  • Available to work in the field for a minimum period of 6 weeks to 6 months or more.

MSF is always looking for people with language skills and at the moment we are particularly looking for field workers with good French and / or Arabic.

You should meet all the basic as well as the essential requirements relevant to your profession before applying to MSF.

Essential Requirements: 
  • Registration with the Irish Medical Council
  • FRCS, with higher surgical training
  • Ability to perform general surgery including Paediatrics and Caesarean sections
  • Ability to work with limited technical resources
  • Current or recent practical experience
Desirable Requirements: 
  • Some experience in A&E and Orthopaedics is desirable
  • Availability at short notice

If you feel that you meet our basic and specific requirements you can complete the application form online by clicking here