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Events by HAEFA at Brown University, and horse/donkey cart :
Global Health Initiative Opportunities
Global Health Initiative Grand Rounds Lecture Series
Lectures | Receptions | Networking
Ruhul Abid, MD, PhD and
Bushra Binte Alam, MD, M.Phil
AMS | Room 280
Drs. Abid and Alam are collaborating to provide humanitarian and healthcare services to 1.1 million Rohingya refugees from Myanmar living in the southeastern coastal regions of Bangladesh since 2017. They will share how the history of persecution and sensitivity to the local contexts helped them overcome the huge challenges in successfully serving the Rohingya and the host communities.
Informal Session with Pizza Lunch | 12-1pm | AMS Room 346
Please email eileen_wright@brown.edu to register.
Students • Faculty • Residents • Fellows • Trainees • PCE Credits • BRIGHT Eligible
Funding support provided by the Arnold T. Galkin Fund in memory of Paul J. Galkin
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HAEFA FLOOD RESPONSE FUNDRAISER
Dear HAEFA Supporter,
As you may be aware, a recent catastrophic flood in the eastern coastal regions of Bangladesh submerged thousands of villages and displaced more than 5 million people! More than 74 lives have been lost and thousands have been injured. Many have been living in Flood Shelters till to date.
In response to this grave crisis, HAEFA has compiled Mobile Medical Teams to serve 5 different regions in Noakhali, one of the most affected regions in Bangladesh. These Mobile Medical Teams have already served more than 1,000 patients for post-flood diseases at 5 different shelters as of today. These teams have been providing healthcare, free life saving medicines, water purification tablets and feminine hygiene products to the patients at the flood shelter. Our goal is to provide healthcare and emergency lifesaving medicines to over 5,000 flood survivors in the next two weeks.
As a valued supporter of HAEFA, your ongoing generosity has made it possible for us to continue this life saving humanitarian work. Today, we ask for your help once again. Your donation, no matter the amount, will directly help provide support to the flood victims and the vulnerable populations including women, children, and the elderly of the coastal regions, who urgently need lifesaving measures.
Please consider making a donation and sharing this message using the fundraising flier below. Together, we can make a meaningful difference in the lives of those who need it most.
We are deeply grateful for your compassion and continued support!
Sincerely,
The HAEFA Team
Your generosity can make a significant difference in the lives of those who need it most. Thank you for your kindness and support.
As a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, all donations to HAEFA are tax deductible using the proceeding information.
HAEFA’s Tax Identification Number (EIN): 46-2997707
NTEE: Public Health Program (E70)
Text-to-Donate: 53-555 (Keyword: HAEFA)
Great! Awesome work by the HAEFA-UMD students for HAEFA
Great! Awesome work by the HAEFA-UMD students for the HAEFA team AT the University of Maryland, USA !!
AMBULANCE DRIVER
Looking for Ambulance Driver
Health and Education for All (HAEFA) is a global leader in healthcare for underserved and vulnerable populations in Bangladesh, including remote and challenging areas. Utilizing innovative technologies like the solar-powered NIROG EHR system for managing chronic diseases and providing paperless cervical cancer screening and treatment, HAEFA is committed to empowering disadvantaged communities through sustainable health and education.
Position Overview:
HAEFA seeks an experienced Ambulance Driver for our Healthcare Services Program Funded by PWC & HAEFA, USA for the Rohingya intervention for the FDMN at FDMN Camp, Ukhiya, Cox’s Bazar. This role involves the safe transportation of patients, medical staff, and equipment, as well as the maintenance of the ambulance and ensuring high-quality service.
- Safely transport patients, medical staff, and equipment to and from healthcare facilities and locations as required.
- Maintain the ambulance in a clean and operational condition, performing routine checks and reporting any mechanical issues promptly.
- Update the immediate supervisor before arrival and after departure.
- Use a logbook to keep track of ambulance runs, service, and inspections, and maintain detailed records of vehicle usage, fuel consumption, and maintenance.
- The log book should be signed by the local HAEFA supervisors in Ukhiya, FDMN- DAILY by the end of the service DAILY in Ukhiya/CXB.
- A copy of the log book will be scanned and sent to Dhaka Office by email to Operations and HR as well as the CD, SD, and Project Manager, every Saturday morning.
- Ensure all necessary medical supplies and equipment are stocked and available in the ambulance.
- Adhere to all traffic laws and safety regulations while driving.
- Provide timely and efficient transport in emergency and non-emergency situations.
- Assist with loading and unloading patients and medical equipment as needed.
- Communicate effectively with medical staff and other team members to ensure smooth operations.
- Demonstrate compassion and empathy towards patients, respecting their dignity and privacy.
- Follow all HAEFA policies and procedures related to patient care and transportation.
Educational Qualifications: Minimum SSC level.
Additional Qualifications:
- Valid driving license (Light/Heavy) with a clean driving record.
- Minimum 2 years of experience as an ambulance driver or in a similar role.
- Knowledge of emergency procedures and protocols.
- Ability to handle stressful situations calmly and efficiently.
- Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance and repair.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to providing high-quality service to patients and medical staff.
- Technological Competencies.
- Basic proficiency in using communication devices and GPS systems.
Salary: BDT 30,000/- per month, consolidated. No overtime or annual/festival bonus unless provided by the donor organization
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should send their resume/CV along with a cover letter mentioning their date of availability and expected salary to haefa@haefa.org by September 15th, 2024. Please include “Ambulance Driver, HAEFA, Cox’s Bazar” in the subject line of your email.
Health and Education for All (HAEFA) is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.
HAEFA’s Student-Led Teach-In Session at George Washington University Medical School
HAEFA’s Student-Led Teach-In Session at George Washington University Medical School
On May 7th, 2024, HAEFA’s George Washington medical school chapter hosted its inaugural meeting. The meeting was presented under a teach-in format with multiple speakers composed entirely of student leadership from the organization. The topics of the teach-in were the HAEFA’s humanitarian and clinical services using electronic medical record (EMR) system for the rural and underserved populations in Kurigram, Noakhali and Cox’s Bazar districts of Bangladesh. A major focus of the topics was also on the Rohingya FDMN/refugee crisis and HAEFA’s intervention within the camps. The six student presenters were as follows: Ishan Abdullah, Meagan Mitchell, Abdulla Ali, William Huang, Hannaka Spillman,& Omar Saadi. Highlighted during the meeting were HAEFA’s innovative see-and-treat approach for cervical cancer, community-based tuberculosis screening and treatment workflow, COVID-19 management, natural disaster aid, and the implementation of NIROG in remote and underserved areas of Bangladesh. After discussing HAEFA’s role, the goals of the student organization were reviewed, and upcoming opportunities for new members were revealed. The talk was concluded with a reminder about how the plight of global disadvantaged populations vastly extends past their media exposure and the duty of students today in educating themselves and others to ensure these people are continuously given the support they need, The student organization has two fundraisers planned for the upcoming months and hopes to host another dedicated teach-in session focused on HAEFA’s disaster response within refugee camps.
Clinical Lab Technologist
Looking for Clinical Lab Technologist
Health and Education for All (HAEFA) is an international leader in providing healthcare to the underserved and most vulnerable populations in Bangladesh, including coastal and hard-to-reach regions, FDMN Camps, urban, semi-urban, and rural areas. HAEFA’s compassionate medical team members use its technological innovations, a solar-powered electronic health record (EHR) system known as NIROG, for the management of chronic diseases and a paperless see-and-treat cervical cancer screening and treatment programs.
HAEFA is looking for a Clinical Lab Technologist, a dynamic professional ready to accept the challenges of humanitarian work for its FDMN health programs. The Clinical Lab Technologist should be self-motivated, proactive, willing to learn new strategies and program procedures, and able to generate reports and swiftly handle donors, project stakeholders, and local government/International delegates. Empathy for people from disadvantaged and underprivileged backgrounds is considered a key quality at HAEFA.
- Performing specimen analysis by using laboratory tools and equipment, in order to study samples and perform necessary tests.
- Looking for abnormalities in samples that evidence disease and conveying this information to therelevant medical practitioner.
- Provide advice and interpretation of test results and the appropriateness of further investigations.
- Using checklists, medical software, and retesting to get thorough and precise results.
- Writing pathology reports detailing specimens tested, results of tests, and the final diagnosis.
- Discussing the patient's results with respective consultants or doctors.
- Undertaking research for new information to improve identification and testing methods and finding innovative ways to treat disease.
- Staying up to date with developments in the fields of pathology and medical practice.
- Log data from lab tests and enter results in patient's record.
- Capacity building of staff working under him/her.
- Health & Safety
- Comply with established health and safety policies with regard to handling of instruments, storage of drugs and disposal of sharps and other potentially dangerous equipment and substances. Comply with current NZ legislation.
- IPC Management and others
- Provide training on IPC, donning and doffing of PPE items.
- Monitor triage, early recognition and source control.
- Supervise instrument processing.
- Monitor waste management in the hospital.
- Contribute in ensuring the safeguarding in the organization.
- Safeguarding and Gender Sensitiveness
- Be part of embedding an organizational culture that is committed to protecting clients from harm.
- Ensure that the team understands and abide by the organization culture of safeguarding.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 1 year of experience in relevant field Three years of Diploma in Medical Technology from any recognized institution (medical technologist). Minimum 2 (two) years of experience in a relevant field or area of health program management.
- Ability to work independently and in a team with field mobilization. Good interpersonal and communication skills. Good oral and written communication skills. Knowledge of Microsoft word, and Microsoft Excel is preferable. Willingness to conduct outreach sputum collection/smearing center at the field. GencXpert experience will be preferred.
- Minimum, especially in TB.
- Experience in using lab testing equipment.
- Working knowledge of medical data management software.
- Exceptional analytical and research skills.
- Strong oral and written communication skills, both in English and Bangla.
- At least 2 (two) years` work experience in the relevant position.
- Ability to work independently under minimal supervision & excellent interpersonal skills.
- Flexibility.
Salary: Negotiable
If you feel you are a fit for this position, please send your resume/CV along with a cover letter mentioning the date of availability and expected salary to haefa@haefa.org by 8th April 2024. Please mention in the email subject line: Clinical Lab Technologist for Cox’s Bazar (Ukhiya).
Medical Officer
Looking for Medical Officer
RECRUITING A DYNAMIC MEDICAL OFFICER for FDMNs, Ukhiya Cox’s Bazar/Bhasan Char, Noakhali.
Send CV by email to: haefa@haefa.org by by 8th April, 2024. Please mention in the email subject line: Medical Officer, FDMNs, Ukhiya Cox’s Bazar/Bhasan Char, Noakhali.
HAEFA is looking for a BMDC-registered Medical Officer (MO) (Female) for the Cox’s Bazar remote Upazilas. The MO should be self-motivated, proactive, willing to learn new diagnostic and treatment procedures, and able to generate reports and promote health education while maintaining coordination with the community leaders, project stakeholders, and local government. Empathy for people from disadvantaged and underprivileged backgrounds is considered a key quality at HAEFA.
- Conduct patient consultations and physical examinations, monitoring and administering patient medication;
- Assess and plan patient treatment and referral requirements;
- Promote health education to beneficiaries and coordinate with community leaders and other stakeholders;
- Coordinate and manage Local Government (CIC/RRRC), DGHS authorities, UN organizations, NGOs, and INGOs;
- Response to patients’ medical problems by referring to their history, carrying out diagnosis, treatment, counseling, and referral where necessary;
- Recommend patients for lab tests and analyze test results;
- Maintain confidentiality and impartiality at all times.
- Collect records and maintain sensitive patient information, such as examination results, medical history, and reports, in NIROG Tab and database in a password-protected and HIPAA-compliant (patient confidentiality) manner;
- Conduct minor surgeries and explain procedures or prescribed treatments to patients;
- Liaise with medical professionals in the community and hospitals
- Promote health education in conjunction with other health professionals;
- Participate in the supervision of medical camps training, seminars, and meetings;
- Assist reporting, and data recording, coordinate with the project team, and Dhaka office: and
- Any other task assigned by the Project Coordinator and Country Director from time to time.
Minimum Qualifications: BMDC registered Medical Graduate (MBBS). Must mention BMDC registration number in the application.
- Skills Required: Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc, Corporate IT Support, IT Management
Salary: Negotiable
If you feel you are a fit for this position, please send your resume/CV along with a cover letter mentioning the date of availability and expected salary to haefa@haefa.org by 8th April 2024. Please mention in the email subject line: Medical Officer, Ukhiya Cox’s Bazar/BhasanChar, Noakhali.