United Nations Examining Physicians

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Background

The United Nations Medical Service in New York is responsible for appointing United Nations Examining Physicians worldwide, based on the recommendations made by UN Resident Coordinators and WHO Representatives, and for issuing an updated list on an annual basis. The services of United Nations Examining Physicians are used not only by the United Nations, its Funds and Programs (UNDP, UNFPA, UNOPS, and UNICEF), but also by all its Specialized Agencies.

United Nations Examining Physicians (UNEPs) are not given any formal contract. The fees they charge for their services are expected to be customary and reasonable. Fees, which are considered excessive compared with the standard established by the United Nations, will be queried prior to any reimbursement by the United Nations or one of its Specialized Agencies.

Based on the Technical Clearances SOP, signed by the UN Medical Director in November 2019, the requirements for a UNEP are:

United Nations Examining Physician (UNEP): Provides integrated contextual comprehensive, concerned with the planning and provision of comprehensive primary health care, regardless of age or sex, on a continuing basis, to all UN personnel and their dependents with 24/7 emergency coverage and coordination for medical evacuation as well as accompany the patient if required.

Duties and Responsibilities

I. MAIN FUNCTIONS OF THE UNITED NATIONS EXAMINING PHYSICIANS

1. To perform pre-employment medical examinations.

In general, when candidates are considered for initial appointments for six months or more with the Organization, they are requested to undergo a full medical examination. Regardless of appointment duration, full medical examinations are also required for candidates recruited for functions in the security service, or as a manual worker or driver or for service in the regional commissions and field duty stations, including peacekeeping, humanitarian and political missions. The results of the physical examination and requested investigations are to be recorded by the United Nations Examining Physician on the Entry Medical Examination Form (MS-2 Form) provided by the candidate. This form includes a questionnaire, to be completed by the applicant.

United Nations Examining Physicians are requested to:

1. Ensure that the questionnaire in regard to the medical history of the applicant and his/her family has been completed. Special attention should be paid to replies concerning a psychiatric or chronic condition. Any residual effects of major illnesses, details of treatment, long absences from work should be mentioned and documented, if necessary.
2. Record findings of the applicant’s physical examination.
3. Provide the results of the following mandatory investigations:
   • Report of a full size chest X-ray
   • Electrocardiogram tracing for applicants who are 40 and above, and/or if medically indicated
   • Urinalysis and microscopic examinations
   • Blood analyses for:
   • hemoglobin, hematocrit, leucocyte count, erythrocyte count, platelet count, erythrocyte sedimentation rate
   • fasting sugar, total cholesterol, uric acid, and creatinine
4. Evaluate and comment on any positive history or abnormal finding.
5. Assess the candidate’s physical and psychological suitability for the post proposed. Any reservation in regard to the candidate’s suitability for employment in certain parts of the world or in particular types of function should be clearly stated.
6. Ensure that the Entry Medical Examination Form (MS-2 Form) is fully completed and that the report of the full chest X-ray, the laboratory tests results and the electrocardiogram tracing, if performed, are attached to the MS-2 Form. The whole documentation is to be airmailed or faxed to the appropriate Medical Service. The list of the Medical Services of the United Nations and its Specialized Agencies, along with their address, fax and phone numbers, is provided in paragraph II below.

The results of the full medical examination are used to determine the medical fitness of the applicant. The final decision on the fitness of the candidate rests with the Medical Director or a duly authorized Medical Officer of the appropriate organization and is based on established UN medical standards.

2. To perform periodic medical examinations3 Created on 05/03/09

A periodic medical examination which is done on an MS-6 Form is mandatory every two years, irrespective of age, to determine medical fitness of staff member for reassignment and/or travel. Annual medical examinations are conducted for certain occupational groups such as security officers, manual workers, and drivers.

3. To perform exit medical examinations The purpose of this full examination which is also recorded on MS.6 Form is to establish the health status of the departing staff member.

4. To provide assistance with regard to medical evacuations

• If there is an indication that a staff member or an eligible dependant needs to be medically evacuated, the United Nations Examining Physician is required to make his/her recommendation to the Head of the Fund/Program/Agency the staff member belongs to.
• Medical evacuation shall normally be authorized to the nearest regional medical center, as identified by the United Nations Medical Service. A list of these centers, worldwide, is provided in annex to the present document.
• The United Nations Examining Physician is also requested to prepare a detailed medical report, including the tentative diagnosis, results of the tests performed and the purpose of the evacuation, to be hand-carried by the patient. A copy of this report shall be kept in the patient’s medical file.

II. MEDICAL SERVICES OF THE UNITED NATIONS AND ITS SPECIALIZED AGENCIES

1. There are Medical Services in the United Nations system based in New York, Geneva, Paris, Rome, Vienna, Kenya, Netherlands, and Tanzania. Each of these services has medical responsibilities to the administration and to the staff members of the United Nations and its Specialized Agencies.

III. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

1. Vaccinations: Recommended inoculations are limited to those set out in the WHO publication “Vaccination certificates required for international travel” available online: http://www.who.int/ith/en/. 2. Malarial Prophylaxis: The WHO Guidelines on malarial prophylaxis should be strictly followed.

United Nations Examining Physicians, having any questions regarding their responsibilities, are encouraged to write to the United Nations Medical Director (Medical Service, United Nations, Room S-564, New York, NY 10017, USA – Fax No. (212) 963 4925)

Annexes for your reference:

1. Medical Evaluation Form. https://undp.org/content/dam/malaysia/docs/Procurement/Medical%20evacuation%20form.pdf

2. Annex II - Countries with inadequate medial facilities justifying medical evacuation to recognized regional medical centres https://undp.org/content/dam/malaysia/docs/Procurement/Annex%202.pdf

Competencies

Corporate Competencies

• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality, and age sensitivity and adaptability;
• Demonstrates diplomacy and tact in dealing with sensitive and complex situations;

Professionalism

• Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of the subject matter;
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate and apply good judgment;
• Shows pride in work and in achievements

Required Skills and Experience

For a position in UNOE and UN clinic, with the functional title ‘UNEP,’ the following professional requirements must be met:

• Doctorate (MBBS/MBChB/MD) in medicine with sub-specialization in General Practice/Family medicine/Internist.
• A minimum of five (5) years of continuous clinical experience as a GP or internist.
• A valid license to practice.

How to Apply:

• Kindly download the Curriculum Vitae & Application for appointment as United Nations Examining Physician form.
• Click the ‘apply’ icon and complete what is required.
• Scan the form into 1 (One) pdf folder and then upload.
• For clarification questions, please email [email protected]. The clarification question deadline is three (3) days before the closing. When emailing for clarification questions, please put "UNEP Application 2022" as the subject matter.

United Nations is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, and culture. Individuals from minority groups, aboriginal groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.