Birth Assistant (Doula)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide prenatal support, including childbirth education and birth planning.
• Conduct Lamaze sessions in collaboration with the Midwife.
• Offer continuous labour support, including emotional reassurance, comfort measures, and advocacy.
• Support mothers and their partners during childbirth.
• Provide postpartum support, including guidance on basic newborn care.
• Maintain effective communication with clients, families, and healthcare providers.
• Document client interactions accurately and maintain confidentiality at all times.

Qualifications, Experience, and Competencies

• Certificate or formal training as a Health Care Assistant.
• Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Prior experience in maternal and newborn care will be an added advantage.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm and supportive in high-pressure situations.
• Flexibility to work on-call, including nights, weekends, and public holidays.
• Basic knowledge of maternal and newborn care.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the official Aga Khan Hospital recruitment portal on Brassring.