Live-in household helper for Stony Hill, St. Andrew (Jamaica).

 A live-in household helper is needed to work full-time for a family located in Stony Hill, St. Andrew. 

Duties/Responsibilities:

• House cleaning
• Laundry and ironing
• Cooking

Requirements:

• Over five (5) years experience working in a similar role
• Ages: 35 - 45 years old
• Good at cooking
• Good at house cleaning and laundry

How to apply: Contact: (876) 371-2202.

Deadline for applications: September 31, 2023.

Nurses, Caregivers, Housekeeper, etc (Kingston, Jamaica) - Care Assist Jamaica

 

Care Assist Jamaica is hiring!

We are hiring Island-wide for Registered Nurses, Practical Nurses, Caregivers and Housekeepers.
We are also interested in Day’s Workers, Overnight Workers and Weekend Workers.

• Live-in and Live-Out Opportunities Available
• Hardworking
• Certification from reputable institution (For all positions)

Send Resume to: Work@careassistjamaica.com

No resume? Send your name, address and phone number to (876) 796-1898 (Whatsapp only).

Live-in Caregiver (Spanish Town, St. Catherine, Jamaica)

 

Seeking a full-time live-in caregiver for an elderly, bedridden patient in Spanish Town. 

Must be:

• Mature and experienced

Please call (876) 796-1898 if you're interested. 

Thank you. 

Phlebotomist (St. Catherine, Jamaica)

Company: City Medical Laboratory

 Job Summary

• Performs proper specimen collection, by confirming patient ID, collecting specimens in proper tubes, utilizing venipuncture/capillary techniques, and accurately labeling the specimens to ensure accurate patient results.
• Demonstrates organizational skills by prioritizing collection requests. Selects appropriate equipment prior to collection: i.e. tubes, supplies. Verifies orders per department policy.
• Demonstrates proper technique to provide standard of care with the ability to train others. This includes proper preparation, (site selection, order of draw), proper technique, following standard precautions and proper disposal of supplies according to facility policy
• Maintains current knowledge of methods for blood, urine, stool and culture collections and explains specimen collection protocols to patients, nurses and physicians as required.
• Participates and assists in continuing educational requirements to include meetings, training, workshops and any additional as assigned.
• Participates in annual skills review by performing direct observations and completing competency assessments as assigned.
• Compares specimen label and/or requisition to patient ID band prior to collection and properly labels specimens at bed/chair side, with the ability to train and educate others.
• Preparing Health insurance claims (electronic and paper)
• Ensuring confidentiality of medical information

Special Skills Minimum Required:

• Strong ability to give real time feedback to members of the team for success.
• Excellent verbal and written skills to facilitate communication.
• Ability to work in a collaborative manner with all members of the team.
• Willing and able to share information with and provide feedback to staff to promote growth.
• Ability to meet time sensitive deadlines and maintain confidentiality.
• Familiar with computer and computerized equipment, organization and team skills.
• Strong customer service and problem solving skills.

Qualifications

• Certificate or Diploma in Management or Supervision
• Customer Service training
• Phlebotomy Certificate from an accredited institution
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites
• Greater than three years phlebotomy experience in areas of blood drawing accessioning, problem resolution and /or training of new staff.
• Experience as a customer Service rep. in a medical facility
• Practical nursing training or experience an asset

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Live-out Helper (Kingston, Jamaica)

A live-out helper is required for a family residing in Harbour View, Kingston, Jamaica. 

The helper will be in charge of carrying general household duties such as:

• Washing
• Cleaning 
• Ironing

This is a full-time, live-out position.

Requirements:

• Must be able to do chores well
• Possess five (5) to ten (10) years experience in a similar role
• References required 
• Age range: 35 to 45 years old

Contact: (876) 504-8294 to learn more and apply.

Deadline for applications is September 30, 2023.

Pharmacy Assistant (Savanna-la-mar, Westmoreland, Jamaica) - Fontana Pharmacy

 Location: Savanna-la-mar, Westmoreland, Jamaica

Total # of positions: 1 

Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The following are specific responsibilities and contributions critical to the successful performance of the position:

• Ensure that all items on the shelves have correct prices.
• Monitor Inventory level to prevent overstocking. Create and update patient’s health and insurance information (profile) in the system.
• Maintain an awareness of developments in the community and pharmaceutical fields that relate to job responsibilities and integrate them into practice
• Issue receipts, refunds, credits, or change due to customers.
• Perform duties of Pharmacy Technician when needed.
• Enter prescription orders into the system.
• Perform cashiering duties according to schedule when needed.
• Assist pharmacist with filing and labeling prescriptions.
• Replenish shelves daily from excess stock and make note of low stock for reordering.
• Remove returnable goods from shelves 3-4 months prior to expiration
• Collect prescribed items from shelves for packing.
• Verify that customers receives correct prescription(s)
• Prepackage bulk medications
• Compound mixtures or medications (e.g. oral suspensions, tropical ointments and/or creams)
• Answer the telephone
• Maintain knowledge of loss prevention techniques
• Assist other pharmacy technicians.
• Receive ordered stock and assist with packing and pricing of new goods received
• Check integrity of goods before acceptance/signing.
• Maintain areas/ shelves designated for cleaning and checking for expired stock on a daily basis
• Perform blood pressure checks.
• Pricing and audit of all OTC Invoices for goods received.
• Pricing of all goods received on a timely basis.
• Record keeping of all Invoices received.
• Removal of expired good from shelves.
• Record keeping of all goods returned to suppliers.
• Ensuring that credit notes are received for all returns.
• Adjusting inventory for all returns to suppliers.
• Daily maintenance of OTC system to correct errors to the system.
• Perform periodic stock counts to ensure inventory integrity.
• Follow recommended protocols in check off.
• Pre-pack frequently used items for efficient dispensing.
• Check monthly averages weekly to facilitate more accurate purchases.
• Provide stock inventory information for Pharmacists/Technicians.
• Providing quality customer service to patients and other healthcare providers
• Assist patients who are dropping off or picking up prescription orders.
• Monitoring pre-packed items (Implement a system for control).
• Perform blood glucose tests
• Ensure all goods have correct pricing.
• Promote items on special, especially to rewards customers.
• Promote sale of complimentary products.
• Provide price checks for goods when requested via phone, whatsApp or online
• Generate receipts for at least 2 items kept inside the dispensary for customers.
• Specific responsibility for Placing JADEP orders.
• Assist cashiers when necessary such as delete items from the RMS system
• Any other duties which may be assigned by the pharmacist, supervisor or manager.

SUPPORTIVE FUNCTIONS:
In addition to performance of the essential functions above, this position may be required to perform a combination of other supportive functions, to be solely determined by the supervisor based upon the particular requirements of Fontana Limited.

Other:

• In order to properly service our clients, you may be required to work outside of our scheduled business hours.
• Timely execution of duties in keeping with pre-arranged schedule.
• Care and diligence in protecting the organization’s assets

Job Requirement

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS

Working Environment / Physical Activities:

• Considerable physical activity. May require to have hands on experience in using syringes • Work is normally performed in an open layout environment.

EXPERIENCE; EDUCATION OR CERTIFICATION

• High School Diploma / School Leaving Certificate
• At least 5 CXCs inclusive of Mathematics and English Language.
• Must have at least One (1) year experience in a Pharmacy setting
• Must be certified and/or trained

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Ability to work in a detail oriented manner
• Extensive knowledge of pharmacological terminology
• Great attention to detail and carefulness
• Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills
• Outstanding customer service orientation
• Must be able to verify the prescription and setting the price based on insurance information
• Expert in mathematical calculations
• Proven ability to follow written instructions and specific directions
• Working knowledge of the procedures and standards used in labelling and dispensing medication
• Must possess a high level of accuracy
• Strong problem solving skills and the ability to find solutions
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate (verbal, listening, writing) and manage well at all levels of the organization and with other team members
• Must be detailed oriented and a multitasker with superb organizational skills
• Must possess a high level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency
• Must have strong internal and external customer service skills
• Willingness to demonstrate lateral service and support in a cooperative and pleasant manner for the overall good of the company.

Personal Characteristics

• Excellent interpersonal and team skills, extremely collegial
• Outstanding communications skills, written and oral
• Demonstrated resourcefulness and good judgment
• Must maintain high level of confidentiality
• Honest and trustworthy
• Values diversity of thought, backgrounds and perspectives
• Ability to multi-task while maintaining vigilant attention to detail
• Integrity/ethics beyond reproach
• Constantly looking to apply best practices

Email: jobs@fontanapharmacy.com

Pharmacy Technician (Kingston, Jamaica) - Fontana Pharmacy

 Location: Waterloo Branch, Kingston, Jamaica

Total # of positions: 4

Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The following are specific responsibilities and contributions critical to the successful performance of the position:

• Assist patients who are dropping off or picking up prescription orders.
• Accurately and efficiently preparing prescription orders.
• Create and update patient’s health and insurance information (profile in the computer).
• Providing quality customer service to patients and other healthcare providers.
• Maintain an awareness of developments in the community and pharmaceutical fields that relate to job responsibilities and integrate them into practice.
• Enter prescription orders into the system.
• Assist pharmacist with filing and labeling prescriptions.
• Replenish shelves daily from excess stock and make note of low inventory for reordering.
• Verify that customers receives correct prescription(s).
• Prepackage bulk medications.
• Compound mixtures or medications (e.g. oral suspensions, tropical ointments and/or creams).
• Maintain an awareness of developments in the community and pharmaceutical fields.
• Receive ordered stock and assist with packing of new goods received.
• Assist with filing prescription.
• Performs other duties which may be assigned by the pharmacist or supervisor.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

SUPPORTIVE FUNCTIONS:
In addition to performance of the essential functions above, this position may be required to perform a combination of other supportive functions, to be solely determined by the supervisor based upon the particular requirements of Fontana Limited.

Other:

• In order to properly service our clients, you may be required to work outside of our scheduled business hours.
• Timely execution of duties in keeping with pre-arranged schedule.
• Care and diligence in protecting the organization’s assets

Job Requirement

EXPERIENCE; EDUCATION OR CERTIFICATION

• Associate Degree or Certification in related field from a recognized tertiary institution
• At least 2 year of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified
• Must be certified and trained

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• A positive attitude to continued learning
• Must maintain confidentiality of customers information
• Ability to work in a detail oriented manner
• Extensive knowledge of pharmacological terminology
• Great attention to detail and carefulness
• Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills
• Outstanding customer service orientation
• Must be able to verify the prescription and setting the price based on insurance information
• Expert in mathematical calculations
• Proven ability to follow written instructions and specific directions
• Working knowledge of the procedures and standards used in labelling and dispensing medication
• Must possess a high level of accuracy
• Strong problem solving skills and the ability to find solutions
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate (verbal, listening, writing) and manage well at all levels of the organization and with other team members
• Must be detailed oriented and a multitasker with superb organizational skills
• Must possess a high level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency
• Must have strong internal and external customer service skills
• Willingness to demonstrate lateral service and support in a cooperative and pleasant manner for the overall good of the company.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Excellent interpersonal and team skills, extremely collegial
• Active Listener
• Outstanding communications skills, written and oral
• Demonstrated resourcefulness and good judgment
• Self-motivated; Hands-on, leads by example
• Show enthusiasm with customers and other team members
• Values diversity of thought, backgrounds and perspectives
• Ability to multi-task while maintaining vigilant attention to detail
• Integrity/ethics beyond reproach
• Constantly looking to apply best practices
• Predisposition to mentor and subsequently increase responsibilities as team develops

Email: jobs@fontanpharmacy.com

Practical Nurse/Caregiver/Housekeeper (Jamaica, Island-wide) - Platinum Aid Home Care Services

 Job Summary

To provide exceptional care to the elderly and sick within their homes. 

Age range: 18 years and above.

Location of vacancies: Manchester, St. Elizabeth, Clarendon, but will accept applicants from other parishes. 

Social Worker (St. Andrew, Jamaica) - SOS Children's Villages

SOS Children’s Villages is looking for:

RESIDENT SOCIAL WORKER – Stony Hill

The Resident Social Worker is responsible for organizing, coordinating and supervising the admissions process and welfare of the participants of the association with a rights based and de-institutionalized approach. The Resident Social Worker serves as the main liaison with the local governance agency and is the point of reference with respect to child protection at the village level. The Resident Social Worker is also responsible for the overall management of the village in the absence of the Village Director.

Required qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 3 years of direct working experience in similar field.
• University degree in social work or in any other psycho-social sector (i.e. psychology, sociology etc.,).
• Experience in applying case management procedures, including social work methods and practises in the work with children and families.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Wide knowledge of children, adolescence, youth and family protection laws
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications
• Knowledge of administration and finance to include report writing, dealing with confidential information, record keeping and budgeting.
• Working knowledge of techniques for crisis intervention of children and youth.

Other skills and attributes

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong compliance with social work ethics and values
• Ability to set and maintain professional boundaries
• Empathy, compassion and understanding of the needs of different client groups,
• Non-judgmental attitude; ability to relate to people of all ages and backgrounds
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Ability to advocate for the rights of the children and families
• Ability to live within the SOS Children’s Village premises
• Willingness to make a long-term commitment
• Valid general driver’s license (would be an asset)

WE OFFER

• Interesting and challenging tasks in an international working environment;
• Guidance and opportunities for professional and personal development.

Please direct inquiries, submit your written application and resume by September 25, 2023 to: 

The HROD Manager,

SOS Children's Village National Office,

26 Peter Pan Avenue,

P.O. Box 654,

Montego Bay #2,

St. James.

Email: jam.na_recruiting@sos-jamaica.org 

Only shortlisted applicants will be shortlisted.

Practical Nurse (Montego Bay, Jamaica)

A healthcare facility in Montego Bay, St. James seeks a compassionate and organized individual with a passion for healthcare to fill the role of Practical Nurse.  

Responsibilities:

• Provide compassionate patient care, including basic medical procedures and administering medications under supervision
• Greet and assist  patients, visitors, and healthcare professionals at the front desk
• Schedule appointments, answer phone calls, and manage patients records with precision

Qualifications:

• Practical Nurse Certification (LPN or equivalent)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail
• Empathetic and patient-focused approach to healthcare
• Proficiency in using healthcare software systems is a must

To apply:

Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience to: jobshutconsulting@gmail.com. Subject: Practical Nurse

Application deadline: September 15, 2023.

Housekeeper/Nanny (St. Andrew, Jamaica)

 

Description:

A housekeeper/nanny is needed to assist in the care of a newborn.

Must be:

• Between the ages of 40 - 45 years old
• Live in Kingston
• Able to properly read and write
• Practical child care experience/training would be an asset
• Minimum of five (5) years professional experience in taking care of a newborn
• Able to perform housekeeping services for a family of three (3) inclusive of cleaning, washing, ironing and cooking
• Honest and reliable
• Able to provide work related references

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Childcare for a newborn
• Cleaning
• Laundry
• Cooking

If you meet the above requirements, Whatsapp your interest to: (876) 551-9193 (Whatsapp only).

Early Childhood Practitioner/Teacher (Portmore, St. Catherine, Jamaica)

 Pre-school and daycare located in Portmore, St. Catherine, Jamaica is seeking an Early Childhood Practitioner to work with one (1) to three (3) year olds.

Requirements:

• NTCVET training or Early Childhood Training
• Must have good command of the English Language

Call this number for further information (876) 388-6965.

Caregiver (St. Ann, Jamaica)

Seeking a caregiver for a special needs child in St. Ann, Jamaica. 

Must be:

• Attentive, 
• Caring, 
• and Responsible

If this sounds like you please send a copy of your resume and a passport-sized photo to: nyscaregiver@gmail.com 

Live-in Caregiver (Portmore, St. Catherine, Jamaica)

 

Needed: An experienced caregiver to look after the elderly in Portmore, St. Catherine. 

• Must be able to live-in

Call: (876) 436-8143. 

Medical Receptionist - Temporary (Kingston, Jamaica)

A busy internal medicine sub-specialty practice located in Kingston 6, equipped with state of the art practice management systems, tools and procedures, is seeking a temporary medical receptionist with strong organizational, time management and interpersonal skills, computer literate, adaptable to new situations and a strong commitment to excellence in client care. 

Period: September - December 2023

Mondays to Fridays 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Duties:

• Register patients (new and follow-up), respond to general queries, telephone and small messages, reports and correspondence in a timely and appropriate manner
• Maintain and update electronic and paper medical records including entering, scanning and uploading data and preparing charts
• Assist with clinical procedures, patient education and support efforts
• Manage collections and billing for patient services
• Monitor/manage inventory, ordering and stocking of clinical supplies 
• Assist with general facility oversight

Technical/Functional Competencies required:

• Certification in medical reception, customer service or administration (CPS/CAP)
• Experience in medical office reception/administration
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Proficiency with technical tools including point-of-sale applications and electronic medical records
• Nursing qualifications would be an asset

Please contact: medicalpracticeapplications2@outlook.com by September 15, 2023.

Office Assistant (St. Andrew, Jamaica) - City View Hotel

 The City View Hotel seeks an Office Assistant in St. Andrew, Jamaica. 

• Experienced in a similar role
• Position is full-time

Send all inquiries to: cvhotelja@gmail.com 

For added information please call: (876) 401-5760.

Live-in housekeeper (Bahamas)

  

A live-in housekeeper is needed to work in the Bahamas for a small family of three (3).

The live-in housekeeper must be:

• Ages 40 years old and above
• Must love to cook, clean, iron and love dogs

Send phone contacts and resumes to: toniamaynard@yahoo.com

Tonia Maynard (Whatsapp): 1 (242) 424-4132.

Part-time Helper (St. Andrew, Jamaica)

A part-time live-out helper is wanted for a family of four (4) in St. Andrew.   

Job Details:

• Works for three (3) days weekly
• Must have valid identification and references
• Previous experience would be an asset
• Ages: 45 - 55 years old preferably

Telephone: (876) 357-4372. 

Live-in Housekeeper (Kingston, Jamaica)

 

A live-in housekeeper is needed to take care of a family of two (2).

Duties include:

• Taking care of a child with special needs
• Cleaning, ironing and doing laundry

Salary is $15,000 weekly.

Call: (876) 328-4090.

Household helper needed (Kingston, Jamaica)

Household helper needed. 

Family of four (4) seeks live-out household helper to do full household duties.

Must be/have:

• Must be an experienced cook

Locations: Hope Pastures, Liguanea, Kingston.

Contact: (876) 564-0149

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Live-in helper (Priory, St. Ann)

A live-in helper is wanted in Priory, St. Ann to take care of a blind elderly lady.

Duties:

• You are assigned to wash, clean
• Take elderly lady to church
• Take for morning walks
• Must be able to cook tasty meals and care for a four (4) year old in the evenings after school

The helper gets one (1) day off a week

Pay is $46,000 monthly.

Room will be shared with the elderly. 

Call: (876) 789-6079.

Live-in Caregiver (Kingston, Jamaica)

A live-in caregiver is needed to care for elderly lady with dementia.

• Must be able to live-in
• Must be patient

Monthly salary: $60,000 

Call: (876) 874-7665 to schedule an interview. 

Pharmacist (Kingston, Jamaica) - Supermed Family of Pharmacies

WE ARE HIRING!

Supermed Family of Pharmacies is looking for a suitable individual to fill the vacant position of Pharmacist.

Requirements:

Applicants must have:

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy
• Registered Pharmacist in Jamaica
• Strong communication skills

Locations: Papine, Hughenden & Half Way Tree

Apply Now!

Send you applications and resumes to: jobs@supermedpharmacy.com

Sitter needed for Montego Bay, Jamaica.

Babysitter is required in Montego Bay, St. James. 

Super-friendly, patient and very loving babysitter required for two (2) amazing and adorable kids (a toddler and an infant).

Requirements:

• Must live in Montego Bay
• Must be able to start ASAP (immediate start)
• Must have experience

N.B: This is a temporary post.

Interested persons please send email to thesitter212@gmail.com

Live-in Babysitter (Montego Bay, St. James, Jamaica)

 

A live-in babysitter is needed for a toddler.

• Location: Porto Bello, Montego Bay
• Experience caring for small children
• Must be able to live-in

Pay is $15,000 weekly.

Email application to: neiln75@yahoo.com 

Optical Assistant (Kingston, Jamaica) - Comprehensive Eyecare

We're hiring join our team!

Open position:

• Optical Assistant

Requirements:

• Customer service certificate
• Business or office administration certificate
• Customer service experience/front office is an asset
• Excellent customer service skills

Locations: 

• Kingston
• Spanish Town
• Morant Bay
• Savanna-la-mar
• Mandeville

Apply Now