Caretaker (Old Harbour, St. Catherine, Jamaica)

 

Seeking a caretaker for an elderly bedridden woman for a live-in position in New Harbour Village II in Old Harbour.

• Caretaker should be between the ages of 38-50 years.

Interested persons can call (876) 228-9477 or WhatsApp (876) 821-3401.

Medical Transcriptionist (Portmore, Jamaica)

 

Requirements:

• Minimum of five (5) CXC subjects including Biology or Human & Social Biology
• Good typing speed (60 wpm) 
• Excellent reading capabilities
• A science based degree is a plus

Duties:

• Charting physician-patient encounters virtually during medical examinations
• Locating information and patients for physicians as well as completing forms needed for patient care

Submit your CV and portfolio to:  sosshiring@gmail.com

Registered Nurses and Specialist Nurses Needed (Hanover, Trelawny, St. James & Westmoreland) - WRHA

WESTERN REGIONAL HEALTH AUTHORITY
LOT 31B, FAIRVIEW SHOPPING CENTRE
MONTEGO BAY
ST JAMES

The Western Regional Health Authority, a statutory body under the Ministry of Health and Wellness with responsibility for the management and operation of Public Health Services within the parishes of St. James,
Hanover, Trelawny, & Westmoreland invites applications from qualified professionals
for the positions of:

• REGISTERED NURSE (HPC/RN 1)
• SPECIALIST NURSE (HPC/RN 2)

Submit application letter along with detailed resume to be a part of
any of the following teams:

1. Noel Holmes Hospital

The Manager,
Human Resource Management and
Development
Hanover Health Services
Fort Charlotte Drive
Lucea, HANOVER
Or
E-mail: hphsjobs@wrha.gov.jm

2. Falmouth Hospital

The Manager,
Human Resource Management and
Development
Trelawny Health Services
Cornwall Street
Falmouth, TRELAWNY
Or
E-mail: tphsjobs@wrha.gov.jm

3. Cornwall Regional Hospital
The Manager,
Human Resource Management and
Development
Cornwall Regional Hospital
Montego Bay, ST. JAMES
Or
E-mail: crhjobs@wrha.gov.jm

4. Savanna-La-Mar Hospital
The Manager,
Human Resource Management and
Development
Westmoreland Health Services
Barracks Road
Savanna-La-Mar, WESTMORELAND
Or

E-mail: wphsjobs@wrha.gov.jm 

Medical Officers needed (St. Ann, St. Mary, Portland - Jamaica) - North Regional Health Authority

 

Vacancies:

• Specialist Family Medicine
• Medical Officer Level 1 and 2

The positions are for the St. Ann, St. Mary and Portland Health Departments.

Send applications to: jobs@nerha.gov.jm

See flyer above for more details.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.

Assistant Cook (Clarendon, Jamaica) - Percy Junor Hospital (SRHA)

The Southern Regional Health Authority (SRHA), a Statutory Body under the Ministry of Health & Wellness responsible for the management and operation of Public Health Services within the Parishes of Clarendon, Manchester and St. Elizabeth, invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the following position at the PERCY JUNOR HOSPITAL: ASSISTANT COOK (HSC/HS 3) (1 Vacant)(Salary range $ 1,332,574- $1,584,011 per annum and any allowance (s) attached to the post).

Job Summary:
The incumbent under the general supervision of the Head Cook will perform various routine manual work
in a supportive role to kitchen staff in the preparation of meals, ingredients and cleaning tasks to ensure
the kitchen remains efficient in creating and delivering meals.

Specific Knowledge Required

• Knowledge of food supplies, methods and equipment used in preparing food in large quantities and the use and care of utensils and kitchen equipment
• Some knowledge of food values and nutrition
• Ability to supervise and instruct employees in food preparation
• Ability to adapt to changes and new tasks
• Ability to work long hours while standing and under conditions of high temperature
• Good oral communication and human relations skills

Qualification and Experience

• Completion of Secondary Education
• At least two (2) CSEC /GCE O’Level subjects
• Certificate in Commercial Food Preparation – Level 2 (HEART /NSTA Trust)
• Valid Food Handlers’ Permit

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

• Assist Head Cook with food preparation such as washing, chopping and sorting ingredients
• Adheres to all relevant nutrition and sanitary regulations and standards. Place food on the serving counter or meal assembly line during meal hours.
• Receives, checks and keeps inventory of kitchen equipment
• Wash cooking utensils and cookware etc.
• Sweep, mops and clean kitchen Ensuring that food preparation areas are clean
• Performs related work as required

Applications along with resume should be sent no later than Thursday, June 6, 2024 to:

The Assistant Human Resource Officer
Percy Junor Hospital
Spalding P.O.,
Clarendon
E-Mail – percyjunorjobs@gmail.com

NB. ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

Health Records Clerk (Black River, St. Elizabeth, Jamaica) - St. Elizabeth Health Services (SRHA)

The Southern Regional Health Authority (SRHA), a Statutory Body under the Ministry of Health & Wellness responsible for the management and operation of Public Health Services within the Parishes of Clarendon, Manchester and St. Elizabeth, invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the following position in the ST. ELIZABETH HEALTH SERVICES: HEALTH RECORDS CLERK (HTAC/HRT 1) – 1 Position

Black River Health District

(Salary range $1,792,163-$2,130,319 per annum and any allowance (s) attached to the post).

Job Summary:
Under the supervision of the Health Records Technician and the technical supervision of the Parish Health Records Administrator the incumbent will have the responsibility for organizing, implementing, controlling and maintaining the patient information system for the provision of optimum patient care.

Qualifications and Experience

• Four (4) ‘O’ Level/CXC subjects; including passes in English Language, Biology and Mathematics
• Clerical and/or computer experience is an asset

Key Responsibilities include:

• Protects the security of the health records to ensure confidentiality is maintained.
• Develops and maintains efficient and accurate filing and retrieval of health records.
• Tracks and follow-up missing records.
• Reviews records for completeness, accuracy and compliance with regulations.
• Files laboratory/ other investigation reports and referral forms in patient/client health record.
• Develops and ensures that the standardized numerical filing system of health record.
• Maintains the master patient index files.
• Compiles and submits Monthly Clinic Summary Reports, Sentinel, STD Syndrome and other reports.
• Maintains the appointment system for the various clinics held.
• Maintains the Primary Health Care Register for the health records department manually and electronically.
• Responsible for educating other members of the health team on the importance of health records, with a clear definition of health records duties.
• Assists with the smooth running of the clinics; directing patients, developing a system whereby the records are transferred from the filing area to the clinic area.
• Responsible for the acquisition and monitoring of health records stationery/equipment.
• Completes the list for the PATH programme.
• Collection and compilation of data for clinical activities done are to be recorded daily on the specific tally sheets.
• Retrieve health records to facilitate researches by authorized users/personnel.

Specific Knowledge and Required Skills:

• Good knowledge of the methods, procedures, practices, rules and regulations related to health data collection.
• Good knowledge of Computer Applications.
• Ability to analyze statistical reports and make recommendations.
• Good interpersonal communication skills
• Good conflict resolution skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Excellent customer service skills

Applications along with resume should be sent no later than May 31, 2023 to:
The Senior Human Resource Officer
St. Elizabeth Health Department
High Street
Black River, St. Elizabeth
E-Mail – jobssehd@gmail.com

NB. WE ENCOURAGE ALL INTERESTED APPLICANTS TO SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION USING THE MEDIUM STATED ABOVE. PLEASE INDICATE IN THE SUBJECT LINE THE POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR.

ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

Pharmacist (Kingston, Jamaica) - MegaMart Jamaica

 

Pharmacist Needed

Major Responsibilities:

• Dispense and review prescriptions to ensure accuracy, and compliance with professional and Jamaican regulatory requirements.
• Be able to collaborate with other health care professionals to plan, monitor, review and evaluate patient effectiveness.
• Counsel customers on the selection of medication brands, medical equipment and health-care supplies
• Keep records and other administrative tasks to include insurance claims
• Develop pharmacological knowledge by participating in training pharmacy technicians, pharmacy students and pharmacy interns.
• Be willing to work flexible hours including public holidays, weekends and evenings
• Educate patient on medication use, storage and side effects.
• Have excellent supervisory skills to include inventory management and purchasing
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related tasks as assigned

Qualifications and Experience:

• Possess at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Be a fully registered pharmacist with a valid license to practice by the Pharmacy Council of Jamaica.
• Dispense and review prescriptions to ensure accuracy, and compliance with professional and Jamaican regulatory requirements.
• Be proficient in the Choice Computer Works programme
• Have excellent communication, detail oriented, interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Exercise high level of confidentiality and professionalism

Kindly submit your application and resume no later than May 29, 2024 to megamartapplications@megamartjm.com.

Please note that while we appreciate all applications, only short-listed applicants will be contacted.