Health Technician (Kingston, Jamaica) - National Health Fund

 

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the post of:

Health Technician (Temporary) – Health Promotion & Public Relations Department

ROLE AND CORE FUNCTIONS OF JOB:
Under the general direction of the Registered Nurse, the Health Technician shall have responsibility for
providing assistance with the screening of patients.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Four (4) GCE O’Levels/CXCs including English and a numeric subject
• Ability to read, write and comprehend medical terminology
• At least one (1) years’ experience as a Health Technician
• Nurses Aid training would be an asset
• Any equivalent combination of qualification and experience

Required skills and specialised knowledge:

• Excellent Record Management skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Computer literacy
• Time management skills

Special conditions associated with the job:

• Required to work beyond normal working hours in order to meet stipulated deadlines
• Ensure that all records are kept confidential
• Working at Off Site locations

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist Enrolled Assistant Nurse (EAN) to conduct screening of patients.
• Maintain record of tests done and results.
• Enter patient data in the database.
• Register participants at NHF outreach events
• Maintain records of reagents/supplies.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Registered Nurse, the Health Promotion & Public Relations Manager or the CEO.

Applicants are invited to submit their application no later than June 19, 2024:
Addressed to:

The Human Resource Department,
NATIONAL HEALTH FUND,
The Towers, 6th Floor, 25 Dominica Drive,
Kingston 5.

Email: vacancies@nhf.org.jm

NB. We appreciate all responses but only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Records Officer (St. Mary, Jamaica) - St. Mary Health Department

The North-East 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. Ann, St. Mary, and Portland is seeking a dynamic, proactive and experienced individual to fill the position of RECORDS OFFICER 1 (PIDG/RIM 2) at the St. Mary Health Department.

Reporting to the Chief Public Health Inspector, the ideal candidate must meet the following minimum:
Qualifications:

• Minimum five (5) subjects at CXC/GCE O' Level inclusive of English Language and Mathematics.
• Certificate / Diploma in Business Administration or equivalent would be an asset
• A minimum of two (2) years’ working experience in administration would be an asset.

Required Skills and Specialized Techniques:

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written
• PC (computer) operating skills with excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Good time management skills
• Good customer service skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Key Responsibilities will include (but not limited to):

• Sorting, typing and filing documents for the department
• Documents burial site inspections and dispatch the information to the respective inspectors in the major
• health districts
• Updating information on the various databases
• Assisting clients with completing the application forms
• Providing information that the clients may require
• Issuing of food handlers and health certificates to clients
• Preparing health cards for barbers, hairdressers and beauty therapists

REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM: Salary Scale: $ 1,711,060 – 2,301,186 per annum

Applications along with detailed resume should be sent no later than Friday, 2024 June 21 to:

The Director,
Human Resource Management & Development
North-East Regional Health Authority
34-38 Ocean Village Shopping Centre,

Ocho Rios, St. Ann

E-mail: jobs@nerha.gov.jm or Fax: (876) 795–2747.

WE THANK ALL APPLICANTS FOR RESPONDING, HOWEVER, ONLY SHORT LISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

House Manager/Cook (Ocho Rios, St. Ann, Jamaica)

This is a live-out position. 

Location: Richmond Estate, Ocho Rios, St. Ann

Looking for a maid/cook to support the daily living routines of my family. A Spanish bilingual maid is preferred that is motivated and hardworking to work on Monday-Friday.

Saturdays will be done by request of the employer.

Also have details in Spanish to share, as the employer prefers a Spanish speaking employee.

Job duties and details House Manager/Cook:

The employee will do:

• Laundry and making beds
• Cooking 
• Routine cleaning tasks such as cleaning the kitchen, etc
• Put away clothes and a few other household items.
• Provide elderly care support (minimal)
• The employer will pay for morning travel via taxi to work.
• The employer also provides holiday bonuses.
• The salary is negotiable at the interview, if the candidate is a fit.

Experience & Requirements:

• Experience with housekeeping required
• cooking, cleaning and laundry
• Age range: 35 to 45 years old

Salary: $15,000 - $20,000 weekly (negotiable)

Please send a resume and expression of interest to amenmommy719@gmail.com.

Deadline: June 18, 2024.

Home Health Care Aide (Kingston, Jamaica)

WANTED: HOME HEALTH CARE AIDE

Salary: $30,000 JMD per week.

Details:

• Live-in position (Red Hills - Aide gets every other week off)
• Patient is a recovering stroke victim
• Perfect for practical nurse, or anyone with caring experience.
• Food / Lodging / Internet included
• Must be reliable.

Please contact WhatsApp: +1 (954) 736-7958.

School Nurse (Kingston, Jamaica) - St. Joseph's Teachers' College

St. Joseph's Teachers' College is seeking to fill the vacant position of

School Nurse (HPC/RN2)

Core Duty:

• Caters to the health and wellness of both students and employees

Required Skills/Competencies:

• Displays high level of integrity and professionalism 
• Exhibits flexibility, excellent time management skills and works well under pressure
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision making skills
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Registered nurse with at least two (2) years experience in public health, general health care or community nursing 
• Bachelor of Science degree in General Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing 
• Current registration with the Nursing Council of Jamaica 

Applications along with résumés should be submitted by email no later than June 30, 2024 to: hr@sjtc.edu.jm

Address applications to:

The Chairman of the Board of Management, 

c/o The Principal, 

St. Joseph's Teachers' College, 

16 Old Hope Road,

Kingston 5.

Salary per annum $4,359,501.00

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Cleaning and Sanitation Attendant (Kingston, Jamaica) - All Smiles Dental Care

 

A cleaning and sanitation attendant is needed for a dental office in Kingston, Jamaica.

Requirements:

• High school diploma
• Practical nurse / medical assistant experience (two (2) years minimum)
• Knowledge of occupational health and safety procedures

Please send resumes to dentalcareerja@gmail.com