Chief Orderly (Clarendon, Jamaica) - May Pen Hospital (SRHA)

 The Southern Regional Health Authority (SRHA), a Statutory Body under the Ministry of Health 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:

CHIEF ORDERLY (HSC/HS3) - MAY PEN HOSPITAL

(Salary range $1,332,574– $1,584,011 per annum and any allowance(s) attached to the post.)

Job Summary:

Under the general supervision of the Operations Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for
supervising the work activities of the Hospital Attendants, to ensure safety and protection of clients, clean
environment and adequate service delivery

Qualification and Experience

• School Leaving Certificate (Secondary Education) with on the job training in Housekeeping, Portering and Janitorial Systems
• Certificate in Supervisory Management would be an asset
• English Language in GCE O’Level/CXC at the General Proficiency level would be an asset
• At least one (1) year experience in a supervisory position

Specific Knowledge/Skills Required:

• Ability to communicate effectively both in written and oral formats
• Good leadership/ supervisory skills
• Knowledge of the Infection Control Policies and Procedures
• Knowledge of the Health and Safety Practices
• Ability to follow instructions and procedures well
• Good time management, judgment and decision making skills
• Ability to work on own initiative with minimal supervision
• Good human relation skills

Key responsibilities will include:

• Supervising and monitoring work activities of all Attendants to ensure patients/clients are lifted/transported from one area to another in a safe manner
• Planning and preparing daily and fortnightly work schedule for regular Attendants to ensure adequate service for all areas of the hospital
• Ensuring proper use and safety of equipment to be utilized for the execution of duties
• Maintaining the compound in a clean, orderly and pleasant environment.
• Inspecting hospital premises to ensure trash and garbage disposal meet safety, health and sanitation regulations
• Reporting any problems that may affect the smooth flow of work
• Assisting with the morgue (cleans, delivers and receives bodies)

Applications along with resume should be sent no later than Friday, May 3, 2024 to:

The Senior Human Resource Officer
May Pen Hospital
Block E, Old May Pen Hospital Building
1 Muirhead Avenue
Denbigh P.O
Clarendon
Telephone: 986 – 2528
Email : personnelmph@gmail.com

NB. ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

Chief Orderly (St. Mary, Jamaica) - NERHA

 NORTH-EAST REGIONAL HEALTH AUTHORITY

CHIEF ORDERLY (HSC/HS 3)

The North-East Regional Health Authority, a statutory body under the Ministry of Health & Wellness with
responsibility for the management and delivery of public health services within the parishes of St. Ann, St.
Mary and Portland, is seeking a strong, dynamic, and proactive individuals to fill the position of Chief
Orderly (HSC/HS 3) for the Port Maria Hospital.

Summary:
Under the general direction of the Hospital Administrator, the incumbent is responsible for the supervision of
the portering staff.

Requirements:

• Grade 9 Primary Education
• NCTVET certificate in Housekeeping (Level 2-3)
• Certificate in Supervisory Management
• A minimum of one (1) year work experience in a similar position would be an asset.

Required Skills and Specialized Techniques

• Ability to work on own initiative.
• Ability to express ideas in writing and orally.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills Ability to work as part of a team to foster a cordial and equitable working environment for subordinates.
• Working knowledge of the organization and operations of the work areas.

Responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Prepares duty roster for Attendants (Porters).
• Ensures subordinates are properly attired in their prescribed uniforms with ID Badges affixed.
• Ensures subordinates are at their assigned work stations at the beginning of and throughout each work day.
• Monitors and ensures that each Porter signs/clocks in and out his/her own time card/attendance register.
• Ensures adequate coverage by portering staff and work tools (stretchers, wheelchairs, etc) at the designated work areas
• Prepares vacation leave rosters for subordinates and makes recommendations to the Hospital Administrator in relation to coverage and overtime schedules.
• Ensure that claims submitted are thoroughly checked and accurate.
• Ensure that Performance Evaluations for subordinates are competed and submitted to the Hospital
• Administrator within stipulated timeframes.
• Makes recommendations to the Hospital Administrator in relation to disciplinary actions, training and
• the overall enhancement of the staff supervised.
• Prepares and submits all requisite reports as required by the Hospital Administrator within the stipulated timeframes.

REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM:
Salary Scale: $1,232,631 – 1,465,210 per annum.

Applications along with resumé should be submitted no later than Friday, 2023 October 13 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.