Medical Doctor/General Practitioner (St. Catherine, Jamaica) - NADS Family Health Care

A growing medical centre located in Green Acres, St. Catherine is looking for a full-time general practitioner to join the team.

Medical Officers (Western Jamaica) - Western Regional Health Authority

 We are hiring MEDICAL OFFICERS.

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 and Westmoreland invites applications from qualified Medical Officers to fill positions in the following specialty:

Specialties: 

• Paediatric
• General Surgery
• Anaesthesiology
• Psychiatry
• Accident & Emergency
• Internal Medicine
• Radiology
• Nephrology

Join our team at any of the following hospitals:

• Savanna-la-mar
• Noel Holmes Hospital
• Cornwall Regional Hospital
• Falmouth Hospital

Visit our website for more information: www.wrha.gov.jm

Physician (St. Ann, Jamaica) - AIDS Healthcare Foundation

 Diagnoses and treats Sexually Transmitted Infections and HIV. The Job posting is at the AHF Medical Centre, St. Ann's Bay, St. Ann.

PHYSICIAN

Diagnoses and treats Sexually Transmitted Infections and HIV. This involves obtaining medical history and health status, performing general and/or focused medical examination of patients, diagnosing, advising and carrying out the necessary treatment and care of patients as well as making referrals for further professional and medical attention.

SUMMARY

Diagnoses and treats Sexually Transmitted Infections and HIV by performing the following duties – this involves obtaining medical history and health status, performing general and/or focused medical examination of patients, diagnosing, advising and carrying out the necessary treatment and care of patients as well as making referrals for further professional and medical attention.

All activities must be geared towards maintaining the highest levels of service to all internal and external stakeholders and clients. Must be sensitive to children’s issues and must conform to the guidelines and standards set by The Authority and to all legal, regulatory and statutory requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING. OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED.

• Examines patients to assess their health condition.
• Conducts examinations to ill patients and evaluate symptoms to determine their condition.
• Gives appropriate advice for healthy habits (diet, hygiene etc.) and preventative actions to promote overall health.
• Orders various tests, analyses, and diagnostic images to provide information on patient’s condition.
• Maintains accurate and detailed medical records about each patient, including observations during examination.
• Keeps record of patients according to AHF quality standards.
• Analyzes reports and findings of tests and examination, and diagnoses condition.
• Prescribes medications and drugs and provide comprehensive instructions for administration.
• Refers patients to other physician specialists for specialized treatment.
• Collaborates with other physicians and nurses to form a high performing medical team.
• Follows the Health National Guidelines for STI and HIV treatment and care.
• Functions as a liaison with the State STI/HIV/AIDS State Program to assure that treatment and care guidelines are followed.
• Ensures up to date knowledge of local and national STI and HIV guidelines and work within them.
• Ensures a working environment free of stigma and discrimination.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this Job Description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. AHF medical practitioners must be in good standing with an up to date knowledge of STI/AIDS/HIV infections and STI/AIDS/HIV treatment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Registration as a medical practitioner by The Medical Council of Jamaica.
• Three (3) years’ post internship experience.
• Proven experience as a physician.
• Excellent knowledge of STI, HIV/AIDS, their symptoms and epidemiology, as well as related treatments.
• Respect for patient’s confidentiality, compassionate and approachable.

COMPUTER/SOFTWARE SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Computer and Internet skills, including experience with MS Word and Excel. PowerPoint and any other database is an added advantage.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors. Working level of English and/or Spanish is an asset.

OTHER REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of Public Health Ordinances and medical jurisprudence.
• Ability to examine patients and prescribe and administer necessary treatment.
• Knowledge about the principles and practices of medicine including the diagnosis and treatment of STI’s, HIV/AIDS and non-communicable diseases.
• Ability to do pap-smears.
• Knowledge about local and international protocols for treating STI’s, HIV/AIDS and non-communicable diseases.
• Confidentiality with respect to information records concerning all patients.
• Ability to use tact and be sensitive when dealing with patients and their families.
• Demonstrable interest in patients, their needs and rights.
• Patient-centered approach focus when working with all patients regardless of their sexual orientation.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Registration as a medical practitioner by The Medical Council of Jamaica.

Interested individuals are invited to submit their applications and résumés with references to: AHFJamaica@aidshealth.org 

Registered Nurse, Medical Doctor (Kingston, Jamaica) - University of Technology, Jamaica

The University of Technology Jamaica (UTECH) seeks to identify suitable candidates to fill the following posts:

Medical Doctor - Sessional 

Requirements:

• Have a M.B. B.S./MD
• Have a certificate of Registration with the Medical Council of Jamaica
• Be a member of the Medical Association of Jamaica and with current malpractice insurance

Registered Nurse - Full-time & Sessional Positions

Requirements:

• A Bachelor's of Science degree in Nursing with Midwifery or a Certificate/Diploma in Nursing with Midwifery/Public Health Certification
• At least five (5) years experience in a similar post 
• Be registered with the Nursing Council of Jamaica

Please visit https://www.utech.edu.jm/vacancies for detailed job listing.

Interested persons seeking a career opportunity who meet the specified requirements are invited to submit electronically, a job application letter and a detailed resume (PDF only) with subject line, Medical Doctor or Registered Nurse for consideration to: hrm@utech.edu.jm by 3:45 pm on September 1, 2023 or addressed to:  

Vice President & Chief Human Resource Officer,

Division of Human Resources & Administration,

University of Technology, Jamaica,

237 Old Hope Road, Kingston 6.

Telephone: (876) 927-1680-8, ext. 2070.

"Excellence through Knowledge"

Doctors (Montego Bay & Negril, Jamaica) - i-doc Concierge Wellness Services

 

We're Hiring!

The i-doc team is growing!

Now employing Doctors in Montego Bay and Negril!

We are looking for:

• Full-time in Montego Bay and Negril
• Emergency room experience
• Two (2) years post-registration

Send your resumes to: admin@idocwellness.com

 

Part-time Medical Doctor (Kingston, Jamaica) - AHF Jamaica

AHF JAMAICA is seeking a competent and qualified Part time Medical Doctor.

Qualifications and Experience:
Interested persons should possess at minimum:

• Registration as a medical practitioner by the Medical Council of Jamaica
• Two (2) years post internship experience
• Proven experience as a physician
• Excellent knowledge of STI, HIV/AIDS, their symptoms and epidemiology, as well as related treatments

Interested individuals are invited to submit their applications and résumés with references to: AHFJamaica@aidshealth.org no later than Friday, July 25, 2020.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Doctors needed! (Kingston, Jamaica)

Doctors needed to work in private medical practice:

1. Enthusiastic and dynamic General Practitioner
2. Enthusiastic and dynamic OBGYN doctor 

Email applications to: employment_applications101@outlook.com

Call us: (876) 333-1848.

Paediatrician, etc (Portmore, Jamaica)

Established medical center opening a new Portmore branch requires:

• General Practitioner
• Gynaecologist
• Paediatrician

Details:

• Located in an exciting, new mall
• High traffic area
• Suitable persons must be motivated to build own patient base
• Social media experience an asset

Call: (876) 361-7500 for more information.