Healthcare Staffing Coordinator / Client Service Coordinator (Kingston, Jamaica) - Care Assist Jamaica

 Company Overview:

Care Assist Jamaica is a reputable home health agency dedicated to providing exceptional medical care to clients within their residential areas. We are committed to delivering compassionate and professional services through our team of trained medical practitioners. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a dynamic individual to join our team as a Healthcare Staffing Coordinator / Client Service Coordinator.

Caregiver for Elderly (St. Ann, Jamaica)

 

Now Hiring: Caregiver for Elderly Care
Location: St. Ann (Cave Valley)
We are currently seeking a dedicated caregiver to provide elderly care in Cave Valley, St. Ann.

Schedule: Full-time, 9 AM – 5 PM
Interested applicants should call or Whatsapp: (876) 343-7397

Registered Midwife (St. Ann, Jamaica) - St. Ann Health Department (NERHA)

 

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 invites applications from suitably qualified individuals to fill the position of
Registered Midwife 2 (HPC/MW 2) for the St Ann Health Department. Reporting to the Public Health Nurse/Supervisory Midwife, the incumbent is responsible for the supervision and co-ordination of child care activities; providing nursing care in the Maternal, Child Health and Family Planning services in accordance with the objectives and policies of the programme as set out in the Maternal and Child Health Care Plan for Jamaica.

The ideal candidate will meet the following educational criteria:

• Certificate/Diploma in Midwifery from an accredited institution
• Registration with the Nursing Council of Jamaica
• Minimum five (5) years’ experience in secondary care facility

Key responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Participating in identifying special needs in communities in relation to Maternal and Child Health.
• Preparing regular schedules for Antenatal/ Postnatal/ Child Welfare visits.
• Providing Ante Natal care at clinics and arranges for follow-ups.
• Estimating haemaglobin level of clients, using appropriate reagents.
• Referring high risk patients to Type ӀӀ, ӀӀӀ and ӀV health centres as appropriate.
• Ensuring that adequate screening of ante-natal patients is carried out
• Providing advice to mothers and families about nutritional requirements including promotion of breast feeding.
• Encouraging early immunization of babies.
• Conducting clinics/assisting the Public Health Nurse in immunization.
• Responsibility for the maintenance of midwifery bags and their contents.
• Responsibility for notification of live/still births, neo-natal and maternal deaths, puerperal infection and other infectious diseases

REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM:

• Salary Scale: $3,241,533 – 3,853,164 per annum

Applications letters along with detailed resume should be sent no later than Tuesday, 2025 February 11
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 SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

Community Health Aide (HSC/HS 4) - Trelawny Health Services (WRHA) - Trelawny, Jamaica

 Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the position of:

Community Health Aide (HSC/HS 4) 

Four (4) positions 

Trelawny Health Department 

Salary Scale: $1,545,77.00 - $1,836,968.00 per annum

The Western Regional Health Authority (a Statutory Body of the Ministry of Health & Wellness) is currently seeking to employ Community Health Aides for the Trelawny Health Department. The incumbents will be assigned to the Duanvale Health Centre and the Clarks Town Health Centre. Reporting to the Registered Midwife and Public Health Nurse, the incumbents will be responsible for providing advice and assistance to families in areas including Maternal & Child Health, Family Planning, Nutrition, First Aid and Personal Hygiene.

Core Responsibilities:

• Render basic first aid treatment to members of the community and referring persons to appropriate health facilities for treatment
• Teach community members basic health facts & promote adoption of healthier lifestyles
• Advising parents and guardians of the importance of having their children completely immunized against infectious diseases. Encouraging the regular attendance of infants and young children to the Child Welfare Clinics
• Motivate and refer new clients for Family Planning Services, encouraging delinquents to attend regularly and stressing the importance of using family planning methods, as advised
• Assist the Public Health Nurses and District Midwives in identifying all pregnant women in the area and ensuring that they attend clinics to receive adequate antenatal
• Assist the Public Health Nurses, District Midwives, Staff Nurses, Medical Officers & other health professionals at clinics and during community outreach events including mass immunization programmes
• Undertake house to house surveys of persons within a defined geographic area to obtain relevant data on demographic and health status as well as maintain the appropriate records
• Inform the community members of all the services offered by the Ministry of Health & Wellness and other Ministries, Departments, Agencies & organizations
• Provide basic information on vector control and its impact on the environment
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Public Health Nurse/ Registered Midwife

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Five (5) CXC/GCE subjects; English Language & Mathematics are compulsory
• Excellent Customer Service & Interpersonal Skills
• Must be computer literate

Applications with resumé should be submitted no later than February 13, 2025 to:

The Manager
Human Resource Management & Development
Trelawny Health Services
97 Cornwall Street
Falmouth, Trelawny
Email: tphsjobs@wrha.gov.jm

Enrolled Assistant Nurse (St. Ann, Jamaica) - St. Ann Health Department (NERHA)

 

The North-East Regional Health Authority, a statutory body under the Ministry of Health with responsibility for the management and delivery of public health services within the parishes of St. Ann, St. Mary and Portland, invite applications from suitably qualified persons with strong team building skills to fill the position of ENROLLED ASSISTANT NURSE - (HTAC/EAN 2) for the St. Ann Health Department.
Reporting to the Public Health Nurse 3 the incumbent will be responsible for assisting in the administration
of nursing services within the Health Department.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Diploma in Enrolled Assistant Nursing from a recognized learning institution
• Registration with the Nursing Council of Jamaica as an Enrolled Assistant Nurse
• Certification in Supervisory Management
• At least three (3) years’ experience as an Enrolled Assistant Nurse 1.

Specific Knowledge Required:

• Thorough knowledge of current legislation affecting the practice of Nursing in Jamaica
• Knowledge of the Staff Orders for the Public Service.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with the admission, discharge and transfer of patients
• Assisting in explaining hospital rules and routines to patients
• Assisting patients in moving and turning, getting in and out of bed, positioning and walking as needed
• Assisting with the inter-facility transportation of patients
• Maintaining personal hygiene of the patient according to the needs and condition; that is bathing, cutting
• nails, combing hair, oral hygiene
• Assisting with the preparation of patient’s meals and in the feeding of patients
• Assisting with the patient in dressing and undressing
• Giving, removing and checking bed pans and urinals
• Changing linen and making beds
• Administering alcohol or tepid sponges to reduce body temperature
• Collecting specimens of urine, faeces, sputum and vomitus
• Observing temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressures of patients
• Measuring heights and weights
• Preparing patients for and assisting doctors and nurses in examination, treatment and diagnostic tests
• Preparing instruments and equipment for storage and sterilization
• Sterilizing instruments and equipment
• Assist in receiving, checking and storing supplies
• Perform simple dressings
• Administering medications excluding dangerous drugs as ordered e.g., orally, rectally or by injectionsubcutaneous and intramuscular and carrying out other treatments as assigned
• Co-operating with other members of staff and accepting guidance and corrections

REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM:

• Salary Scale: $2,410,261 – $2,865,042 per annum

Applications letter along with resumé should be submitted no later than Tuesday, 2025 February 11 to:
The Director,
Human Resource Mgt. & 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.

Live-in Nurse needed (Westmoreland, Jamaica)

Live-in practical nurse is needed to take care of an elderly person in Orange Hill, Westmoreland.

Job details:

• Will be able to go home every two (2) weeks
• Experience working with elderly patients

Please Whatsapp (876) 842-4587. Whatsapp messages only.

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 February 12, 2025 to megamartapplications@megamartjm.com.

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

Nurse (Kingston, Jamaica) - HEART Trust/NSTA

The Nurse is responsible for creating and maintaining a health care programme and to provide basic health care to enhance the wellness of trainees, staff and guests.

NURSE

NATIONAL TOOL & ENGINEERING INSTITUTE

7 ASHENHEIM ROAD,

KINGSTON 11.

The Nurse is responsible for creating and maintaining a health care programme and to provide basic health care to enhance the wellness of trainees, staff and guests.

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE:

• NVQ-J Level 5 Certification or equivalent and the designation of Registered Nurse by the Nursing Council of Jamaica
• At least three (3) year’s relevant work experience in a comparable position or business/work environment such as an industrial operation, an education institution, a major health centre or a hospital

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Excellent Human Relations and Interpersonal skills
• Good Counselling skills/techniques
• Knowledge of Ministry of Health Policies
• Knowledge of the management of Medical Emergencies
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

KEY DUTIES:

• Follows occupational health and safety practices
• Follows environmental work practices
• Facilitates counselling relationships
• Applies conflict resolution strategies
• Conducts health and safety training
• Conducts hygiene and performance investigation
• Implements health education programmes
• Monitors and manages sick bay
• Monitors hygiene and sanitation performance
• Maintains the procurement and storage of pharmaceutical products
• Manages record systems
• Provides first aid
• Prepares reports
• Plans and manages Workplace Health & Safety meetings

All applications, accompanied by up-to-date resumes and cover letter, must be addressed to:

THE DIRECTOR

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT

THE HEART/NSTA TRUST CORPORATE OFFICES

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

6B OXFORD ROAD, KINGSTON 5.

Email: jobs@heart-nta.org

ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED.

The HEART/NSTA Trust is a Statutory Agency of the Office of the Prime Minister, providing Training & Certification for all working age Jamaicans

Registered Nurse (Kingston, Jamaica)

A private hospital/surgery centre in Kingston is seeking a skilled and experienced Registered Nurse - Level 2 to join our dynamic healthcare team. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and are committed to excellence, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities:

• Provide high quality patient care
• Collaborate with medical professionals to develop and implement care plans
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed
• Monitor patient progress and report changes to the medical team/Director

Requirements:

• Registered Nurse - Level 2 Certification
• Current registration with the Nursing Council of Jamaica
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment 
• Flexibility to work weekends and night shifts as needed

How to apply:

If you are a motivated and compassionate nurse looking for a new challenge, please submit your resume to: office.artofsurgeryja@gmail.com or gm.artofsurgeryja@gmail.com

Pharmacist (Full-time) - Portmore, St. Catherine, Jamaica - LiveWell Pharmacy

 

LiveWell Pharmacy, located on Portmore, is seeking a Full-time Pharmacist. 

The successful candidate should possess the following qualifications:

• Pharmacy degree
• Registered Pharmacist with the Pharmacy Council of Jamaica
• Excellent customer service skills
• Good supervisory and organizational skills would be an asset

Qualified applicants are invited to email application letters and resumes by Friday, February 7, 2025 to: livewellrx@yahoo.com. 

Registered Nurse (Savanna-la-mar, Westmoreland, Jamaica) - Teleperformance Jamaica

 Registered Nurse Hiring Criteria

Job Description:

The registered nurse renders highly professional and technical nursing care to employees. Provides direct and indirect patient care as well as collaborates with multidisciplinary team members to provide appropriate care in accordance with the Nursing Council of Jamaica standards of care.

Job Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing. BSN Preferred
• Current Basic Life Support Certification
• Current additional certifications is an asset
• Current licensure to practice professional nursing from Nursing Council of Jamaica
• Work experience: At least 6 months RN experience

Job Responsibilities:

• Maintaining accurate, complete health care records and report
• Administering medications to patients and monitoring them
• Always look for ways to improve the patient experience
• Monitoring, reporting, and recording symptoms or changes in patient conditions.
• Use of critical and analytical skills to achieve optimal Patient Care
• Communicate clearly and openly
• Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment

Email applications to: mbjrecruiting@teleperformance.com

Dental Assistants (Kingston, Jamaica) - The Smile Centre

 New year new opportunity. Looking for dedicated dental assistant to join our team.

Are you a caring person with a pleasant personality.

If that’s you & you are ready to grow in 2025 email your resume to smilecentrejob@gmail.com.

Chief Orderly (St. Mary, Jamaica) - Port Maria Hospital (NERHA)

 

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 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: $ 1,332,574 – 1,584,011 per annum.

Applications along with resumé should be submitted no later than Tuesday, 2024 December 31 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.

Practical Nurse needed in Kingston, Jamaica.

 

A practical nurse is needed in Kingston. 

• Needed to work on weekends

If interested, Whatsapp: (876) 310-7812.

Business: Healing Hands Nursing Services and More. 

Practical Nurses (Kingston, Jamaica) - Angels on Assignment Nursing Care

 

We are hiring Practical Nurses (based on client preferences the candidate must be a child of God):

Requirements:

• Certificate/diploma from a registered institution
• Must be able to present a clean police record
• Must be able to show a baptismal certificate/letter from a pastor stating they are a Christian
• Must be able to read and write properly 
• Must be able to submit to a drug test (if necessary)
• Must be flexible (May include going to church on Sunday with the client if scheduled on a Sunday, but most times Sundays are classified as days off
• Must provide a letter of recommendation fifteen (15) days after being employed to Angels on Assignment
• Must be willing to undergo two (2) weeks training online for a refresher of practical nursing skills

Send your CV to: angelsonassignmentnursingcare@gmail.com

Nurses, Chef, etc (Kingston, Jamaica) - Andrews Memorial Hospital Limited

A Seventh-day Adventist Institution invites suitably qualified persons to apply for the following career opportunities:

Specialist Registered Nurse Vacancies:

1. Registered Nurses
2. Critical Care Registered Nurses
3. Certified Emergency Room Nurses
4. CATH Lab Nurses

More Jobs

• Biomedical Engineer
• Pharmacist
• Executive Chef
• Maintenance Technician (Electrician)
• Bearer
• Food Services Manager

To view details and apply please visit:

https://www.amhosp.org/careers-2/

Applications along with resumes should be sent by Thursday, November 7, 2024, addressed to:

Human Resource Director

Andrews Memorial Hospital Ltd.

27 Hope Road, Kingston 10.

or electronically to amh_hr@amhosp.org with the applicable job title in the subject line.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Are you looking for an office job in the Government or the corporate world? We have vacancies from Jamaica here: https://jamcareerfocus.blogspot.com

Practical Nurse (Mandeville, Manchester, Jamaica) - Open Wings Home Care Services

 

Submit your resumes to: openwingshr24@gmail.com or Whatsapp: (876) 807-3144.

Pharmacist (Kingston, Jamaica) - Monarch Pharmacy

 

Find a role where you can build an exceptional experience for yourself and a better working world for all.

Open Position: Pharmacists

We invite persons applying for full-time employment with us to send their resumes and applications to Monarchpharmacisttrop@gmail.com.

Requirements :

• Bachelor of Pharmacy Degree
• Registered with the Pharmacy Council of Jamaica
• Pharmacists awaiting registration are welcome to apply
• Have adequate knowledge about the day to day operations of the dispensary
• Good time management, analytical, and organizational skills
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written)

Please submit an application letter and resume by Friday, November 29, 2024. We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Medical Technologist (Manchester, Jamaica) - Integrity Medical/Hargreaves Memorial Hospital

 

We're hiring!

Medical Technologist:

• A minimum of one (1) year working experience
• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology

Interested applicants, please send your application letter and resume to: humanresources@hargreaveshospital.com 

32 Hargreaves Avenue, Mandeville. 

Pharmacy Technician (Kingston, Jamaica) - Super Valu Pharmacy

 

We are hiring!

Are you an experienced Pharmacy Technician who is dedicated, caring, and patient with a passion for customer service?

JOIN OUR TEAM!

Apply now:

Please send resumes to: hrdept@supervaluja.com