Gardener/Groundsman (St. Mary, Jamaica) - Port Maria Hospital (NERHA)

 

The North-East Regional Health Authority, a statutory body under the Ministry of Health and 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 suitable qualified persons to fill the position of
GARDENER/GROUNDSMAN (LMO/TS 1) at the Port Maria Hospital.

Community Mental Health Officer (St. Ann, Jamaica) - St. Ann Health Department

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 Community Mental Health Officer (HPC/RN 3) at the St. Ann Health Department. Reporting to the Medical Officer (Health), the successful candidate will be responsible for providing clinical care; follow up treatment, rehabilitation and advocacy services at the community level for persons living with mental illness.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Registered General Nurse
• Certified Psychiatric Nurse (Six months Post Basic Programme)
• Certificate in Nursing Administration or Management studies, no less than six (6) months from an accredited institution
• A Minimum of three (3) years post-registration practice in general health, mental health or other areas of nursing.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Competencies:

• Knowledge of and skill in interpreting the Mental Health Act
• Knowledge of theories and techniques in counselling
• Knowledge of key stake-holders pertinent to mental health and the delineation of roles and responsibilities
• Undertakes clinical, educational, administrative and public relations activities within the parish or health district
• Participates in extensive health promotional/educational activities
• Knowledge and use of the Diagnostic Statistical Manual Classification system
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Knowledge of psycho-pharmacology and other therapies
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to initiate and manage change
• Computer literate

Key Responsibilities will include:
Management and Administration

• Undertakes clinical, educational, administrative and public relations responsibilities within a parish or health district.
• Assists in monitoring clinical standards at the parish level and facilitates audit processes.
• Demonstrates commitment to providing quality care, proper risk management and optimal resource utilization.

Technical

• Conducts multi-generational family assessment including psychosocial, functional, developmental history and mental status examination.
• ▪ Counsels and educates patients/other family members on health behaviour, self-care skills and treatment options.
• Liaises internally with other health professionals and other members of the health team
• Liaises with Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), Police, Social Services, Citizen’s
• Associations, Religious Organizations, Schools, Business Organization, Health Agencies

Human Resource

• Conducts performance evaluation for staff members
• Delegates functions to appropriate staff
• Effect disciplinary measures toward staff members where necessary
• Facilitate provision of social welfare services for staff
• Facilitate staff development through on-going educational activities
• Education
• Plans and implements psycho-educational and health promotional activities for clients, their families and communities
• Participates in in-service education programmes in the health facilities and training of health care personnel
• Facilitates implementation of new approaches in the delivery of mental health care to clients and groups in different settings
• Participates in ongoing educational activities such as conferences, seminars workshops and clinical experiences related to specialty and professional issues
• Promotes advancement of the profession through participation in professional organization.

Research

• Utilizes the scientific approach to problem solving and decision-making
• Contributes to nursing knowledge by participating in conducting research geared towards
• improving evidence-based practice
• Collects, organizes, critically analyzes and interprets data.
• Records findings clearly, concisely and systematically

REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM:

• Salary Scale: $5,055,684 - $6,009,620

Applications along with resume should be submitted no later than Friday, 2025 February 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 SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

Records Officer (St.Mary, Jamaica) - Port Maria Hospital (NERHA)

 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 Port Maria Hospital. Reporting to the Chief Medical Technologist, the ideal candidate must meet the following minimum:

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.

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.

Cook (St. May, Jamaica) - NERHA (Annotto Bay Hospital)

 

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, is seeking a dynamic, proactive, experienced and analytical individual with strong team building skills to fill the position of COOKS (HSC/HS 3) for the Annotto Bay Hospital.

Under the general supervision of the Dietetic Assistant or Head Cook, the Cook will have the responsibility to prepare and portion meals as well as other activities associated with maintaining the kitchen in a safe and sanitary manner.

The ideal candidate will meet the following educational criteria:

• Secondary/High School Diploma or equivalent
• NVQ-J certification from an approved institution or on the job training
• Valid Food Handler’s permit

Specific Knowledge Required:

• Knowledge of methods and equipment used in preparing food on a large scale
• Basic knowledge of nutrition
• Knowledge of reading recipes, menus and orders
• Knowledge of the proper use and care of various kinds of specialized kitchen equipment
• Knowledge of basic HACCP principles

Key Responsibility Areas:

• Prepare meals and / or assigned menu items for patients and staff according to the menu in a sanitary and timely manner
• Portion in bulk and individually plate prepared meals (regular and special diets) for the various wards as determined by the supervisor
• Practice cleanliness during all stages of food preparation and service (including peeling, slicing/cutting seasoning and storing food items) and demonstrate a high standard of personal hygiene
• Participate in the menu planning process

REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM:

• Salary Scale: $ 1,332,574 – 1,584,011 per annum

Applications along with resumé should be submitted no later than Friday, 2025 January 24 to:
The Director,
Human Resource Management & Development
North East Regional Health Authority,
34-38 Ocean Village Shopping Centre,
Ocho Rios, St. Ann, Jamaica, West Indies.
E-mail: jobs@nerha.gov.jm or Fax: (876) 795-2747

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

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.

Hospital Attendant (St. Mary, Jamaica) - 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 Hospital

Attendant (Housekeeping) (HSC/HS 1) at the Annotto Bay Hospital.

Summary:
Under the general direction of the Supervisory Hospital Attendant/Hospital Administrator, the Hospital
Attendant ensures clean and safe environment for patients and staff through the infection control policy and
procedures.

Required Qualification & Experience:

• Completed school to grade 9 level
• Valid food handler’s permit
• Two (2) years working independently in a housekeeping role.

Specific Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of excellent customer service delivery
• Knowledge of policies and procedures for using specialized chemicals
• Working Knowledge of Infection Control
• Knowledge of organizing and prioritizing work
• Working Knowledge of Health Hazards

Key responsibilities will include but not limited:

• Check and receive ward on each shift
• Ensure cleaning agents are available in your assigned area
• Mop and sanitize the floor.
• Polish and shine required areas
• Clean general areas
• Clean and monitor lavatories
• Assist with sterilizing soiled linens
• Washing and ironing of bed linens, pantry linens and other linens for facility on a daily basis
• Collect linens from laundry
• Empty of garbage bins and properly disposing of garbage
• Collect cleaning materials/ supplies for the units
• Check inventory and store utensils appropriate

REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM:

• Salary Scale: $ 990,843 - 1,177,801 per annum

Applications along with resume should be submitted no later than Friday, 2024 October 25 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.

Data Entry Clerk (St. Ann, Jamaica) - 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 to fill the position of DATA ENTRY CLERK (MIS/IT 2) at the Regional Office.

Summary:
Under the general direction of the Regional NCD Coordinator, the Data Entry Clerk will support the parishes as well as the Regional Office in the collection and collation of robust NCD programme data and provides the necessary administrative support to the NCD team whilst ensuring that high levels of confidentiality, efficiency and productivity are maintained.

Required Qualification & Experience:

• Associate Degree in Computer science / Information technology
• A minimum of two (2) years working experience in the field would be an asset.

Specific Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively both in written and oral format.
• Ability to display good interpersonal skills.
• Good time management skills.
• The ability to work in a confidential environment

Key responsibilities will include but not limited:

• Maintenance of NCD registers and data systems
• Generation and updating of routine reports to the database on a timely basis.
• Attending all training workshops that may be organized from time to time that are geared towards database and data entry improvement.

REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM:

• Salary Scale: $ 1,711,060 – 2,301,186 per annum.

Applications letters along with detailed resume should be submitted no later than Friday, 2024 October 25 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.

Dental Assistant (St. Ann, St. Mary & Portland, Jamaica) - North-East Regional Health Authority

 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 persons to fill the position of Dental Assistant (HTAC/DA 1) assigned to the St. Ann, St. Mary & Portland Health Departments.

Artisan (St.Mary, Jamaica) - Annotto Bay Hospital (NERHA)

 

The North-East Regional Health Authority, a statutory body under the Ministry of Health and
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 suitable qualified persons to
fill the position of ARTISAN (LMO/TS 4) (Electrical/Plumbing) at the Annotto Bay Hospital.

The ideal candidate must meet the following minimum qualifications:

• Five (5) GCE ‘O’ Level/CXC inclusive of Mathematics and English.
• Level 2 Certification in related technical field from NCTVET.
• A Minimum of three (3) years’ experience as a Plumber, Electrician.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND SPECIALISED TECHNIQUES

• Possesses the willingness and ability to work scheduled weekends, holidays and shifts.
• Work on an unscheduled basis and in the event of an emergency.
• Ability to stand, sit, bend, stoop as necessary to supervise and perform maintenance and repairs.
• Possesses manual dexterity and finger coordination to grasp, hold, turn or squeeze objects, tools and equipment.
• Possesses a sense of touch necessary to distinguish texture and temperature during the performance of maintenance and repairs duties.
• Possesses a sense of vision and hearing at a necessary level to diagnose problems, use tools and implement preventative or corrective solutions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

• Carrying out general electrical or plumbing work when necessary.
• Installing, repairing and maintaining plumbing system in facilities at the facility, inclusive of replacing & repairing leaking pipes, clearing blocked drains & pipes, installing wash hand basins & toilet bowls
• Performing all plumbing duties related to plant equipment such as water and sewage pumps, washing machines, sterilizers, water heaters, etc.
• Assisting with repairs and maintenance of electrical components to include replacing & repairing damaged bulbs, switches, receptacles, plugs and other fixtures
• Servicing and repair autoclaves under supervision
• Testing and service department generator under supervision to ensure good working condition
• Servicing oxygen cylinders and compressors
• Responding to routine and emergency calls for repairs and services
• Assisting in testing and doing general maintenance checks on generator under supervision to ensure good working condition.
• Servicing oxygen cylinders and compressors under supervision.

REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM:

Salary Scale: $ 1,711,060 – 2,301,208 per annum

Applications along with detailed resume should be sent no later than Friday, 2024 September 20

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.

Enrolled Assistant Nurse (St. Mary, Jamaica) - Annotto Bay Hospital (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, invites applications from suitably qualified persons with strong team building skills to fill the position of ENROLLED ASSISTANT NURSE - (HTAC/EAN 1) at the Annotto Bay Hospital.
Reporting to the Director, Nursing Services the incumbent will be responsible for assisting in the
administration of nursing services within the hospital.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• A graduate of a recognized School of Nursing.
• Enrolled with the Nursing Council of Jamaica.

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
• Sharing responsibility for a safe and comfortable environment for the 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
• Observing symptoms, reactions, attitudes and changes in the patient’s condition; and report to the
• Registered Nurse
• Preparing patients for and assisting doctors and nurses in examination, treatment and diagnostic tests
• Sharing responsibility for the control of infection
• Preparing instruments and equipment for storage and sterilization
• Sterilizing instruments and equipment
• Sharing responsibility for keeping the patient’s unit clean and tidy
• 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: $2,078,360 – $2,470,517 per annum

Applications along with resumé should be submitted no later than Friday, 2024 September 20 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.

Health Records Technician (St. Ann, St. Mary & Portland - Jamaica) - NERHA

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 Health Records Technician 1 (HTAC/HRT 2) for Hospitals and Health Departments in St. Ann, St. Mary and Portland.

Reporting to the Health Records Administrator, the ideal candidate must meet the following minimum:
Qualifications:

• Associate Science Degree in Health Information Technology or Certificate in Health Records and Statistics Level 11
• At least three (3) years full-time progressive experience in work related to the preparation and maintenance of health records and health statistics. One of which should be at supervisory level.

Required Skills and Specialized Techniques:

• Ability to analyze statistical reports and make recommendations
• Skills in Interpersonal Communication
• Skills in Conflict Resolution
• Ability to direct the activities of personnel and local programmes
• Skills in Human Resource Management
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• PC operating skills with excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Good time management skills

Key Responsibilities will include (but not limited to):

• Protect the security of the health records to ensure confidentiality is maintained
• Develop and maintain efficient and accurate filing and retrieval of health records
• Track and follow-up missing records
• Review records for completeness, accuracy and compliance with regulations (manual & electronic system)
• File laboratory/ other investigation reports and referral forms in patient/client health record
• Develop and ensure that the standardized numerical filing system of health record
• Maintain the master patient index files
• Compile and submit monthly clinic summary reports, sentinel, sexually transmitted disease syndrome and other reports
• Purging and disposal of patients’ records according to Ministry of Health (MOH) standards
• Auditing of health information system
• Maintain the appointment system
• Maintain the primary health care register
• Responsible for educating other members of the health team on the importance of health records, with a clear definition of health records duties
• Responsible for the acquisition and monitoring of health records stationery/equipment
• Orientate and supervise health records clerk
• Verify list for the path programme
• Facilitate research

REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM:

• Salary Scale: $ 2,795,163 – 3,322,571 per annum

Applications along with a detailed resume should be sent no later than Friday, 2024 August 16 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.

Community Health Aides (St. Ann, St. Mary & Portland - Jamaica) - NERHA

 

The North-East Regional Health Authority, a statutory body under the Ministry of Health and 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 suitable qualified persons to fill the position
of COMMUNITY HEALTH AIDES (HSC/HS 4) at the St. Ann, St. Mary and Portland Health Departments.

The ideal candidate must embody the Region’s vision: Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Environment, Healthy People.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT

• Four (4) CXC subjects including English Language or equivalent Level 3 City & Guilds.
• Practical Nursing Certificate; and a pass in Mathematics would be an asset.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND SPECIALISED TECHNIQUES

• Good and effective working relations with other staff members.
• Willingness and hardworking.
• Work performed to the highest possible standard.
• Pleasant and even-tempered.
• Good communication skills.

KEY RESPONSIBLITIES WILL INCLUDE:

• Motivates and refers new clients to Family Planning, Ante & Post Natal and other clinics
• Carries out home visits for clients newly discharged from hospitals including: diabetics or mothers and infants
• Assists the Community Nurses and District Midwives in ensuring that all expectant mothers in the assigned community are referred to the Health Centre for care
• Advise diabetic and hypertensive patients of the importance of regularly taking their medications and keeping their clinic appointments.
• Inform the community of all available health and environmental services and social programmes.

REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM:

• Salary Scale: $ 1,545,377 – 1,836,968 per annum

Application letters along with detailed resume should be sent no later than Friday, 2024 August 23
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.

Enrolled Assistant Nurse (St. Ann's Bay, St. Ann, Jamaica) - St. Ann's Bay Regional Hospital (NERHA)

 

The North-East Regional Health Authority (NERHA), 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 1) at the St. Ann’s Bay Regional Hospital.
Reporting to the Director, Nursing Services the incumbent will be responsible for assisting in the
administration of nursing services within the hospital.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• A graduate of a recognized School of Nursing.
• Enrolled with the Nursing Council of Jamaica.

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
• Sharing responsibility for a safe and comfortable environment for the 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
• Observing symptoms, reactions, attitudes and changes in the patient’s condition; and report to the
• Registered Nurse
• Preparing patients for and assisting doctors and nurses in examination, treatment and diagnostic tests
• Sharing responsibility for the control of infection
• Preparing instruments and equipment for storage and sterilization
• Sterilizing instruments and equipment
• Sharing responsibility for keeping the patient’s unit clean and tidy
• Assist in receiving, checking and storing supplies
• Perform simple dressings
• Administering medications excluding dangerous drugs as ordered e.g., orally, rectally or by injection-subcutaneous 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: $2,078,360 – $2,470,517 per annum

Applications along with resumé should be submitted no later than Friday, 2024 August 23 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.

Records Officer (St. Ann, Jamaica) - NERHA

 

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 at the Regional Office.

Reporting to the Human Resource Officer (Records and Information Management System), the incumbent is responsible for the creation and maintenance of personnel records for an efficient and effective records and information management system.

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

Required Skills and Specialized Techniques:

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written
• PC 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):

• Provide assistance to the Senior Human Resource Officer (Leave and Benefits) when required.
• Provide general typist support for the Human Resource Department as required.
• Assist in the preparation of notices and other promotional correspondence.
• Sorts and routes requested files to officers.
• Sorts and classifies correspondence.
• File correspondences and reports, ensuring that file jackets/folders are correctly coded/labeled.
• Creates and maintains files within existing classification system.
• Maintains confidentiality of records.
• Manages movement of files in and out of the Document Centre.
• Photocopies records for reference and other purposes.
• Conducts records inventory.
• Participates in the records retention and disposition.
• Assists with maintaining PMAS databases.

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

Applications along with a detailed resume should be sent no later than Friday, 2024 August 09 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.

Patient Care Assistant (St. Mary & Portland, Jamaica) - North-East Regional Health Authority

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 individual to fill the position of Patient Care Assistant (HSC/HS 5) at the Annotto Bay and Port Antonio Hospitals.

Summary:
Under the general direction of the Director of Nursing Services, the incumbent is responsible for the
supervision of housekeeping personnel in all departments; coordinating activities to ensure areas are
properly cleaned in a timely manner; preparing rosters, assigning duties, inspecting work, investigating
complaints regarding housekeeping services, and taking corrective action(s).
Requirements:

• Completed Secondary School Education;
• Certificate/Diploma in Practical Nursing or its equivalent from an accredited tertiary institution;
• Training in First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR);
• Three (3) years’ experience performing similar duties.

Responsibilities will include:

• Caring of patients’ units
• Feeding helpless patients
• Collecting routine urine specimen
• Collecting stool specimen and any other specimen
• Accompanying patients for procedures
• Making beds, cribs and bassinets.
• Assisting patients to and from wheelchair/stretcher.
• Caring for patients’ skin, mouth, hands, and feet.
• Caring of pressure areas.
• Combing and brushing patients’ hair.
• Tidying patients’ environment for hand over to next shift.
• Preparing dressing and equipment for sterilization
• Assisting in admission of patients:
• Putting the patient to bed
• Helping unpack belongings
• Ensuring custodial care of belongings according to hospital’s policy
• Assisting in discharge of patients:
• Returning belongings to patients/family according to hospital’s policy
• Accompanying patient to hospital’s entrance exit
• Caring of hospital equipment e.g. suction machine
• Maintaining sterility of pick-up forceps.
• Making dressings and assists with packing drums.

REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM:
Salary Scale: $ 1,792,163 – 2,130,319 per annum
Cover Letters along with resumé should be submitted no later than Monday, 2024 June 24 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.