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.

Customer Care Assistant (St. Ann, 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 health care and public health services within the parishes of St. Ann, St. Mary and Portland, is seeking dynamic, proactive and forward-thinking individuals to fill the position of Customer Care Assistant (GMG/AM 1) at the Regional Office.

Summary:

Reporting to the Manager, Customer Service, the incumbent is responsible to assist the general public in all
aspects of their interaction with the Organization as the first line of contact to assist with customer inquiries
and complaints and interact with customers to provide and process information.
Qualifications & Experience:

• Diploma in Management Studies with two (2) years’ experience in a similar role.

OR

• At least five (5) subjects at the CXC General proficiency/GCE O ’levels including English Language and a numeric subject.
• Three (3) years’ experience in a similar field

Specific Knowledge Required:

• Knowledge of Customer Service, telephone ethics and techniques.
• Knowledge of Office Management and Ethics
• Switch Board Operating Skills
• Knowledge of the MDA’s policies and procedures
• Strong customer service orientation
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Good time management skills

Key responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Accurate Telephone/Visitors’ Register maintained on a daily basis
• Record and research of customers’ enquiries submitted within stipulated timeline
• Complaints Register submitted, indicating timely log and routing to the appropriate officer in a timely manner
• Log of customer calls received and made in accordance with GOJ/MDA’s Citizen Charter, submitted within the stipulated timeline.
• Information researched and disseminated accurately and in a reasonable time frame
• Reports submitted indicate new systems, procedures and working practices implemented accurately in accordance to established format

REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM:
Salary Scale: $1,439,455– $1,935,907 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.

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.

Medical Officers needed (St. Ann, St. Mary, Portland - Jamaica) - North Regional Health Authority

 

Vacancies:

• Specialist Family Medicine
• Medical Officer Level 1 and 2

The positions are for the St. Ann, St. Mary and Portland Health Departments.

Send applications to: jobs@nerha.gov.jm

See flyer above for more details.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.

Hospital Attendant (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 Hospital Attendant (Housekeeping) (HSC/HS 1) at the Port Maria 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 May 03 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.

Public Health Nurse 3 (St. Ann, Jamaica) - St. Ann Health Department (NERHA)

 PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE 3 (HPC/RN 5)

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 Public Health Nurse 3 at the St. Ann Health Department.

Reporting to the Medical Officer (Health), the successful candidate will be responsible for the
Primary Health Care Nursing Services in St. Ann.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Certificate/Diploma/Bachelor Science Degree in General Nursing from an accredited school
• Certificate in Midwifery
• Diploma/B. Sc. Degree in Public Health Nursing
• Certificate or degree in Nursing Administration/Supervisory Management/Health Services Management
• Master of Public Health/Human Resource Management/Development or other equivalent post graduate degree will be an asset.
• Registration with the Nursing Council as Nurse and Midwife
• Five to Seven (5-7) years clinical practice to proficiency level as a Registered Nurse/Midwife
• Six (6) years Public Health Nursing Practice
• Three (3) years Public Health Nursing Administration

Required Knowledge, Skills & Competencies:

• Professional nursing theory and practice
• Strong leadership, motivational and administrative skills
• Proactive work attitude, good ethical conduct and human relations skill.
• Nursing, health and related legislation
• Computer literate in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent administrative, leadership and communication skills as a middle manager.
• Good clinical and diagnostic/problem-solving skills
• Practical experience of programme planning and management techniques
• Proactive work attitude, and good ethical conduct
• High-quality written, oral, and time management skills
• Good human/interpersonal relations skills
• Sound analytical skills
• Ability to recognize and evaluate health needs
• Ability to inspire confidence and motivate staff.
• Ability to plan, direct, coordinate and evaluate programmes and the performance of others.
• Ability to plan and coordinate learning experiences.
• Ability to work effectively with related professional and with community agencies

Key Responsibilities will include:
Management and Administration

• Preparation of programme plans to meet Parish, Regional, and National goals.
• Reviewing, evaluating and interpreting health district/programme reports, vital statistics, outputs for health targets and other data in determining effectiveness of strategies implemented.
• Monitoring and evaluating programmes through data collection, collation and analysis.

Technical

• Initiating and coordinating of surveillance and control of communicable disease programmes at the parish level in collaboration with the Medical Officer (Health) and other key stakeholders.
• Liaising with other team members at the health district and regional level in the prevention and containment of disease epidemics of national and international significance.
• Conducting clinical duties and surveillance activities

Human Resource

• Consulting with Regional Nursing Supervisor, Medical Officer (Health), Parish Manager, Personnel and other officers on matters requiring their expertise.
• Evaluating the performance of Public Health Nurse Level II, Midwife Supervisor or District Midwife Level III and reviews the performance of the Public Health Nurse Level I.
• Initiating and or facilitating counselling sessions of staff on issues both work and non-work related.

Education

• Conducting training needs assessment of nursing and midwifery personnel and preparation of parish succession plan.
• Management of the continuing education activities or training to promote the effective performance of team members.
• ▪ Facilitating the practicum of students from varying programmes and serves as preceptor.

Research

• Contributing to the body of nursing knowledge by conducting and critically analyzing research geared towards improving evidence-based practice.
• Utilization of programme outputs and other relevant data to guide research agenda.
• Participating in advanced epidemiological investigations.

REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM: Salary Scale: $6,289,384 - $7,476,101

Applications along with resume should be submitted no later than Friday, 2024 March 08 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.