Health Technician (Kingston, Jamaica) - National Health Fund

 

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the post of:

Health Technician (Temporary) – Health Promotion & Public Relations Department

ROLE AND CORE FUNCTIONS OF JOB:
Under the general direction of the Registered Nurse, the Health Technician shall have responsibility for
providing assistance with the screening of patients.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Four (4) GCE O’Levels/CXCs including English and a numeric subject
• Ability to read, write and comprehend medical terminology
• At least one (1) years’ experience as a Health Technician
• Nurses Aid training would be an asset
• Any equivalent combination of qualification and experience

Required skills and specialised knowledge:

• Excellent Record Management skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Computer literacy
• Time management skills

Special conditions associated with the job:

• Required to work beyond normal working hours in order to meet stipulated deadlines
• Ensure that all records are kept confidential
• Working at Off Site locations

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist Enrolled Assistant Nurse (EAN) to conduct screening of patients.
• Maintain record of tests done and results.
• Enter patient data in the database.
• Register participants at NHF outreach events
• Maintain records of reagents/supplies.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Registered Nurse, the Health Promotion & Public Relations Manager or the CEO.

Applicants are invited to submit their application no later than June 19, 2024:
Addressed to:

The Human Resource Department,
NATIONAL HEALTH FUND,
The Towers, 6th Floor, 25 Dominica Drive,
Kingston 5.

Email: vacancies@nhf.org.jm

NB. We appreciate all responses but only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Clinical Pharmacist (Kingston, Jamaica) - National Health Fund

 

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the position of:

CLINICAL PHARMACIST

PHARMACY SERVICES DELIVERY DIVISION

ROLES AND FUNCTIONS OF JOB:

• Develop, implement, co-ordinate and manage a clinical pharmacy programme.
• Manage medication therapy in direct patient care settings, whether practicing independently or in consultation/collaboration with other health care professionals.
• Specify and maintain the proper techniques and special protection needed for storage and preservation of therapeutic agents.
• Participate in clinician led ward rounds as the drug expert, ensuring adherence to the Ministry of Health and Wellness’s Vital Essential and Necessary (VEN) List of Pharmaceuticals.
• Provision of current Drug Information which may include updates, journals and literature files, as well as to present drug reviews to staff and other health care professionals on a periodic basis.
• Assist with the provision of drug counselling on wards to discharge patients to enhance proper use of medications, and promote adherence.
• Document clinical interventions and cost avoidance made to improve therapeutic outcomes and reduce hospital stay.
• Maintain quality assurance systems to ensure the maintenance of standards and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Doctorate in Pharmacy Degree
• Post Graduate Training in Clinical Pharmacy
• Registered Pharmacist licensed by the Pharmacy Council of Jamaica
• Registered Preceptor by the Pharmacy Council of Jamaica.
• Certificate in Supervisory Management- an asset.
• Minimum of three (3) years working experience as a Pharmacist in a hospital pharmacy.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in Clinical Pharmacy.

SKILLS AND SPECIALIZED TECHNIQUES:

• Computer literate with working knowledge of pharmacy software, Microsoft Word and Excel software.
• In-depth and current knowledge on drugs, medical procedures and therapies, diagnosis and disease states as well as pharmacokinetics.
• Knowledge of norms and standards related to the Ministry of Health and Wellness Drug Policy eg. VEN List and Dangerous Drugs.
• Knowledge of World Health Organization’s good manufacturing practices.
• Excellent decision making time management and supervisory skills.
• Display good leadership qualities and maintenance of professional standards.

Applicants are invited to submit their applications no later than Thursday, 16th May, 2024 to:

The Human Resource Department

NATIONAL HEALTH FUND

6th Floor, The Towers,

25 Dominica Drive

Kingston 5.

Email: vacancies@nhf.org.jm 

Registered Nurse (Kingston, Jamaica) - National Health Fund

 

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the post of:

REGISTERED NURSE (Health Promotion & Public Relations)
(Temporary – 4 Months)

ROLE AND FUNCTIONS OF JOB:

Under the general direction of the Manager, Health Promotion and Public Relations, the Registered Nurse shall have responsibility for providing screening services to patients at the community days, health fairs and other events planned by the National Health Fund.

CORE DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate the screening programme of the Fund
• Ensure adequate preparations are made for the screening of patients
• Counsel “patients” at outreach events
• Make referrals for patients with abnormal results
• Liaise with Physicians re pending ECG’s and then do follow up and referral for those with abnormal results
• Make preparation for mailing pending ECG results
• Do follow up with persons showing abnormal results
• Analysis of data and generate reports
• Ensure that the instruments used for measurement are regularly calibrated
• Any other duties as assigned by the Manager, Health Promotions and Public Relations

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Registered Nurse licensed by the Nursing Council of Jamaica
• Graduate from an accredited Nurses’ Training Programme
• At least two (2) years’ experience as a Registered Nurse
• Any equivalent combination of qualification and experience

Applicants are invited to submit their applications no later than Tuesday, April 23, 2024 to:
The Human Resource Department,

NATIONAL HEALTH FUND,

6th Floor, The Tower,

25 Dominica Drive,

Kingston 5.

Email: vacancies@nhf.org.jm 

NB. We appreciate all responses, but only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Administrative Assistant (Kingston, Jamaica) - National Health Fund

 Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the post of:

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT (Audit Division)

ROLE AND FUNCTIONS OF JOB:

The incumbent shall have responsibility for providing secretarial and administrative services support to the Chief Internal Auditor and to assist in ensuring an effective and efficient Audit Division.

CORE DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain a log of all incoming and outgoing correspondence.
• Assist with the preparation of compliance, monthly, quarterly and annual reports for submission to the Audit Committee.
• Prepare letters, memoranda and other documentation for the Department.
• Take notes or minutes of meetings and prepare for circulation.
• Coordinate and maintain an effective filing system for the Department, in accordance with established procedures.
• Liaise with managers and other department members with regards to submission of reports and other required documentation, to facilitate timely submission to the Audit Committee.
• Contribute to the achievement of the Department’s objectives by completing assignments as needed.
• Schedule meetings and appointments as directed by the CIA.
• Perform any other related duties that may be assigned to achieve the Company’s goals and objectives.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS ASSOCIATED WITH JOB:

• Required to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends (when required) in order to meet stipulated deadlines.
• Normal office, retail and warehouse environment.
• Intra-island travel to retail pharmacies.
• Individual must have a reliable motor vehicle

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Diploma in Business Administration or equivalent qualifications
• CPS or other equivalent professional secretarial qualification would be an asset
• Ability to perform administrative and basic auditing functions for office, warehouse operations and pharmacies.
• Minimum of three (3) years administrative and/or auditing experience preferably in a Pharmaceutical, Warehousing or Insurance environment.

Applicants are invited to submit their applications no later than Friday, January 5, 2024 to:

The Human Resource Department,

NATIONAL HEALTH FUND,
6th Floor, The Towers,
25 Dominica Drive,
Kingston 5.

Email: vacancies@nhf.org.jm 

NB. We appreciate all responses, but only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Pharmacy Technician (St. James, Jamaica) - National Health Fund

 

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the temporary post of:

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN - (PARISH - ST. JAMES)

PHARMACY SERVICES DELIVERY DIVISION

ROLES AND FUNCTIONS OF JOB:

• To support the Pharmacist in the accurate processing and filling of prescriptions.
• Assist with picking and packaging and labeling of medications
• Assist in the filing of prescriptions and other documents for the pharmacy.
• Assist in maintaining accurate inventory for pharmaceutical items.
• Assist with receival and verification of stock delivered.
• Assist in maintaining the general tidiness and organization of the pharmacy.
• Assist in the ordering and storage of pharmaceuticals for the pharmacy.
• Compound pharmaceuticals as requested by pharmacist.
• Maintain accurate records of expiry dates of pharmaceuticals and short dated pharmaceuticals for return within the agreed timeframe.
• Maintain accurate patient and drug records as required.
• Perform any other related duties assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• A minimum of five (5) subjects at the CXC/GCE Level including Mathematics, English Language and a Science subject.
• Possess a Pharmacy Technician Certificate/Diploma from a recognized institution.
• A minimum of one (1) year working experience in a pharmacy environment.

SKILLS AND SPECIALIZED TECHNIQUES:

• Strong mathematical skills.
• Ability to manage time efficiently and effectively.
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Computer literate with working knowledge of pharmacy software.

Applicants are invited to submit their applications no later than December 5, 2023 to:

The Human Resource Department

                                        NATIONAL HEALTH FUND

                                        6th Floor, The Towers,

                                        25 Dominica Drive,

                                       Kingston 5.

                                        Email: vacancies@nhf.org.jm

Customer Care Officer (Kingston, Jamaica) - National Health Fund

 

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the post of:

CUSTOMER CARE OFFICER

ROLE AND FUNCTIONS OF JOB:

• Respond to queries and complaints via email, telephone or any other customer service application developed for optimizing customer service efficiency.
• Represent the National Health Fund at Health Fairs and other promotional events held on week days, weekends and public holidays - upon request
• Relieve Receptionist/Telephone Operator upon request
• Handle customer inquiries relating to the processing of NHF Claims/transactions, Order processing, billing and payment inquiries, account modifications and other product/service information.
• Process drug advance requests
• Facilitate overrides for pharmacy and beneficiary
• Administer customer feedback tool
• Perform data entry operations
• Process application and change forms for JADEP and NHF members
• Issue replacement membership cards for JADEP and NHF members.
• Print and package for distribution membership cards for JADEP and NHF members.
• Perform administrative duties to support the Card production and distribution process.
• Provide customers with product and service information
• Provide Customer Service resolutions in a timely manner.
• Document all customer service interactions
• Utilize several platforms simultaneously to respond to the diversifying request of customers.

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• Excellent inter-personal skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships
• Ability to plan, lead and manage multiple priority projects simultaneously.
• Ability to provide professional customer service based on strong principles and ethics.
• Computer Literacy
• Time management skills

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• B.Sc. Degree in Management Studies/Public Relations or similar field
• Training in customer service/public relations
• At least two (2) years’ experience in customer service or call centre environment.
• Any equivalent combination of qualifications and experience

Applicants are invited to submit their applications no later than Wednesday, August 2, 2023 to:

The Human Resource Department,
NATIONAL HEALTH FUND,
6th Floor, The Towers,
25 Dominica Drive,
Kingston 5.

Email: vacancies@nhf.org.jm

NB. We appreciate all responses, but only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Enrolled Assistant Nurse (Kingston, Jamaica) - National Health Fund

 Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the post of:

Enrolled Assistant Nurse (Temporary) – Health Promotion & Public Relations Department

ROLE AND CORE FUNCTIONS OF JOB:
Under the general direction of the Registered Nurse, the Enrolled Assistant Nurse shall work
closely with the Registered Nurse to provide:

• Careful administration of screening tests
• Supervision of the technician for the mobile screening unit
• Continuous checks to ensure accurate data is captured

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Registered Enrolled Assistant Nurse licensed by the Nursing Council of Jamaica
• Graduate from an Accredited Assistant Nurses’ Training Programme
• Certificate in Care for the Elderly
• At least two (2) years’ experience as an Enrolled Assistant Nurse
• Any equivalent combination of qualifications and experience

Required skills and specialised knowledge:

• Sound analytical and decision making skills
• Excellent Record Management skills
• Excellent inter-personal skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Computer Literacy
• Time management skills

Special conditions associated with the job:

• Required to work beyond normal working hours in order to meet stipulated

deadlines
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Careful administration of screening tests.
• Supervision of the technician for the mobile screening unit.
• Continuous checks to ensure accurate data is captured.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Health Promotion Supervisor, Health Promotion Coordinator, the Health Promotion & Wellness Manager or the CEO.

Applicants are invited to submit their application no later than Monday, July 31, 2023:
Addressed to: 

The Human Resource Department,
NATIONAL HEALTH FUND,
The Towers, 6th Floor, 25 Dominica Drive,
Kingston 5.

Email: vacancies@nhf.org.jm

NB. We appreciate all responses but only short listed candidates will be contacted. 

Pharmacist (Westmoreland, Jamaica) - National Health Fund

 CAREER OPPORTUNITY

(EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT)

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the position of:

PHARMACIST – SAVANNA-LA-MAR HOSPITAL

PHARMACY SERVICES DELIVERY DIVISION

ROLES AND FUNCTIONS OF JOB:

• Responsible for the accurate and timely dispensing of drugs and medical supplies to patients according to the Pharmacy Laws of Jamaica.
• Ensure good customer service practices and complaints management systems are maintained.
• Provide a coordinated, therapeutic approach that seeks to manage and improve the health status of the patients.
• Ensure that compounding, weighing and measuring are done in accordance with good manufacturing practices (sterility, attire of staff, environment).
• Maintain quality assurance systems to ensure the maintenance of standards and procedures.
• Specify and maintain the proper techniques and special protection needed for storage and preservation of therapeutic agents.
• Provide patient counselling as needed to optimize drug therapy and patient care.
• Assist in maintaining adequate stock of pharmaceuticals, sundries, medical and stationery supplies.
• Utilize sound inventory management practices while dispensing.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor of Pharmacy Degree.
• Registered Pharmacist licensed by the Pharmacy Council of Jamaica.
• Registered Preceptor by the Pharmacy Council of Jamaica/ University of Technology (an asset).
• Certificate in Supervisory Management- an asset.
• Minimum of two (2) years working experience as a Pharmacist in a community/hospital pharmacy.

SKILLS AND SPECIALIZED TECHNIQUES:

• Computer literate with working knowledge of pharmacy software, Microsoft Word and Excel applications.
• Knowledge of new trends and development in pharmacy.
• Ability to communicate effectively, establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with staff and others.
• Ability to plan, assign and supervise professional and support staff engaged in the provision of pharmaceutical services.
• Strong leadership qualities
• Skill in decision-making, management and supervisory techniques.

Applicants are invited to submit their applications no later than July 5, 2023 to:

The Human Resource Department,
NATIONAL HEALTH FUND,
6th Floor, The Towers,
25 Dominica Drive,
Kingston 5.

NB. We appreciate all responses, but only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Receptionist (Kingston, Jamaica) - National Health Fund

 Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the posts of:
RECEPTIONIST (Permanent (1)


ROLE AND FUNCTIONS OF JOB:

Under the direction of the Human Resource Manager, the Receptionist Operator is directly responsible for the operations of the telephone PBX and the reception area of the NHF. The Receptionist Operator will: 

• Operate the telephone communications equipment of the NHF.
• Receive all calls with courtesy and tact and route as required.
• Take messages for staff if they are unavailable.
• Maintain a list of frequently called numbers to facilitate quick contact.
• Ensure the telephone communications equipment and lines are working properly.
• Report all malfunctions in the equipment and lines to the service provider and follow-up to ensure they are corrected.
• Be aware of basic information about the NHF to respond to queries from the public.
• Greet all visitors to the Office and direct them as necessary.
• Process incoming mail/packages for dispatch
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Human Resource Manager, the Director, Human Resource & Administration and the CEO.

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• Excellent communication and customer relations skills
• Accuracy in receiving and relaying information and messages

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Four (4) O’ Levels or CXC or a Certificate from a Tertiary Institution
• Four (4) years’ experience as a telephone operator preferably with 2 years as a receptionist or in customer relations or any equivalent combination of qualifications and experience

Applicants are invited to submit their applications no later than Tuesday, July 5, 2022 to:

The Human Resource Management Department

NATIONAL HEALTH FUND

6th Floor, The Towers,

25 Dominica Drive,

Kingston 5.

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We appreciate all responses, but only short listed candidates will be contacted.