Showing posts with label St. Elizabeth Health Department. Show all posts
Showing posts with label St. Elizabeth Health Department. Show all posts

Monday 27 May 2024

Health Records Clerk (Black River, St. Elizabeth, Jamaica) - St. Elizabeth Health Services (SRHA)

The Southern Regional Health Authority (SRHA), a Statutory Body under the Ministry of Health & Wellness responsible for the management and operation of Public Health Services within the Parishes of Clarendon, Manchester and St. Elizabeth, invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the following position in the ST. ELIZABETH HEALTH SERVICES: HEALTH RECORDS CLERK (HTAC/HRT 1) – 1 Position

Black River Health District
(Salary range $1,792,163-$2,130,319 per annum and any allowance (s) attached to the post).

Job Summary:
Under the supervision of the Health Records Technician and the technical supervision of the Parish Health Records Administrator the incumbent will have the responsibility for organizing, implementing, controlling and maintaining the patient information system for the provision of optimum patient care.

Qualifications and Experience
  • Four (4) ‘O’ Level/CXC subjects; including passes in English Language, Biology and Mathematics
  • Clerical and/or computer experience is an asset

Key Responsibilities include:
  • Protects the security of the health records to ensure confidentiality is maintained.
  • Develops and maintains efficient and accurate filing and retrieval of health records.
  • Tracks and follow-up missing records.
  • Reviews records for completeness, accuracy and compliance with regulations.
  • Files laboratory/ other investigation reports and referral forms in patient/client health record.
  • Develops and ensures that the standardized numerical filing system of health record.
  • Maintains the master patient index files.
  • Compiles and submits Monthly Clinic Summary Reports, Sentinel, STD Syndrome and other reports.
  • Maintains the appointment system for the various clinics held.
  • Maintains the Primary Health Care Register for the health records department manually and electronically.
  • Responsible for educating other members of the health team on the importance of health records, with a clear definition of health records duties.
  • Assists with the smooth running of the clinics; directing patients, developing a system whereby the records are transferred from the filing area to the clinic area.
  • Responsible for the acquisition and monitoring of health records stationery/equipment.
  • Completes the list for the PATH programme.
  • Collection and compilation of data for clinical activities done are to be recorded daily on the specific tally sheets.
  • Retrieve health records to facilitate researches by authorized users/personnel.
Specific Knowledge and Required Skills:
  • Good knowledge of the methods, procedures, practices, rules and regulations related to health data collection.
  • Good knowledge of Computer Applications.
  • Ability to analyze statistical reports and make recommendations.
  • Good interpersonal communication skills
  • Good conflict resolution skills
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Excellent customer service skills
Applications along with resume should be sent no later than May 31, 2023 to:
The Senior Human Resource Officer
St. Elizabeth Health Department
High Street
Black River, St. Elizabeth
E-Mail – jobssehd@gmail.com

NB. WE ENCOURAGE ALL INTERESTED APPLICANTS TO SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION USING THE MEDIUM STATED ABOVE. PLEASE INDICATE IN THE SUBJECT LINE THE POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR.

ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.




Thursday 11 April 2024

Community Health Aide (St. Elizabeth, Jamaica) - St. Elizabeth Health Services (SRHA)

The Southern Regional Health Authority (SRHA), a Statutory Body under the Ministry of Health & Wellness responsible for the management and operation of Public Health Services within the Parishes of Clarendon, Manchester and St. Elizabeth, invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the following position in the ST. ELIZABETH HEALTH SERVICES: COMMUNITY HEALTH AIDE (HSC/HS 4) – Vacant

SANTA CRUZ HEALTH DISTRICT– 2 positions

(Salary range $1,545,377 - $1,836,968 per annum and any allowance (s) attached to the post)

Job Summary
The incumbent will be responsible for working cooperatively with families in the community in order to identify health related problems and bring them to health professionals. He/she is directly responsible to the Community Nurse and is expected to work co-operatively with all members of the health team.

Specific Knowledge Required

  • Knowledge of community health.
  • Practical experience of giving simple nursing care.
  • Good communication skills.
Qualification & Experience
  • Two (2) ‘O’ Level/CXC subjects; English Language compulsory.
  • HEART TRUST certification in Community Health Aide/ Healthcare Assistant.
  • Public health and/or service industry experience would be an asset.
Key Responsibilities
  • Teach simple health facts to the people of the community he/she serves.
  • Encourage and advise parents and guardians to have their children completely immunized against infectious diseases.
  • Encourage the regular attendance of infants to the Child Welfare Clinic from an early age.
  • Give simple nursing care to those individuals where this type of care is indicated e.g. bed baths
  • Assist the Community Nurses and District Midwives in ensuring that all expectant mothers in the area receive adequate pre-natal and post-natal care.
  • Participate in information gathering or data collection activities.
  • Record feedback on health problems and related interventions conducted in the community.
  • Motivate and refer clients to health facilities for investigation and/or treatment.
  • Assist in organizing and participating in interventions initiated by the health department.
Applications along with resume should be sent no later than April 15, 2024 to:
The Senior Human Resource Officer
St. Elizabeth Health Department
1 Brigade Street
Black River, St. Elizabeth
E-Mail – sehdpersonneldept@gmail.com
NB. WE THANK ALL APPLICANTS FOR THEIR INTEREST, BUT ONLY SHORTLISTED
APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.




Customer Care Assistant (St. Elizabeth, Jamaica) - St. Elizabeth Health Services (SRHA)

 

The Southern Regional Health Authority (SRHA), a Statutory Body under the Ministry of Health & Wellness responsible for the management and operation of Public Health Services within the Parishes of Clarendon, Manchester and St. Elizabeth, invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the following position in the ST. ELIZABETH HEALTH SERVICES: CUSTOMER CARE ASSISTANT (GMG/AM 1) (Salary range $1,439,455 - $ 1,935,907 per annum and any allowance (s) attached to the post)

Job Summary:
Under the general supervision of the Parish Administrative Officer, the incumbent operates multi-line telephone system to answer incoming calls, directs callers to appropriate personnel; receive, log and distributes incoming mail to the various department; provide information/guidance to clients/visitors.

Qualification and Experience:
  • Minimum five (5) subjects at CXC/GCE O'Level inclusive of English Language.
  • Training in switchboard operating techniques.

Plus
  • A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in PBX operations.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Receives incoming telephone calls, determines purpose of calls, and forward calls to appropriate personnel or department.
  • Place outgoing calls; ensure that a log is kept of all mobile and overseas calls.
  • Welcomes on-site visitors, determines nature of business, and announces visitors to appropriate personnel.
  • Answers questions about the organization and provides callers with address, directions, and other information.
  • Receive, log and distribute incoming mail/documents to the relevant departments.
  • Hold outgoing mail/documents to be collected. Ensure that log is signed.
  • Type miscellaneous documents for the department.
  • Operate the electronic door.
  • Ensure that the furniture in the lobby are neatly arranged and the area is kept tidy and inviting.
Specific Knowledge/Skills Required:
  • Working knowledge of office procedures
  • Must be polite and courteous while answering the phone
  • Active listening skills
  • Well developed human relations skills.
  • Good oral communication skills.
  • Good time management skills.
  • PC operating skills (spreadsheets, word processing, and/or other data base applications).
Applications along with resume should be sent no later than April 15, 2024 to:

The Senior Human Resource Officer
St. Elizabeth Health Department
1 Brigade Street
Black River, St. Elizabeth

NB. ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.




Monday 8 January 2024

Data Entry Clerk (St. Elizabeth, Jamaica) - St. Elizabeth Health Department

The Southern Regional Health Authority (SRHA), a Statutory Body under the Ministry of Health &
Wellness responsible for the management and operation of Public Health Services within the Parishes of
Clarendon, Manchester and St. Elizabeth, invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the
following position at the St. Elizabeth Health Services.

RE-ADVERTISED

DATA ENTRY CLERK – HIV UNIT (MIS/IT2) – VACANT
(Salary range $1,370,094 - $1,842,625 per annum and any applicable allowances)

Reporting to the Regional HIV/STI/Tb Coordinator or her designate, the incumbent is responsible for
the input, uploading and scanning of data into the relevant databases to facilitate the monitoring and
evaluation functions of the HIV Programme. The Officer will also support the implementation of the
Monitoring & Evaluation and research activities outlined in the work plan as well as strengthen the capacity
of stakeholders in data entry and data management by the provision of technical assistance
Qualifications and Experience:
  • Associate Degree in Computer Science/Information Technology or related field
  • At least two (2) years related experience
  • Data entry experience is an asset
  • Familiarity with the current HIV databases is an asset
Required Knowledge, Skills & Competences:
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • Good oral and written communication skills
  • Good time management and problem-solving skills
  • Able to respond to deadlines and prioritize accordingly
  • Be detail oriented and highly confidential
  • Ability to ensure that the accuracy of data is maintained
  • Good interpersonal skills

Key Responsibilities will include:
  • Performing data entry in several different databases including highly confidential information
  • Providing data entry support to Sub-Recipients in the HIV Response
  • Assisting with the gathering/collation of data and data collection forms from various sources
  • Performing validation and verification of data entry forms with documentation of findings
  • Collaborating with professional staff and field officers in the collection, collation, and analysis of data from M & E system including data for donor reporting.
  • Participating in training workshops to build capacity in Data Quality among sub-recipients and other stakeholders
  • Working closely with the Regional M & E Officer and Regional Data Manager to prepare reports
  • Performing duplication checks on data entry forms
  • Performing simple systems administration duties such as backing up databases, internet search, and antivirus updates etc.
  • Performing general office administrative duties such as taking messages, preparing reports, liaising with other component staff
  • Assisting with other statistical updating exercises undertaken by the Unit

Applications along with resumes should be sent no later than Wednesday, January 17, 2024 to:
The Senior Human Resource Officer,
St. Elizabeth Health Department,
1 Brigade Street,
Black River, St. Elizabeth.

E-Mail – sehdpersonneldept@gmail.com


NB. ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED


NB: We thank all participants for responding, however, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.




Friday 5 January 2024

Clinic Attendant (Black River, St. Elizabeth Jamaica) - Southern Regional Health Authority


 The Southern Regional Health Authority (SRHA), a Statutory Body under the Ministry of Health & Wellness responsible for the management and operation of Public Health Services within the Parishes of Clarendon, Manchester and St. Elizabeth, invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the following position in the ST. ELIZABETH HEALTH SERVICES: CLINIC ATTENDANT (FEMALE)

(Salary range $916,530-$1,089,466 per annum and any allowance (s) attached to the post)

Under the general supervision of the Public Health Nurse, the incumbent will be responsible
for performing support functions as it relates to the day-to-day operations at the Health
Centre.

Qualification and Experience:
  • School Leaving Certificate (Secondary Education)
  • English Language in GCE O’Level/CXC at the General Proficiency level would be an asset
Key Responsibilities:
  • Assisting with the ushering of patients and maintaining order in the waiting areas
  • Lifting patients to stretchers and wheelchairs when the need arises
  • Ensuring that the building is opened on time and is securely locked at the end of the day
  • Ensuring the general upkeep of the grounds and buildings; bushing and weeding of grounds, cleaning of high windows and walls, etc.
  • Reporting any problems that may affect the smooth flow of work.

Specific Knowledge/Skills Required:
  • Patience and tolerance
  • Ability to communicate effectively both in written and oral format
  • Ability to respect patient confidentiality
Applications along with resume should be sent no later than January 08, 2024 to:
The Senior Human Resource Officer,
St. Elizabeth Health Department,
1 Brigade Street,
Black River, St. Elizabeth.
NB. ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.