Caregiver (Clarendon, Jamaica)

 

A caregiver is needed in Thompson Town, Clarendon. 

• Immediate hire

Email: Averytifa@gmail.com with contact details 

Patient Care Assistant (St. Thomas, Jamaica) - St. Thomas Municipal Corporation (Local Government Services Commission)

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

Patient Care Assistant (HSC/HC 5)

Duties & Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the Matron/Assistant Matron, the Patient Care Assistant will ensure residents of the Infirmary are cared for with dignified consideration and their well-being attended to in keeping with established standards and procedures including the following:

• Completely bathe clients and or assist with difficult tasks such as washing back and getting in and out of the tub/shower when clients are unable to do so independently
• Assists with dressing and undressing of clients or provide supervision when clients are unable to do so
• Assist with bladder and or bowel problems including the provision and removal of bed pans or supervising clients (as necessary) when they are unable to take care of their own toilet needs
• Assist clients to move with or without mechanical aid (e.g. wheel chair, walker), or when moving on difficult stairs, slopes, etc
• Assist clients with getting in and out of bed or wheel chair or on and off the toilet or providing supervision when clients can do so without assistance
• Participates in recreational activities (e.g. devotional sessions, games, etc)
• Assists clients to move to prevent secondary disabilities or medical issues
• Encourages independence by allowing clients to perform by themselves activities which they are capable of doing

Minimum Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Completion of secondary education
• Certificate in Practical Nursing from a recognized institution
• In-service training/basic first aid

Applications accompanied by resumes should be submitted no later than Friday, November 25, 2022 to:

Secretary,

Local Government Services,

Office of the Services Commission,

Ministry of Finance and the Public Service Complex,

2nd Floor, G Block,

30 National Heroes Circle,

Kingston 4.

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Receptionist (Kingston, Jamaica) - Heart & Vascular Centre

We are looking for a highly professional and efficient individual to join our team in the capacity of Receptionist.

Candidate Profile:

• At least five (5) CSEC subjects inclusive of Mathematics and English
• Proven work experience as a Receptionist, Customer Service Representative or similar role
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google applications
• Hands-on experience with office equipment
• Solid written and verbal communication skills


• Ability to be resourceful and proactive 
• Excellent organizational and conflict resolution skills
• Multi-tasking and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks
• Certification in Office Management and/or experience working in a medical facility

Interested candidates may send their updated CV and cover letter to: hvcrecruit@gmail.com

Nanny needed (Kingston, Jamaica)

A nanny is needed for a special needs child. 

Work Schedule: 7: am - 4:00 pm

Requirements:

• Must be vaccinated against COVID-19 virus
• Able to travel up and down a hill in Kingston
• Lives in Kingston 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 10 to make commute time shorter and more affordable
• Accompanies child to school
• Follows instructions and communicates well
• Assists child with daily therapy

Call or Whatsapp: (876) 843-9603.

Practical Nurse (Kingston, Jamaica)

 Practical Nurse needed 

(Live-in / Fully vaccinated against COVID-19)

Requirements:

• Age range: 45 - 55 years old
• Ability to read and write
• Grown children (none in school)
• Ability to administer and record blood sugar and pressure readings
• Experience working with dementia patients, and patients with an amputation

Please email resumes to desrine01x@hotmail.com no later than November 15, 2022.  

Medical Records Clerk (Kingston, Jamaica) - Heart Foundation of Jamaica

We're hiring!

The  Heart Foundation of Jamaica is looking for enthusiastic and committed professionals to join our team.

Medical Records Clerk

Requirements:

• At least five (5) CXC subjects inclusive of Mathematics, English Language and Information Technology or certificate in data entry or records keeping
• A minimum of two (2) years experience in a similar role
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Must be computer literate with mastery of using Microsoft Office Suite applications

Apply to: 

Email: vacancy@heartfoundationja.org

Deadline: November 14, 2022.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Cleaner (Montego Bay, Jamaica) - Montego Bay Metro Company

Description:

• General cleaning, using appropriate equipment and tools

Specialised skills, techniques/learned disciplines:

• Knowledge of methods, chemicals, disinfectants and equipment used in cleaning buses
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety measures in the care of omni-buses and cleaning techniques

Qualifications & Experience:

• Secondary School education to Grade 9
• Basic literacy, reading and writing
• No previous working experience required 

Required Skills and Specialised Techniques: 

• Basic interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage time efficiently
• Ability to work with minimal supervision 

Hand deliver a written application letter and resume to:  

Montego Bay Metro Company Limited,

Bogue Industrial Estates,

White Sands Beach P.O.,

St. James.

Email: mobaymetro@cwjamaica.com 

Registered Nurse (Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands) - The Pines Retirement Home

The Pines Retirement Home is recruiting experienced registered nurses for full-time positions.

Our busy retirement home is a 48-bed facility providing high quality care to residents aged 55 years and older. If you want to live and work in paradise with a dynamic and fulfilling team, then this job is for you. We offer continual learning with the nursing team supported by a dedicated nurse manager.

Essential criteria:

• Current Registration License from Health Practice Commission/Nursing and Midwifery Council of the Cayman Islands. You may obtain a license for Cayman if your registration is from the USA, Jamaica, UK, or Canada.
• Relevant acute care experience
• Demonstrated interpersonal and written communication skills, and 
• An understanding and knowledge of gerontology

If you fit the above criteria, then we want to hear from you as soon as possible! Please send your resume and cover letter via email to:  Lynda.mitchell@thepinescayman.com

Annual base salary range: US $40,000 - $50,000 per annum

Deadline for receiving applications is 11th November 2022. 

Pharmacy Technician (Kingston, Jamaica) - Jamaica Defence Force

 The Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) invites suitably qualified persons to enlist in the JDF as a Professional Entry Enlisted Rank (PEER), to fill the following position:

Pharmacy Technician

Candidates must meet the following requirements and competencies:

• Nationality - Be a Commonwealth citizen

Professional and Educational Requirements:

• Pharmacy Technician Certificate from an accredited tertiary level institution
• A minimum of one (1) year working as a Pharmacy Technician in a Pharmacy

Key Competencies:

Knowledge and Technical Skills:

• Excellent knowledge of pharmaceutical inventory and records management
• Good knowledge of pharmacology and drug information
• Ability to read and interpret prescriptions
• Proficient in calculating pharmaceutical doses
• Excellent at maintaining infection control practices

Critical and analytical Thinking Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work cohesively within a diverse community 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent attention to details
• Ability to operate in a team environment
• Excellent ability to analyze information

Attitude:

• Must be highly dependable and organized
• Must demonstrate the aptitude and desire to assimilate into military life
• Must be willing to work at other Military Outstations Medical Clinics
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Military Standards:

• In addition to the academic qualifications and competencies, candidates must be able to pass the assessment requirements for enlistment in the JDF.

Key Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Supports pharmacological services by stocking, assembling and distributing medications
• Organizes medications for Pharmacist to disperse, by reading medication orders and prescriptions, preparing labels, calculating quantities, and assembling intravenous solutions and other pharmaceutical therapies
• Maintains pharmacy inventory by checking pharmaceutical stock to determine inventory level, anticipating needed medications and supplies, and removing outdated drugs as directed
• Maintain a clean and safe pharmacy by complying with procedures, rules and regulations
• Ensures medication availability  by delivering medications to patients and departments
• Prepares reports by collecting and summarizing information 

Application letters and resumes are to be submitted before Friday, 11 November 2022 via email to: pesm.application@jdf.mil.jm and be addressed to: 

S01 J1 (Personnel and Adminisration)

Headquarters

Jamaica Defence Force

Up Park Camp,

Kingston 5.

Babysitter (St. Andrew, Jamaica)

 

A babysitter is needed in Lawrence Tavern area of St. Andrew. 

Requirements:

• Experienced with caring for children
• Preferably 30 years or older

Contact:

Telephone: (876) 422-1809 / (876) 344-4653 

Call between the hours of 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. for further information

School Nurse (Montego Bay, St. James, JM) - St. James High School

 The Board of Management of St. James High School invites suitably qualified and experienced persons to apply for the following vacancies for November 2022:

• One (1) School Nurse
• Registered Nurse - Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Applications should be submitted immediately to:

The Chairman,

c/o The Principal,

St. James High School,

Montego Bay P.O. #2,

Or

Email: stjames.high.sjs@moey.gov.jm

School Nurse (Kingston, Jamaica) - Donald Quarrie High School

 A School Nurse required immediately!

Donald Quarrie High School, a co-ed secondary school located in Harbour View, Kingston 17, Jamaica invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the post of:

School Nurse -RN

The successful candidate should be:

• Self-motivated
• Resourceful
• A team player
• Display strong leadership skills

Qualifications/Experience:

• Bachelor's of Science degree in Nursing from reputable institution
• Minimum of three (3) years experience working with children

Applicants should send application letters and detailed résumés no later than Friday, November 4, 2022 addressed to:

The Chairman

C/o The Principal

Donald Quarrie High School

Caribbean Terrace,

Harbour View,

Kingston 17.

Email: donaldquarrie.high.saw@moey.gov.jm

Only shortlisted applicants for advertised vacancy will be acknowledged.

Nanny required for Kingston, Jamaica.

 

Location: Kingston, Jamaica 

Description:

 A family located in Long Mountain, Kingston seeks to hire a reliable nanny. 

Duties:

• Take care of a toddler 
• Perform housekeeping duties
• Thoroughly complete housekeeping tasks

Skills/Attributes:

• Must be between 35 to 45 years old
• Must be able to care for the toddler and keep her engaged in activities
• Knowledge of how to groom kids properly
• Neat and organized to keep space clean and functional
• Absolutely not someone who talks a lot or uses phone and sits around all day

Qualifications/Experience:

• Must be able to read and write well
• Certification in childcare or nursing or any other related qualifications
• Previous experience caring for toddlers is required 

Salary: To be discussed.

How to apply: 

Please contact: (876) 543-0494

Deadline: November 30, 2022.