Public Health Nurse (St.Mary, Jamaica) - North-East Regional Health Authority (NERHA)

NORTH-EAST REGIONAL HEALTH AUTHORITY - 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. Mary Health Department.

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

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 nonwork 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, 2023, December 01 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.

Office Attendant (Western) - Passport, Immigration & Citizenship Agency (PICA) - Jamaica

 ADMINISTRATION UNIT - OFFICE ATTENDANT - WESTERN (Level 1)

[Salary Scale: $ 857,032 - $ 1,152,613 p.a.]

JOB PURPOSE:

• To maintain a clean and tidy office environment
• To provide refreshments and related services for staff, customers and other visitors to the Agency

KEY OUPUTS:

• Documents delivered and collected
• Clean and tidy office environment maintained
• Refreshment/lunch purchase and served at meetings

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides water and hot beverage for staff and other visitors
• Purchases lunch for authorized staff members
• Prepares meeting room/office
• Prepares and serve refreshment and lunch to participants
• Clears area after meetings/workshops
• Maintains lunch rooms by ensure that the area is clean and hygienic at all times
• Cleans refrigerators, microwaves and other appliances
• Monitors and stocks all restrooms
• Waters all indoor plants and arranges out of place furniture
• Collects and delivers mail and packages
• Monitors the Agency’s appliances, cutleries and utensils to prevent breakage, damage and theft

KEY COMPETENCIES:
The post holder needs to demonstrate the following competencies

• Basic oral and written communication skills
• Basic interpersonal skills
• Basic knowledge of office protocol

QUALIFICATIONS -
Education and Experience

• Graduate of Secondary School with School Leaving Certification
• One (1) year’s related working experience
• Must be a holder of valid Food Handlers’ Permit

If you believe you possess the above qualities and a strong desire to help the Agency
fulfill its mandate, you are invited to visit our website at
https://www.pica.gov.jm/careers for details.

Submission of applications accompanied by detailed resume including the names of two (2) references should be submitted via the web (see link above) to:

Director, Human Resources,
Passport, Immigration & Citizenship Agency,
8 Waterloo Road, Kingston 10,
NO LATER THAN THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2023 @ 5:00 P.M.

No hand delivered applications will be accepted

We appreciate your interest in these positions; however only shortlisted applicants will be
contacted

Nurse, Medical Doctor, Front Office Clerk (Kingston, Jamaica) - We R Kids Paediatric Centre

Join our team at We R Kids Paediatric Centre at our new urgent care facility in Kingston, Jamaica.  

Front Office Clerk

Are you organized, friendly and detail-oriented? 

We're looking for a front office clerk to be the face of our new urgent care office. Experience in private medical practice is preferred.

Nurse 

Calling all compassionate and skilled nurses! 

If you have a heart for paediatrics or emergency medical care, join us and make a difference in young patients' lives.

Medical Doctor 

Are you a dedicated MD with a passion for paediatric medicine or emergency care? 

We're excited to welcome you to our team.  

Applicants should be willing and able to work evening sessions until 10 p.m.

Send you letter of interest and/or CV to: managerwerkidsurgentcare@gmail.com to apply.

Join us in delivering quality care to young patients at our brand new We R Kids Urgent Care location!

Babysitter needed in Portmore (St. Catherine, Jamaica)

 

A babysitter is needed in Greater Portmore, St. Catherine. 

Role:

• Feed and bathe child
• Engage toddler in learning activities
• Keep the toddler's area clean, etc
• Having experience with behavioral therapy would be a plus

Schedule: Monday to Saturday 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. 

Pay: $56,000 monthly / $14,000 weekly

Preferably someone with babysitting experience and one who lives close to Greater Portmore Shoppers' Fair.

Contact: lolabusiness1116@gmail.com

Housekeepers, Cleaners (Ocho Rios, St. Ann, Jamaica) - KBJ Housekeeping and Cleaning Services

NOW HIRING!

As we continue to expand, KBJ Housekeeping & Cleaning Services is now hiring!

Positions:

• Housekeepers
• Upholstery Cleaners
• Commercial Cleaners

Requirements:

• Hospitality experience
• Great customer service skills
• Awesome team player
• Flexible for other parishes
• Must reside in or close to Ocho Rios

How to apply: 

Please submit your application letter and resume/CV to:  kbjapplication@yahoo.com

Emails only. Thank you.

Healthcare Aide, Registered Nurse, Dentist etc (George Town, Cayman Islands) - Cayman Islands Health Services Authority (HSA)

Your healthcare career starts with HSA. We're hiring! Join the largest and longest-standing healthcare provider in the Cayman Islands.

• Accountant (Revenue)
• Dental Laboratory Technician
• Registered Nurse - Perioperative
• Health Information Management Officer
• Environmental Services Worker (Faith Hospital)
• Neonatologist
• Anaesthetic Technician
• Healthcare Aide (Mental Health)
• Dentist
• Occupational Therapist (Paediatrics)
• Clinical Pharmacist
• Patient Experience Officer

To learn more, visit https://www.hsa.ky/jobs/results

Live-in helper needed (St. Ann, Jamaica)

 

A live-in helper is needed in St. Ann. 

Job details:

Required to:

• Care for one (1) adult and one (1) toddler
• Must have experience 

Pay: $15,000 weekly negotiable

Email: najregreent@gmail.com

Medical Assistant (Ocho Rios, Jamaica) - Sandos Medical Services

Sandos Medical Services, located in Ocho Rios, provides general medical services to the community. We are currently seeking a medical assistant. Our normal hours are Monday through Sunday 8:00 a.m to 8:00 p.m. You will be responsible for completing multi-level tasks in a professional and timely manner. 

Responsibilities:

• Manage the reception area and staff to ensure effective communication both internally and externally. Provide office guests with a hospitable experience
• Supervise the maintenance of office areas, equipment and facilities
• Answering the phone, gathering client information, scheduling appointments, preparing patient billing. Support activities in the execution of patient care in the case of home/hotel visits
• Must be willing to be trained and assist with medical and surgical procedures or techniques 
• Manage the inventory which includes preparing requisitions, making orders, receiving goods and posting them to inventory or accounting system
• Assist with preparing, editing and proof reading documents

Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Knowledge of account reconciliation, receivables and payables would be an asset
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task, organize, and prioritize work 
• Good typing skills
• Ability to manage electronic information and schedules
• Thorough knowledge of medical front office function including billing and payment posting and sterile techniques
• Familiarity with medical instruments is not necessary but would be an asset
• Must have excellent telephone, people skills and be team oriented
• Attention to detail
• Minimum Qualifications: Must have passes in at least four (4) CXC subjects or ordinary level passes (Must have passes in Math and English)
• Must be adaptable, versatile, flexible (work on weekends, public holidays or on a shift system
• Some background in health care regulations would be a benefit

Please include your complete education especially your primary and high school

Include professional career reference (former employers, managers, HR manager or supervisors). Please send applications to smshrsolutions23@gmail.com

Janitors (Kingston, Jamaica) - JGM Janitorial Services & Supplies

 We are hiring janitorial staff:

• Sweeping and mopping floors
• Cleaning and stocking restrooms
• Collect and dispose of garbage
• Complete tasks in a timely manner with minimal supervision
• Clean the interior of buildings including floors, carpets, rugs, windows and walls
• Disinfect commonly used items like desks, door handles, office tools and phones
• Maintain cleaning inventory, and communicating with Administrative Manager for new products when needed
• Dust furniture and fixtures

Requirements:

• Basic reading and writing
• Basic Mathematics
• At least two (2) years experience in a similar position
• Honest and reliable
• Two (2) contact references
• Must be a team player, teachable, and able to follow instructions

Email resumes to: jgmjanitorialservices@gmail.com

Family Assistant (Kingston, Jamaica)

A small family in Kingston is seeking to hire a Family Assistant.

About the Job:

• Full-time
• Live-in position

Responsibilities include: housekeeping, meal preparation, childcare and errands.

Requirements:

• Prior experience in performing housekeeping, childcare and meal preparation duties.
• Certificate in Housekeeping or Early Childhood Education would be advantageous.
• Competency in reading, writing and spoken English.
• Basic arithmetic skills.
• Computer/technology literacy would be a plus.

Submit applications to suresolutionsja@gmail.com by December 9, 2023. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Telephone: (876) 552-5384.

Live-out Sitter (St. Ann, Jamaica)

 

A live-out sitter is needed in St. Ann, Jamaica. 

Requirements:

Candidates must:

• Be from neighbouring areas
• Be fully vaccinated (non negotiable)
• A responsible person
• Have a mature outlook
• Have relevant work experience
• Experience with the elderly or disabled required
• Reference from at least one (1) past employer 

Salary negotiable.

Please Whatsapp: (876) 507-0003.

Office Attendant (Kingston, Jamaica) - Forestry Department

Needed urgently: Temporary Office Attendant for one (1) month at the Head Office. 

Employment period: December 4 , 2023 to January 4, 2023

Location: 173 Constant Spring Road, Kingston 8. 

Minimum Requirements:

• Secondary School Education
• Must have a valid food handler's permit
• Experience in housekeeping general cleaning and serving refreshments
• Must be reliable, punctual and a team player

Submit resumes by Friday, November 24, 2023 to:  

Senior Director,

Human Resource Management & Development Branch,

Forestry Department,

173 Constant Spring Road, Kingston 8.

Email: hrmd.fd@gmail.com 

Radiographer (Kingston, Jamaica) - Jamaica Cancer Society

The  Jamaica Cancer Society seeks to employ a Radiographer, certified with the Council of Professions Supplementary to Medicine (CPSM).

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Radiography
• At least two (2) years experience in Radiographic imaging
• Mammography experience would be an asset
• Supervisory Management

Key Competencies:

• Willingness to learn mammography 
• Experience with Computed Radiology Systems
• Provide excellent patient care 
• Ability to troubleshoot Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS) issues and make appropriate recommendations
• Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and verbally
• Have the ability to work effectively with a team

Applications with resumes must be submitted to: accounts1@jcs.live