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.

Assistant Cook (Clarendon, Jamaica) - Percy Junor Hospital (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 at the PERCY JUNOR HOSPITAL: ASSISTANT COOK (HSC/HS 3) (1 Vacant)(Salary range $ 1,332,574- $1,584,011 per annum and any allowance (s) attached to the post).

Job Summary:
The incumbent under the general supervision of the Head Cook will perform various routine manual work
in a supportive role to kitchen staff in the preparation of meals, ingredients and cleaning tasks to ensure
the kitchen remains efficient in creating and delivering meals.

Specific Knowledge Required

• Knowledge of food supplies, methods and equipment used in preparing food in large quantities and the use and care of utensils and kitchen equipment
• Some knowledge of food values and nutrition
• Ability to supervise and instruct employees in food preparation
• Ability to adapt to changes and new tasks
• Ability to work long hours while standing and under conditions of high temperature
• Good oral communication and human relations skills

Qualification and Experience

• Completion of Secondary Education
• At least two (2) CSEC /GCE O’Level subjects
• Certificate in Commercial Food Preparation – Level 2 (HEART /NSTA Trust)
• Valid Food Handlers’ Permit

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

• Assist Head Cook with food preparation such as washing, chopping and sorting ingredients
• Adheres to all relevant nutrition and sanitary regulations and standards. Place food on the serving counter or meal assembly line during meal hours.
• Receives, checks and keeps inventory of kitchen equipment
• Wash cooking utensils and cookware etc.
• Sweep, mops and clean kitchen Ensuring that food preparation areas are clean
• Performs related work as required

Applications along with resume should be sent no later than Thursday, June 6, 2024 to:

The Assistant Human Resource Officer
Percy Junor Hospital
Spalding P.O.,
Clarendon
E-Mail – percyjunorjobs@gmail.com

NB. ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

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.

Pharmacist (Kingston, Jamaica) - MegaMart Jamaica

 

Pharmacist Needed

Major Responsibilities:

• Dispense and review prescriptions to ensure accuracy, and compliance with professional and Jamaican regulatory requirements.
• Be able to collaborate with other health care professionals to plan, monitor, review and evaluate patient effectiveness.
• Counsel customers on the selection of medication brands, medical equipment and health-care supplies
• Keep records and other administrative tasks to include insurance claims
• Develop pharmacological knowledge by participating in training pharmacy technicians, pharmacy students and pharmacy interns.
• Be willing to work flexible hours including public holidays, weekends and evenings
• Educate patient on medication use, storage and side effects.
• Have excellent supervisory skills to include inventory management and purchasing
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related tasks as assigned

Qualifications and Experience:

• Possess at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Be a fully registered pharmacist with a valid license to practice by the Pharmacy Council of Jamaica.
• Dispense and review prescriptions to ensure accuracy, and compliance with professional and Jamaican regulatory requirements.
• Be proficient in the Choice Computer Works programme
• Have excellent communication, detail oriented, interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Exercise high level of confidentiality and professionalism

Kindly submit your application and resume no later than May 29, 2024 to megamartapplications@megamartjm.com.

Please note that while we appreciate all applications, only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Registered Nurse (Portmore, St. Catherine) - Medical Facility

 

A busy medical facility in Portmore seeks a Registered Nurse.

Must have the following:-

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BNS)
• Valid Nurses license
• A minimum of one (1) year experience as a Registered Nurse.
• Possess good interpersonal and communication skills both verbally and in writing including knowledge of basic grammar, spelling & punctuation.
• Be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and demonstrate excellent organizational skills.
• Proven ability to maintain professional conduct, and confidentiality in the care of patients.
• Possess basic computer skills.

Email resume to d.moore.phc@gmail.com

Nanny/Housekeeper (Lucea, Hanover,Jamaica)

 

A nanny/housekeeper is needed full-time in Lucea, Hanover.

Requirements:

• Work schedule is Monday to Friday
• Live-out position
• Female, ages 35 years or older
• Salary is $25,000 per week.

Whatsapp: (876) 524-7000.

Weekend Caregiver/Helper (Trelawny, Jamaica)

 Location: Wiltshire, Trelawny, Jamaica.

Weekend Caregiver/Helper is needed in Wiltshire, Trelawny.

Live-in on weekends. 

Age range required: Between 35 to 45 years old.

The role will require the suitable candidate to provide support to an elderly woman in her home during the weekend from 5.00 p.m. on Friday to 9.00 a.m. on Monday morning. The role will require the caregiver/helper to prepare and serve meals, perform personal care, and support with bathroom duties.

The home is situated in Wiltshire, Trelawny, with easy access from the main road, and good transport links.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assisting with personal care, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
• Helping with mobility, including transferring from bed to chair, and using a walker or wheelchair.
• Providing night watching at intervals
• Preparing and serving meals, ensuring nutritional needs are met.
• Providing medication reminders and assistance with medication administration.
• Performing light housekeeping duties, such as laundry, cleaning, and maintaining a tidy living environment.
• Offering companionship and engaging in meaningful activities to promote mental and emotional well-being.
• Accompanying the client to appointments and outings as needed.
• Monitoring and reporting any changes in health or behavior to family members or medical professionals.

Skills and Abilities required for this position:

• Previous experience in elderly care or a similar role.
• Patience, empathy, and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to lift and assist with mobility.
• Basic cooking and housekeeping skills.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong sense of responsibility.
• Clear background check and references.

Salary: To be discussed at the interview but will be based on average wage for the role.

How to apply:

Send applications to David.wellington@gmail.com or call +44 797 376-6498, +44 793 915-9569 (WhatsApp only)

Closing date for applications is May 28, 2024.

Administrative Assistant (Clarendon, Jamaica) - Percy Junor Hospital (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 at the PERCY JUNOR HOSPITAL: ADMINSTRATIVE ASSISTANT (GMG/AM 2)-VACANT (salary range $1,711,060 – 2,301,186 per annum and any allowance (s) attached to the post)

Job Summary

Responsible for providing administrative and secretarial support to the Chief Executive
Officer in the general co-ordination of all aspects of the delivery of health care within the hospital.
Qualifications and Experience:

• Diploma in Business Administration/Certificate in Administrative Managemen (MIND) Levels 1 -3 or equivalent
• A minimum of three (3) years’ working experience as an Administrative Assistant to a Senior Manager.

Specific Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in written format with persons at all levels
• Ability to use Microsoft applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Excellent inter-personal skills
• Excellent time management, planning and organizing abilities
• Ability to work under pressure

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Provides assistance to the Chief Executive Officer in co-ordinating/monitoring the delivery of health care within the Region. Liaise with Senior Managers accordingly.
• Provides administrative support to the Chief Executive Officer. This includes:
• Collecting/collating data
• Assisting in compiling reports
• Handling correspondence
• Maintaining an appointment diary
• Ensures office keys are securely stored.
• Requests petty cash to purchase emergency and urgent items for the Administration Department.
• Manages the booking of the Conference Room and ensure it is well maintained.
• Establishes a centralized information data-base for the hospital. Monitors and updates accordingly.
• Maintains a complaints file. Liaises with the Patients Affairs Officer and Senior
• Customer Care Officer in respect of follow-up action.
• Assists with monitoring a variety of long and short-term projects/programmes within the Region. Liaises with unit heads accordingly

Applications along with resume should be sent no later than Friday, May 24, 2024 to:
Assistant Human Resource Officer
Percy Junor Hospital
Spalding P.O.,
Clarendon

E-Mail – junorpercy60@gmail.com

NB. ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

Clinical Dietitian (Kingston, Jamaica) - Bellevue Hospital

Job Category: Medical
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Bellevue Hospital

OBJECTIVE AND SCOPE OF WORK

The Clinical Dietitian (HTAC/NDT 2) utilizes critical thinking skills to interpret and translate scientific and medical decisions relating to nutrition and health in resolving nutrition problems and concerns of patients throughout the lifecycle. Use actions of nutrition assessment, nutrition intervention, nutrition monitoring and evaluation to identify problems and formulate solutions and document in patient medical records. When functioning in an organization that provides food service, the Clinical Dietitian cooperates and coordinates activities with those of the Department Management Team.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

NUTRITION ASSESSMENT

A Systematic process of collecting, verifying, and interpreting data in to make decisions about the nature and cause of nutrition-related problems.

• Identify patients needing nutrition care through attendance on ward rounds and referrals.
• Collect anthropometric and biochemical measures, clinical and dietary data.
• Collect and analyze information and behavioral status.
• Review dietary intake for factor that affects health conditions and nutrition risks.
• Evaluate anthropometric and biochemical measurements clinical and dietary data.

Nutrition diagnosis is the identification and labeling of that describes and actual occurrence, risk of, and potential for developing a nutritional problem.

• Utilize critical thinking to analyze nutrition assessment data in medical record.
• Document in medical record, revise and update nutrition diagnosis statement.

Nutrition intervention is a purposefully planned set of actions designed with the intent of changing nutrition, related behavior, risk factor, environmental condition or aspect of health status for individual patient in group.

• Develop a nutrition care plan for individuals or groups.
• Identify desired outcomes/goals of nutrition care based on the assessment of the client’s needs.
• Select the appropriate method to achieve these goals.
• Involve patients and other healthcare team members in the goal development process.

Implement a nutrition care plan for individuals or groups.

• Communicate with client(s) concerning his/her role in implementing the plan.
• Communicate dietary plans concerning patients with foodservice
• Document nutritional care in medical records.
• Evaluates nutritional care and provides for continuity of care.
• Participates in health team rounds/services as a consultant on Nutritional care.
• Conduct Dietary counseling sessions utilizing effective interviewing skills to motivate individuals and families throughout the nutrition care process.

Nutrition Monitoring & Evaluation

• The purpose of monitoring and evaluation is to determine the degree to which progress is being made and goals or desired outcomes are being met.
• Assess patients understanding and compliance with a nutrition care plan.
• Determine if the intervention is being implemented as prescribed.
• Identify other positive or negative outcomes that affect nutrition status.
• Gather information indicating reasons for lack of progress.
• Compare current findings with previous status intervention goals and or reference standards.
• Conduct nutrition out-patient clinic(s)
• Teach patients how to make nutritionally sound food choices to speed the recovery process, prevent disease and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
• Demonstrate effective writing skills in recording, reporting, and presenting information.
• Apply management skills and knowledge of Clinical Nutrition to participate in Quality Assurance Program for Nutritional Care of patients.
• Participate in orientation and in-service training programs for employees and staff to promote the expertise of the dietitian.

NUTRITION SUPPORT

• Apply knowledge of special Dietary products their composition application and their condition to the nutrition care of patients.
• Confer with physicians and other healthcare professionals to coordinate medical and nutritional needs, and make recommendations for:
• Enteral nutrition support/tube feeding
• Parental nutrition support (Intravenous feedings)
• Oral Supplementation

CLINICAL ADMINISTRATION

• Complete one or more special projects per year.
• Conduct orientation and in-service training programs for employees and staff. 3. Inform health care team about laws regulations and guidelines related to nutrition care.
• Participate in programs such as quality improvement staff development, hospital committees as requested.
• Supervise daily work of dietetic technicians assign to clinical services; provide input into evaluation but doesn’t directly evaluate their performance.
• Precept dietetic interns and provide on-the-job training for newly hired clinical staff.
• Plan and coordinate the work schedule and daily workload of the clinical dietitians and dietetic interns.
• Develop, review, update and implement educational materials to meet the needs of patients and professionals.
• Prepare monthly costing for products used in the clinical management of patients Prepare and submit a monthly report and submit to Regional Dietitian
• Determine the suitability of special Dietary products based on
• Product comparative analysis
• Product cost-effectiveness
• Disease state
• Submit requisition for purchasing.

JOB SPECIFICATION/COMPETENCIES [Minimum]

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Dietetics/Nutrition from an accredited institution.
• One (1) year supervised internship program in Dietetics/Nutrition.
• Dietetics Internship Certificate.
• Registration with Council of Professions Allied to Medicine.
• Membership in Professional Organizations e.g. CANDi, AND, EDA, DoC, JANDi, JAPINAD.
• Continuing education.

Applications accompanied by resumes should be submitted no later than Friday, May 24, 2024 to:-

Human Resource Manager
Bellevue Hospital
16 ½ Windward Road
Kingston 2,
Or
Email: bvh.resumes@gmail.com

Closing date: May 24, 2024

While we appreciate and will review all submissions, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Customer Care Assistant (Manchester, Jamaica) - Manchester 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 Manchester Health Department:

CUSTOMER CARE ASSISTANT (GMG/AM 1- Pay Band 3)-VACANT

Salary range $1,439,455 – $1,935,907 per annum and any allowance(s) attached to the post.

Job Summary
To provide frontline service at the health centre in accordance with established standards. This position provides a medium through which relations between internal and external clients are realized in keeping with service level agreement and the Government of Jamaica Citizens Charter. It is also responsible for collecting and providing client related information and providing direct assistance to clients accordance with established standards.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Four (4) GCE O’ Level/CXC subjects inclusive of English Language and Mathematics
• Training in Customer Service and Emotional Intelligence

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

• Working knowledge of public health centre systems and practices
• Excellent knowledge of customer service principles and guidelines & Customer Charter
• Ability to develop and maintain positive and cooperative working relationships
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of Government guidelines as it relates to procedures (Service Excellence Policy)
• Well-developed human relations and emotional intelligence skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Excellent time management skills
• Security conscious, flexibility and confidentiality
• Problem solving skills

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Greeting and interacting with patients/relatives and visitors to the Health Centre.
• Collecting personal information from client and log onto the prescribed forms and systems.
• Assigning patient number to client, distribute patient services card and refer to triage nurse for the completion of vital signs.
• Displaying compassionate support to all patients regardless of their situation
• Reporting serious challenges to your Supervisor in a timely manner.
• Referring patients showing signs of deteriorating health and/or excruciating pain to clinical personnel for intervention.
• Monitoring waiting time of patients in assigned areas and intervene where possible.
• Keeping patients informed of possible causes of extended waiting hours as directed.
• Disseminating questionnaires to solicit feedback on the services offered.
• Influencing customer service interaction by displaying and maintaining professionalism and courtesy to all.
• Communicating relevant information; provide correct and adequate responses to questions and queries and direct clients to respective service areas in the Hospital.
• Logging client complaints and refer for the appropriate resolution.
• Identifying patients with special needs and informs Supervisor accordingly for intervention.
• Assisting members of staff who need clarification on services and ensure compliance with the regulations.
• Alerting the security guards to any unusual or suspected unsafe situations that may be observed.
• Identifying problems within scope of responsibility in the shortest possible time and refer those outside of scope of responsibility to the Supervisor.

Applications along with resume should be sent no later than Wednesday, May 22, 2024 to:
The Senior Human Resource Officer
Manchester Health Department
5-7 Ward Avenue
Mandeville
Manchester
E-Mail – mhdhrdepartment@gmail.com
**PLEASE INDICATE IN THE ‘SUBJECT LINE’ THE NAME OF THE POSITION TO WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING**

NB. ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

Bearer (Kingston, Jamaica) - Bellevue Hospital

Job Category: Transport
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Bellevue Hospital

OBJECTIVE AND SCOPE OF WORK

Under the general supervision of the Transport Officer, the incumbent collects and delivers packages, letters and any other documents as required; conducts transactions for the Hospital as required; undertakes general transportation assignments and conducts routine checks to ensure the efficient upkeep and maintenance of the motor-cycle.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintenance of Motor Bike (Fleet Vehicle):
• Delivers and collects mail/documents and/or office supplies.
• Complete and submit daily assignment log;
• Ensures that the motor bike is logged in and out on a daily basis;
• Report mechanical and other defects of the motor bike to Supervisor;
• Arranges for motor bike to be taken to the garage for repairs and to the Examination Depot for certification of fitness;
• Inspect work done by repairer for satisfactory completion
• Conducts transactions at any agency or organization when instructed.

JOB SPECIFICATION/COMPETENCIES [Minimum]

Minimum Required Qualification and Experience

• Completion of secondary level education
• License for operating a motorbike (at least two years)
• At least two (2) years’ experience in a similar capacity

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent motorbike riding skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to exercise initiative within the constraints of the job
• Ability to communicate with persons at all levels
• Ability to carry out routine maintenance to motorbike.

Applications accompanied by resumes should be submitted no later than Friday, May 24, 2024 to:-

Human Resource Manager
Bellevue Hospital
16 ½ Windward Road
Kingston 2,

Or

Email: bvh.resumes@gmail.com

Closing date: May 24, 2024

While we appreciate and will review all submissions, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Full-time Helper (Mandeville, Manchester, Jamaica)

 

A full-time live-in helper is needed in Mandeville, Manchester

Requirements:

• Age 30-45 years old.
• Must be able to cook
• Must be able to clean properly
• Contact information for past employer required
• Must be able to work every other weekend, returning to work on Sunday evenings

Salary $37,000 every two (2) weeks.

If interested, please send WhatsApp message to (876) 891-0858 to schedule an interview.

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