HIV/STI Information Officer (Kingston, Jamaica) - Ministry of Health & Wellness

 

HIV/STI Information Officer (MIS/IT 4) (Band 7) (Vacant)

(Salary: $3,501,526.00 per annum)

JOB PURPOSE

Reporting to the Programme Coordinator, the HIV/STI Information Officer will be responsible for maintaining and upgrading monitoring and evaluation databases that will efficiently and effectively track HIV (including EMTCT and PrEP), STIs and TB.

KEY OUTPUTS

• HIV/STI/TB management information systems, user manuals and other documents reviewed.
• Liaise with and guide firms/consultants undertaking software modifications.
• Databases for project operations designed and maintained.
• Software modifications monitored.
• Systems are tested, refined and fully implemented.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS
Technical Responsibilities

• Assists in the maintenance and upgrading of databases for HIV (including PrEP and EMTCT), STI and TB for monitoring and evaluating the National HIV/STI/TB programme at national, regional and parish levels.
• Liaises with the health and management information systems of the Ministry of Health & Wellness and other related agencies.
• Defines the feasibility to incorporate new information requirements into existing MIS of the HIV/STI/TB programme.
• Propose terms of reference for major modifications of software to accommodate new information requirements for all databases.
• Participate in the analysis of the feasibility to upgrade hardware and software according to the requirements for information systems.
• Identify data/reporting needs for monitoring and evaluation activities.
• Train and support end users in data entry, data manipulation and retrieval of reports from databases.
• Provide routine technical support for all databases.
• Prepare a data management implementation plan for the relevant funding entities.
• Assist regions, parishes and sites with matters related to the databases that are managed by the HIV/STI/TB Unit.
• Liaise with key developers to trouble shoot and rectify back end technical matters affecting the functionality of the database.
• Provide technical support and assist with the management of data visualization tools (e.g. Power BI) for programme monitoring.
• The incumbent may, from time to time, be assigned duties not specifically outlined within the job description but are within the capacity, qualifications and experience normally expected from a person occupying this position.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

• Stipulated deadlines are consistently achieved.
• Objectives are achieved.
• Confidentiality of information obtained on the job is preserved.

Minimum Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Informatics, Health Statistics or related discipline
• At least three (3) years’ experience in Database Management

Kindly submit a cover letter and resume along with the names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of two (2) references, one of whom must be a former or current supervisor.

Applications with résumés are to be submitted no later than Wednesday, August 28, 2024 to:

Senior Director

Human Resource Management & Development

Ministry of Health & Wellness

10A Chelsea Avenue,
Kingston 10.

Email: jobs@moh.gov.jm

The Ministry of Health & Wellness thanks all applicants for their interest, but only those shortlisted will be contacted.

Live-in Caregiver (Spanish Town, St. Catherine, Jamaica)

 

Live-in caregiver is needed for elderly couple in Spanish Town, St. Catherine.

Primary Duties will include:

• Attending to personal hygiene and bathing needs 
• Assisting with administering medication
• Taking vital signs
• Preparing meals and basic household maintenance 

Send Whatsapp or text message: (876) 816-5130.

Dental Nurse/Hygienist, Dental Assistant (Kingston, Jamaica) - Jamaica Defence Force - (Civilian)

Applications are invited to fill the following positions within the Jamaica Defence Force Civilian (JDF):

1. Dental Nurse/Hygienist (HTAC/DN 2) - Two (2) positions: Vacant - Garrison Administrative Unit (Health Services Corps) - Salary range: $3,759,184 - $4, 468, 488 per annum and any allowance(s) attached to the post.
2. Dental Assistant (HTAC/DA 1) - One (1) position: Vacant - Garrison Administrative Unit (Health Services Corps) - Salary range: $2,078,360 - $2,410,261 per annum and any allowance(s) attached to the post. 

GARRISON ADMINISTRATIVE UNIT (HEALTH SERVICES CORPS)

Dental Nurse/Hygienist (HTAC/DN 2) - Two (2) Positions: Vacant

Under the general direction of the Force Dental Officer, the incumbent is responsible for assessing and providing oral health treatment to patients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patients screened
• Triage assessments done
• Medical health history reviews conducted
• Vital signs taken, routine and diagnostics oral examination
• Patient records maintained
• Dental radiographs (X-rays) taken and developed 
• Local anesthetics administered
• Assist with the supervision of the Dental Assistant and Dental Assistant Administrator
• Information on oral hygiene strategies provided
• Patient records maintained and updated
• Vital signs of patients taken and recorded before dentist proceeds with examination process
• Patients provided with information on appropriate oral hygiene strategies
• Dental radiographs taken and developed in accordance to standards
• Thorough assessment of oral health trauma, making provision for appropriate treatment
• Prepare reports as necessary
• Proper oral health and dental hygiene procedures administered to all patients in keeping with specified standards and guidelines

Other Responsibilities: 

• Perform other related functions assigned

Required Competencies:

Technical Competencies:

• Oral health knowledge
• Clinical skills
• Use of Technology 
• Adherence to health and safety protocols as well as cross-infection
• Job knowledge

Core Competencies:

• Oral and written communications
• Teamwork and cooperation
• Customer and quality focus
• Interpersonal skills
• Initiative 
• Integrity/Ethics
• Analytical, problem solving and decision making skills

Minimum Required Education and Experience Qualifications & Experience:

• BSc degree in Dental Nursing from an approved institution
• Registration with the Dental Council of Jamaica
• Valid dental nursing license
• Two (2) to three (3) years of experience working within the dental field

Special Conditions of the Job:

• Typical working environment
• May be required to work beyond the normal working hours
• May be required to work on weekends and public holidays
• Office located some distance from the main entrance
• May be subjected to search based on JDF's rule

Dental Assistant (HTAC/DA 1) - One (1) position: Vacant) 

Under the general direction of the Force Dental Officer, the incumbent is responsible for the preparation of surgeries for daily procedure and stocktaking of materials and instruments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure that service given patients conforms with the dental regulation and guidelines of the Health and Dental Act
• Record treatments and information on patients in their dockets
• Administer appropriate first and technique to patients in need
• Take and record patient's medical and dental history and vital signs (blood pressure, temperature and pulse)
• Maintain and service autoclave and equipment 
• Provide post-operative instructions prescribed by the Dentist
• Prepare patient, sterilize and disinfect instruments
• Set up instruments and trays for dental surgeon
• Prepare materials for specific procedures
• Assist dentist in management of medical and dental emergencies
• Prepare surgeries for daily procedure
• Chairside assisting of Oral Health instructions
• Chairside assisting of specialists - implant orthodontic
• Post-operative and oral instructions are given to patients

Other Responsibilities:

• Perform other related functions as assigned

Required Competencies:

Technical Competencies:

• Clinical skills
• Use of Technology
• Adherence to health and safety protocols as well as cross-infection
• Job Knowledge

Core Competencies:

• Oral and written communication
• Teamwork and cooperation
• Customer and quality focus
• Interpersonal skills
• Ability to pay attention to detail
• Initiative
• Integrity/Ethics

Minimum Required Education and Experience:

• Four (4) CSEC or GCE O' level including English Language and a numeric subject
• Certification in Dentistry from the Dental Auxiliary School

Special Conditions Associated with the job:

• Typical working environment
• May be required to work beyond the normal working hours
• May be required to work on weekends and public holidays 
• Office located some distance from the main entrance
• May be subject to search based on JDF's rule

Interested persons should forward their applications and resumes no later than Thursday, August 22, 2024 to the:

Director, Human Resource Management & Administration,

Human Resource Management & Administration (Civilian) Section,

Jamaica Defence Force,

Up Park Camp,

Kingston 5.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Health Records Technician (St. Ann, St. Mary & Portland - Jamaica) - NERHA

The North-East Regional Health Authority, a statutory body under the Ministry of Health and Wellness, with responsibility for the management and operation of public health services within the parishes of St. Ann, St. Mary, and Portland is seeking a dynamic, proactive and experienced individual to fill the position of Health Records Technician 1 (HTAC/HRT 2) for Hospitals and Health Departments in St. Ann, St. Mary and Portland.

Reporting to the Health Records Administrator, the ideal candidate must meet the following minimum:
Qualifications:

• Associate Science Degree in Health Information Technology or Certificate in Health Records and Statistics Level 11
• At least three (3) years full-time progressive experience in work related to the preparation and maintenance of health records and health statistics. One of which should be at supervisory level.

Required Skills and Specialized Techniques:

• Ability to analyze statistical reports and make recommendations
• Skills in Interpersonal Communication
• Skills in Conflict Resolution
• Ability to direct the activities of personnel and local programmes
• Skills in Human Resource Management
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• PC operating skills with excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Good time management skills

Key Responsibilities will include (but not limited to):

• Protect the security of the health records to ensure confidentiality is maintained
• Develop and maintain efficient and accurate filing and retrieval of health records
• Track and follow-up missing records
• Review records for completeness, accuracy and compliance with regulations (manual & electronic system)
• File laboratory/ other investigation reports and referral forms in patient/client health record
• Develop and ensure that the standardized numerical filing system of health record
• Maintain the master patient index files
• Compile and submit monthly clinic summary reports, sentinel, sexually transmitted disease syndrome and other reports
• Purging and disposal of patients’ records according to Ministry of Health (MOH) standards
• Auditing of health information system
• Maintain the appointment system
• Maintain the primary health care register
• Responsible for educating other members of the health team on the importance of health records, with a clear definition of health records duties
• Responsible for the acquisition and monitoring of health records stationery/equipment
• Orientate and supervise health records clerk
• Verify list for the path programme
• Facilitate research

REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM:

• Salary Scale: $ 2,795,163 – 3,322,571 per annum

Applications along with a detailed resume should be sent no later than Friday, 2024 August 16 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 SHORT LISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

Community Health Aides (St. Ann, St. Mary & Portland - Jamaica) - NERHA

 

The North-East Regional Health Authority, a statutory body under the Ministry of Health and Wellness,
with responsibility for the management and delivery of Public Health Services within the parishes of
St. Ann, St. Mary, and Portland invites applications from suitable qualified persons to fill the position
of COMMUNITY HEALTH AIDES (HSC/HS 4) at the St. Ann, St. Mary and Portland Health Departments.

The ideal candidate must embody the Region’s vision: Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Environment, Healthy People.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT

• Four (4) CXC subjects including English Language or equivalent Level 3 City & Guilds.
• Practical Nursing Certificate; and a pass in Mathematics would be an asset.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND SPECIALISED TECHNIQUES

• Good and effective working relations with other staff members.
• Willingness and hardworking.
• Work performed to the highest possible standard.
• Pleasant and even-tempered.
• Good communication skills.

KEY RESPONSIBLITIES WILL INCLUDE:

• Motivates and refers new clients to Family Planning, Ante & Post Natal and other clinics
• Carries out home visits for clients newly discharged from hospitals including: diabetics or mothers and infants
• Assists the Community Nurses and District Midwives in ensuring that all expectant mothers in the assigned community are referred to the Health Centre for care
• Advise diabetic and hypertensive patients of the importance of regularly taking their medications and keeping their clinic appointments.
• Inform the community of all available health and environmental services and social programmes.

REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM:

• Salary Scale: $ 1,545,377 – 1,836,968 per annum

Application letters along with detailed resume should be sent no later than Friday, 2024 August 23
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 SHORT LISTED
APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

Enrolled Assistant Nurse (St. Ann's Bay, St. Ann, Jamaica) - St. Ann's Bay Regional Hospital (NERHA)

 

The North-East Regional Health Authority (NERHA), a statutory body under the Ministry of Health with responsibility for the management and delivery of public health services within the parishes of St. Ann, St. Mary and Portland, invite applications from suitably qualified persons with strong team building skills to fill the position of Enrolled Assistant Nurse (HTAC/EAN 1) at the St. Ann’s Bay Regional Hospital.
Reporting to the Director, Nursing Services the incumbent will be responsible for assisting in the
administration of nursing services within the hospital.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• A graduate of a recognized School of Nursing.
• Enrolled with the Nursing Council of Jamaica.

Specific Knowledge Required:

• Thorough knowledge of current legislation affecting the practice of Nursing in Jamaica
• Knowledge of the Staff Orders for the Public Service.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with the admission, discharge and transfer of patients
• Assisting in explaining hospital rules and routines to patients
• Sharing responsibility for a safe and comfortable environment for the patients
• Assisting patients in moving and turning, getting in and out of bed, positioning and walking as needed
• Assisting with the inter-facility transportation of patients
• Maintaining personal hygiene of the patient according to the needs and condition; that is bathing, cutting
• nails, combing hair, oral hygiene
• Assisting with the preparation of patient’s meals and in the feeding of patients
• Assisting with the patient in dressing and undressing
• Giving, removing and checking bed pans and urinals
• Changing linen and making beds
• Administering alcohol or tepid sponges to reduce body temperature
• Collecting specimens of urine, faeces, sputum and vomitus
• Observing temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressures of patients
• Measuring heights and weights
• Observing symptoms, reactions, attitudes and changes in the patient’s condition; and report to the
• Registered Nurse
• Preparing patients for and assisting doctors and nurses in examination, treatment and diagnostic tests
• Sharing responsibility for the control of infection
• Preparing instruments and equipment for storage and sterilization
• Sterilizing instruments and equipment
• Sharing responsibility for keeping the patient’s unit clean and tidy
• Assist in receiving, checking and storing supplies
• Perform simple dressings
• Administering medications excluding dangerous drugs as ordered e.g., orally, rectally or by injection-subcutaneous and intramuscular and carrying out other treatments as assigned
• Co-operating with other members of staff and accepting guidance and corrections

REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM:

• Salary Scale: $2,078,360 – $2,470,517 per annum

Applications along with resumé should be submitted no later than Friday, 2024 August 23 to:
The Director,
Human Resource Mgt. & 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 SHORT LISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

Gardener/Groundsman (Kingston, Jamaica) - MICO University College - CARE Centre

 

The MICO University College - CARE Centre, invites applications for the position of:

Gardener/Groundsman - (EIGS/GS 2)  

Required competencies:

• Knowledge of gardening and grounds maintenance
• Knowledge of tools and equipment used in gardening and grounds maintenance
• A keen eye for cleanliness and a beautiful environment

Minimum Required Education and Experience:

• Two (2) years experience as a gardener
• Tenth (10th) grade reading level
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions

Send resume by August 16, 2024 to:  

The Human Resources Manager,

email: hrm@cwjamaica.com

Pharmacist (Kingston, Jamaica) - Super Valu Pharmacy

 

Join our team!

Are you an experienced Pharmacist who is dedicated, caring and patient with a passion for customer service?

Super Valu Pharmacy is looking for a dedicated and skilled pharmacist to help us provide exceptional care to our community. If you're passionate about healthcare, we'd love to hear from you!

Send your resume to hrdept@supervaluja.com. Apply today! Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

#SuperValuPharmacy #NowHiring #Pharmacist

Helper/Baby Sitter (Portmore, St. Catherine)

We are looking for a Helper/Baby Sitter to join our family in Portmore, St. Catherine.

Duties include:

• Assisting one child outside of school hours
• Washing
• Cooking
• Cleaning

Requirements:

• Mature adult age 30-50 years old
• Lover of children and very patient
• Early childhood education is an advantage
• Willing to work on Saturdays

Attractive Salary.
Please send resume to sitternanny82@gmail.com

Housekeeper needed in Liguanea (Kingston, Jamaica).

 

A housekeeper is needed in Liguanea, Kingston 6 area. 

Work schedule:

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday

Compensation: $16,000 for 4 days.

Requirements:

• Must be a Christian
• Must have experience

Tel: (876) 487-7228.

Housekeeper wanted in Kingston, Jamaica.

 

We are hiring a housekeeper in Kingston, Jamaica. 

Requirements:

• Must be able to wash, cook, iron and clean
• Polite and respectful
• Able to comprehend instructions easily
• Must be able to work 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 

Qualifications:

• Must be 35 years old or older
• Must have experience
• Must be a female

Apply now!

Whatsapp your interest to: (876) 417-5345.

Housekeeper (St. Ann, Jamaica) - Seven Palms Villa

The Seven Palms Villa, located in Runaway Bay, St. Ann is currently seeking:

• Housekeeper
• Security Guard

Requirements:

• Experience in the respective field of work
• Must be able to work any day of the week and possible overtime at times

Apply:

Cover letter and curriculum vitae should be sent to: annabellatradersltd@gmail.com

Please note only shortlisted persons will be contacted. 

Babysitter (Montego, Bay, Jamaica)

Needed: A babysitter for immediate hire in the Mount Salem, West Gate areas (Montego Bay) and surrounding communities.

Requirements:

• Must have experience with children
• Must be available for overnight stays

Email: janiellescott@gmail.com for further details and to apply.