Chief Orderly (St. Mary, Jamaica) - Port Maria Hospital (NERHA)

 

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
Chief Orderly (HSC/HS 3) for the Port Maria Hospital.

Summary:

Under the general direction of the Hospital Administrator, the incumbent is responsible for the supervision of
the portering staff.

Requirements:

• Grade 9 Primary Education
• NCTVET certificate in Housekeeping (Level 2-3)
• Certificate in Supervisory Management
• A minimum of one (1) year work experience in a similar position would be an asset.

Required Skills and Specialized Techniques

• Ability to work on own initiative.
• Ability to express ideas in writing and orally.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills Ability to work as part of a team to foster a cordial and equitable working environment for subordinates.
• Working knowledge of the organization and operations of the work areas.

Responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Prepares duty roster for Attendants (Porters).
• Ensures subordinates are properly attired in their prescribed uniforms with ID Badges affixed.
• Ensures subordinates are at their assigned work stations at the beginning of and throughout each work day.
• Monitors and ensures that each Porter signs/clocks in and out his/her own time card/attendance register.
• Ensures adequate coverage by portering staff and work tools (stretchers, wheelchairs, etc) at the designated work areas
• Prepares vacation leave rosters for subordinates and makes recommendations to the Hospital Administrator in relation to coverage and overtime schedules.
• Ensure that claims submitted are thoroughly checked and accurate.
• Ensure that Performance Evaluations for subordinates are competed and submitted to the Hospital Administrator within stipulated timeframes.
• Makes recommendations to the Hospital Administrator in relation to disciplinary actions, training and
• the overall enhancement of the staff supervised.
• Prepares and submits all requisite reports as required by the Hospital Administrator within the stipulated timeframes.

REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM:

• Salary Scale: $ 1,332,574 – 1,584,011 per annum.

Applications along with resumé should be submitted no later than Tuesday, 2024 December 31 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.

Administrator (Mandeville, Manchester, Jamaica) - Integrity Medical/Hargreaves Memorial Hospital

We're hiring:

Administrator 

Requirements:

• Minimum of one (1) year working experience
• BSc in Business Administrator 
• Ability to work well under pressure

Interested applicants, send your applications to: humanresources@hargreaveshospital.org

Address: 32 Hargreaves Avenue, Mandeville.

South East Regional Health Authority (SERHA) Job Openings (Kingston & St. Andrew, St. Catherine)

 The South East Regional Health Authority (SERHA), a statutory body under the Ministry of Health & Wellness responsible for the management and operation of Public Health Services within the Parishes of St. Thomas, Kingston, St. Andrew and St. Catherine, invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the positions of:

Regional Office

• Transport Officer (GMG/AM 2)

Victoria Jubilee Hospital - Neonatal Care Unit

• Consultant (HPC/MO 4)
• Senior Resident  (HPC/MO 3)
• Junior Resident (HPC/MO 1)

Kingston Public Hospital 

• Physiotherapist (HPC/PT 1) 

St. Catherine Health Department

• Inventory/Assets Manager (GMG/SEG 1)
• Two (2) Fixed Assets Officers (PIDG/RIM 3)
• Two (2) Inventory Officers (Receiving) - (PIDG/RIM 3)
• Two (2) Inventory Officers (Issuing) - (PIDG/RIM 3)
• Three (3) Administrators 2 (Zones) - (GMG/AM 4)
• Two (2) Administrators 1 (Health Centre) - GMG/AM 4)
• Office Administrator (GMG/AM 3)

Linstead Hospital

• Administrative Assistant (GMG/AM 3)
• Customer Service Assistant (GMG/AM 1)
• Customer Care Officer (GMG/AM 3)
• Registered General Nurse (HPC/RN 1)
• Driver (LMO/DR 1)
• Three (3) Senior Residents (HPC/MO 3) - A&E, Internal Medicine and Paediatrics)

Kingston & St. Andrew Health Department

• Two (2) Deputy Chief Public Health Inspectors (HPC/EH 4)
• Fifteen (15) Health Inspectors 3 (HPC/EH 3)
• Office Administrator (GMG/AM 3)
• Administrative Assistants (GMG/AM 3) (Not Vacant)
• Supervisory Registered Midwife (HPC/MW 3)
• Two (2) Drivers (LMO/DR 1)
• Ten (10) Health Records Technicians (HTAC/HRT 2)
• Ten (10) Specialist Nurses (HPC/RN 2)
• Ten (10) Public Health Nurses 1 (HPC/RN 3)
• Four (4) Community Mental Health Officers (HPC/RN 3)

Qualifications & Requirements:

• B.Sc. in Registered Nursing,, Midwifery, Environmental Health, Medical Technology, Dental Hygiene or an equivalent with a medical background
• Three (3) years working experience as a health professional
• B.Sc. in Social Disease Intervention or the successful completion of a one (1) year training programme of the same

Interested persons may view a copy of the job description for each post on the website at www.serha.gov.jm/job-vacancies. 

The deadline for applications is Friday, January 3, 2025. 

Applications with curricula vitae are to submitted to:

The Director,

Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations,

South East Regional Health Authority,

The Towers, 2nd Floor,

25 Dominica Drive, Kingston 5, or 

via email to: employment@serha.gov.jm or recruitmentserha2023@gmail.com

We thank all applicants for their expressions of interest; however, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

Nanny/Helper (Portmore, St. Catherine, Jamaica)

Nanny/helper needed!

We seek a dedicated and reliable nanny/helper to assist with child care and detailed house cleaning.

The ideal candidate must reside in Portmore and be available from 12 pm to 7 pm, Monday to Friday.

Responsibilities include:

• Caring for child
• Meal preparation
• Cleaning and organizing the house
• Doing laundry
• Managing other household tasks

Requirements:

• Must be great with kids (be very playful and have patience)
• Great at cooking
• Speak properly
• Can help with homework
• Can clean thoroughly
• Very honest

Location: Portmore, St. Catherine

Salary: $60,000 monthly.

If you are thorough, dependable and have a strong work ethic, we would love to have you join our family.

Whatsapp number: (876) 419-1590. 

Only persons who follow this instruction will be considered.

Practical Nurse needed in Kingston, Jamaica.

 

A practical nurse is needed in Kingston. 

• Needed to work on weekends

If interested, Whatsapp: (876) 310-7812.

Business: Healing Hands Nursing Services and More. 

Nanny/Helper (Portmore, St. Catherine, Jamaica)

 The services of a nanny/helper is needed.

Requirements:

• Must have experience
• Have an early childhood education certificate or housekeeping certificate (not mandatory but preferable)
• Must be available to work from Tuesdays to Saturdays (8 am to 5 pm)
• Must reside in Portmore, St. Catherine

Here's a bit of what is expected: 

• childcare: assistance for a 19 month old, 5 year old and 10 year old 
• Cleaning, washing and organizing 
• Must be flexible 
• Must love children
• Trustworthy, patient, organized and reliable 

Weekly salary is $18,000

Apply today! 

Send your resume to: nannyhelperja@gmail.com 

Live-out Housekeeper (St. Ann & Falmouth, Jamaica)

 A live-out housekeeper is needed to perform household duties such as laundry, cooking, etc.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Experience as a housekeeper: a minimum of five (5) years
• Must be able to read and write well
• Age range: 35 - 45 years old

Salary: $25,000 weekly.

How to apply: (876) 874-9757.

Deadline for applications: January 31, 2025.

Receptionist (Mandeville, Manhester, Jamaica) - Integrity Medical/ Hargreaves Memorial

 

We're hiring! Receptionist.

Requirements:

• Minimum of one (1) year working experience
• Certification in customer service
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Capable of handling complaints or inquiries and resolving issues effectively

Interested applicants, send your applications to: humanresources@hargreaveshospital.org

Address: 32 Hargreaves Avenue, Mandeville, Manchester.

Landscaper/Grounds man (Kingston, Jamaica) - Alpha Vocational Training Centre

Alpha Vocational Training Centre invites applicants for the post of: Landscaper/Grounds Man

Requirements:

• At least one (1) year of landscaping experience is preferred 
• Experience in commercial landscape maintenance (an asset)
• Sound knowledge of machinery in line with duties
• Knowledge of appropriate chemical mix in line with duties 
• Must be over 25 - 35 years old

Applications should be addressed to:

(Landscaper/Ground man)

The Administrator

Alpha School of Music

Email: info@alphainstitute.co

Kindly submit all applications on or before Thursday, October 12, 2024.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Customer Care Assistant (Black River, St. Elizabeth, Jamaica) - Black River 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 BLACK RIVER HOSPITAL:

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

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

Job Summary:
The incumbent will be responsible for collecting and providing client related information and providing
direct assistance to clients in accordance with established standards. The incumbent will facilitate 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.

Qualifications and Experience:

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

Required Knowledge, Skills & Competencies

• Working knowledge of public hospital/health centre systems and practices
• Excellent knowledge of customer service principles and guidelines
• 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
• 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 Hospital.
• 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 December 11, 2024 to:
The Assistant Human Resource Officer,
Black River Hospital,
45 High Street, Black River, St. Elizabeth,
Tell: (876) 965-9294
E-Mail – brhjobs00@gmail.com
NB. ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

*IMPORTANT NOTE: WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS BY EMAIL**

Hospital Attendant - Male (St. Elizabeth, Jamaica) - Black River 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 BLACK RIVER HOSPITAL:

SRHA seeks a hospital attendant - Male (Housekeeping)

HOSPITAL ATTENDANT – (HSC/HS 1) Housekeeping-MALE

(Salary range $990,843 - $1,177,801 per annum and any allowance (s) attached to the post)

Job Summary:
Under the direct supervision of the Supervisory Hospital Attendant, the incumbent is primarily responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the Hospital.

Qualifications and Experience:

• School Leaving Certificate (Secondary Education)
• Completion of any certified training in Housekeeping/Public Area Hygiene Attendant.
• At least 2 CSEC subjects, would be a definite asset
• At least one (01) year experience within the hospital environment or service industry

Specific Knowledge & Skills:

• Physical Fitness
• Ability to work effectively in a team
• Ability to respect patient confidentiality
• Ability to communicate effectively both in written and oral format
• Good time management skills

Key responsibilities will include:

• Sweeps, polishes and wipes of all floor spaces. Maintains such in an acceptable condition during the day.
• Carries out daily dusting of all furniture.
• Polishes all furniture at least once per month or more, as is deemed necessary.
• Cobwebs all rooms, verandahs and open spaces.
• Cleans and maintains bathrooms during clinic hours, ensuring that there is no overflow of waste on the floor or from the bins.
• Cleans windows which can be conveniently reached from the floor.
• Takes care of potted plants inside the Hospital.
• Cleans shelves and cupboards once per month or as often as required.
• Washes and irons of linen used at the hospital, which includes sheets, towels, staff gowns.
• Cleaning of instruments used by health personnel as directed.
• Assists with ushering of patients to various service delivery areas within the health facility.
• Assists in maintaining order in the waiting areas.
• Assists nursing/medical personnel during clinics or as required.
• Responsible for maintenance and storage of all gowns, linen, etc for the hospital.
• Prepares the hospital in time for daily sessions, such as the provision and laying out of bed line for examination tables/couches, the provision of toiletries and gowns for staff, etc.
• Displays appropriate safety signs when cleaning to avoid injury to staff and patients.
• Deep cleans of the hospital once per month or as directed by Supervisor.
• Performs other duties as directed by Supervisor

Special conditions associated with the job:

• Physically demanding environment, which requires the skills and ability to do heavy lifting, and safely manoeuvre patients, wheelchairs, trolleys and other equipment.
• Possible exposure to bodily fluids, exposure to body fluids and soiled utility, therefore use of protective gears maybe required in some instances.
• Duties and assignments are on a shift basis, and the incumbent, may be required to work extended hours if the need arises.

Applications along with resumes should be sent no later than December 11, 2024 to:

The Assistant Human Resource Officer
Black River Hospital
45 High Street, Black River, St. Elizabeth

Tell: (876) 965-9294
E-Mail – brhjobs00@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.

Practical Nurses, Medical Receptionist, etc (Kingston, Jamaica)

Health care facility in Kingston close to Hope Road is seeking a Medical Receptionist with nursing experience and Practical nurses with minimal experience. Also a Janitor/Office Assistant.

• Certification in Practical Nursing
• Administrative skills

Please send your resumes to rehabvacancies@gmail.com

Helper (Chapelton, Clarendon, Jamaica)

 

A live-in helper is needed in Chapelton, Clarendon for a family of four (4).

Requirements:

• Must be competent in washing and ironing
• Competent in cooking, cleaning and general home care

Telephone: (876) 404-8710.