Organisation
National Health Fund
Reference
VAC-49986
Contract Type
Full-Time
Industries
Healthcare & Medical
Location
Kingston
Salary & Benefits
Date Posted
13/06/2024
Expiry Date
26/06/2024
Under the general direction of the Registered Nurse, the Health Technician shall have responsibility for providing assistance with the screening of patients.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Four (4) GCE O’Levels/CXC including English and a numeric subject
- Ability to read, write and comprehend medical terminology
- At least one (1) years’ experience as a Health Technician
- Nurses Aid training would be an asset
- Any equivalent combination of qualification and experience
Required Skills and Specialised Knowledge:
- Excellent Record Management skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Computer Literacy
- Time management skills
Special Conditions Associated with the Job:
- Required to work beyond normal working hours in order to meet stipulated deadlines
- Ensure that all records are kept confidential
- Working at Off Site locations
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist Enrolled Assistant Nurse (EAN) to conduct screening of patients.
- Maintain record of tests done and results.
- Enter patient data in the database.
- Register participants at NHF outreach events
- Maintain record of reagents/supplies.
- Any other duties as assigned by the Registered Nurse, the Health Promotion & Public Relations Manager or the CEO.
NB. We appreciate all responses but only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Region:
Kingston
Occupational fields:
Other
Other
Other
Required degree level:
Other
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