Community Health Extension Worker at Chem Health and Diagnostics Centre

JOB PURPOSE

• The CHEW (Community Health Extension Worker) is responsible for assisting Nurses and Doctors in the management of patients.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in immunizing and vaccinating patients.
• Ensure that planning, record-keeping and documentation functions are executed efficiently and effectively.
• Implements and adheres to safety standards/ precautions, infection control, and other protocols and procedures in the medical premises and ensures high standards of hygiene of his/her working environment.
• Participating in health education of the patient (and family) when necessary.
• Ensures patients receive optimum patient care.
• Participating in data collection and keeping doctors/nurses informed.
• Participates in the department-related activities.
• Performs additional tasks as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Candidate most have minimum of a Diploma of CHEW.
• Applicants should have at least 2 years post qualifying experience and in possession of a valid practicing certificate..
• Essential computer literacy (Microsoft Office Suite, e-mail, internet, etc…).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Willing to work extra hours and available at the weekend for emergency cases.