Community Health Extension Worker (CHEW) at Lily Hospitals Limited

Job Summary

• Are you passionate about improving community health and delivering essential care?
• Join a team that values compassion, dedication, and high-quality service. We are seeking a Community Health Extension Worker (CHEW) who is committed to promoting wellness, preventing disease, and making a meaningful impact in the community.
• The CHEW will deliver essential primary healthcare services, support health promotion initiatives, and assist in providing basic medical care to individuals and families within the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Check and record vital signs — weight, height, temperature, blood pressure, respiration rate
• Support patients in adhering to treatment plans
• Assist Nursing Officers in delivering basic medical and preventive care
• Provide support for nutrition, mental health, prenatal care, and general well-being
• Deliver high-quality health education to clients
• Ensure strict compliance with clinical governance in Radiology
• Serve as a patient chaperone to various consulting rooms
• Record patient information in computerized logs
• Document all Radiology activities accurately and promptly

Qualifications & Skills

• Diploma in Community Health from a recognized institution
• Valid CHEW license from the Community Health Practitioners Registration Board of Nigeria
• Minimum of 1 year experience in a primary healthcare or community setting
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Knowledge of public health practices and protocols
• Compassionate, patient-centered, and culturally sensitive
• Proficient in basic medical procedures and healthcare tools