Community Health Worker at Amal Outreach

JOB DESCRIPTIONS:

Responsibilities

• Provide community based primary and preventative healthcare services
• ⁠Conduct health assessments and screenings, such as monitoring blood pressure and blood sugar using appropriate screening medical devices in communities
• ⁠Providing counseling, support and follow-up
• Facilitate telemedicine consultations with Iyewo’s Physician/Doctor
• Delivering culturally appropriate health education and promotion
• Translating and interpreting for clients and health care providers
• Enrolling clients in additional services under the iyewo health system
• Field data collection, entry and storage.
• Maintaining accurate records and preparing reports.
• Participating in training, supervision, and meetings

Requirements

For Both

• For Community Health Officer (CHO) nal Diploma in Community Health.Validcertification and registration with Community Health Practitioner Registration Board of Nigeria. Proven experience in primary healthcare settings.
• For Community Health Extension Worker (CHEW) Certificate in Community Health.Valid certification and registration with Community Health Practitioner Registration Board of Nigeria.
• Experience in community health extension services.
• Professional and friendly attitude.
• At least two years' experience working in field roles, directly engaging customers.
• Sound knowledge of relevant medical terminology, processes, and practices.
• Knowledge of patient management software.
• Excellent computer skills and ability to process a large amount of medical data on a daily basis.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail and solid organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to recruit clients for the clinic
• A friendly, approachable demeanor that will make patients feel welcome and at ease.