Job Vacancies at Synapse Services

Location: Synapse Japonica in Port Harcourt
Reports to:  Consultant Psychiatrist and Medical Director

Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Ward Duties:

• Be present and contactable within clinic premises at all times during work hours except when on other official duties .
• To carry out a physical examination on all patients before admission according to Synapse Policy
• To maintain individual contact with patients, carrying out ward rounds and other duties detailed by the Consultant
• To update clinical notes on all patients according to best practice for record keeping
• To ensure that within a week of admission, patient’s diagnosis in line with ICD is documented on EMR and explained to the patient and Family.
• Ensure that leaflets explaining diagnosis, medication and its effects are given to patient, explained and documented. Encourage consultants to explain diagnosis to patient and document it.
• To respond promptly to the request of all clinical staff (consultants, other doctors and nurses) to see patients within the clinic and to advice or start any treatment as indicated.
• Undertake specific medical procedures on patients within the clinic as requested by medical and nursing staff: cannulation, commencing i.v infusions, administration of i.v drugs, etc.
• To type and file discharge summaries on all patients discharged from Synapse Services within 72 hours of discharge
• Must ensure every patient discharged from Synapse Services sees a doctor within 7 days post discharge
• Run regular follow up clinics and encourage patient attendance
• Carry out home visits to review patients
• Lead a clinical team to pick up patients from the community for admission
• Partake in On call duties

Other duties:

• Run a smoking cessation clinic
• Contribute to and be a part of Synapse Business Team
• Be part of the team that makes contact with Organizations to seek clients for Synapse
• Carry out presentations at clinical meetings in various hospitals to inform them of our clinical services
• To examine a sick/injured member of clinic staff and offer appropriate advice in respect of treatment
• Liaise regularly with Service Manager to discuss service improvement
• Carry out regular teaching sessions directed at Nurses, Support Workers and Psychologists.

Administrative Duties:

• Be a part of interview panels during staff recruitment
• Be a member of Synapse Middle management committee and attend line Management meetings
• Be a co-chair for Synapse Educational meetings
• Will be asked to be part of other adhoc committees if and when necessary
• Take a lead role in developing and writing proposals for Synapse japonica Services
• Be a facilitator on some of Synapse Services Training programs
• Read understand and adhere to clinic policies and procedures
• Will be a clinical and managerial lead
• Will be a part of the Business Development team

Health and Safety and Quality Assurance:

• Be familiar, understand and adhere to all Health and Safety regulations including evacuation policy and the medical officer’s role in such an event
• Be aware of the promotion of effective customer care and public relations in order to promote the good reputation of the clinic
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Line Manager is essential

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
• Post Graduation qualifications including Masters programs are desirable
• Experience in non-clinical settings that demonstrates exposure to other industries is desirable.
• Relevant experience in mental health is desirable
• Minimum of 6 years’ experience in Clinical care and patient management.

Development

• Will be sponsored to internal training programs and if exceptional will be exposed to international training programs
• Will be expected to engage in self-directed learning

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Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Reports to: Admin/ Customer Service Lead

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure food is prepared as required
• Ensure meals are prepared on time and properly presented
• Season and cook food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
• Wash, peel, cut, and seed fruits and vegetables to prepare them for consumption.
• Estimate expected food consumption; then requisition or purchase supplies, or procure food from storage.
• Measure ingredients required for specific food items being prepared and keep records of stock on a daily basis.
• Regulate temperatures of ovens, freezers, grills, and roasters.
• Substitute for or assist other cooks during emergencies or rush periods.
• Inspect food preparation and serving areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food-handling practices.
• Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling, or piercing them with utensils.
• Portion, arrange, garnish food, and serve food to patients
• Clean food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
• Maintain sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas.
• Any other duties as assigned by your line manager

Requirements

• Minimum of OND
• Excellent cooking skills with ability to prepare several dishes
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment/ under pressure
• Strong knowledge of proper food handling and sanitation standards
• Minimum of 2- 3 years work experience as a cook

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Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Reports to: Admin/ Customer Service Lead

Job Purpose

• To utilize all assigned routes to transport individuals and goods safely to and from various work sites, educational institutions, medical facilities, grocery stores, drug stores and other locations.

Job Duties

• Transport staff to needed destinations in a timely, safe and courteous manner.
• To drive carefully at all times and ensure the safety of passengers (staff), other road users and the assigned vehicle.
• Maintain driver’s log and mileage log and also update it regularly.
• To ensure cleanliness of assigned vehicle at all times; when in use or otherwise and that the vehicle is in good condition before use.
• Assumes responsibility for care and maintenance of the vehicle; wash and clean the interior, take car for maintenance and repair.
• Perform related duties as required and assist in other duties as assigned by supervisor

Requirements

• Minimum of OND
• Minimum of 2- 3 years’ work experience as a Driver
• Must possess a Valid Driver’s license
• Must be very familiar with Port- Harcourt roads
• Competent driving skills
• Good communication skills
• High level of confidentiality and integrity
• Good Professional Image.

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Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Reports to: Admin / Customer Service Lead

Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Cleaning of the Offices and the Ward:

• Sweep and mop the floors of all the offices and the corridors.
• Empty all dustbins.
• Wipe/dust down all the furniture: chairs, tables, cabinets.
• Ensure that all the materials on the office desks are arranged neatly.
• Dust all equipment/gadgets; calculators, phones, printers, scanners, fans, etc.
• Wash the toilets/ bathrooms; make sure that the toilet bowls and seats are clean, ensure that there is toilet paper, and the sink is clean as well.
• Empty the dustbins
• Sweep and mop the rooms and bathrooms.
• Cobweb

Cleaning of Compound:

• Wetting of all flowers
• Sweeping and cleaning the Facility compound
• Trimming of the shrubs and flowers

Washing:

• Washing of patients’ bedsheets.
• Washing of patients’ clothes.
• Washing of the curtains.

Requirements

• Minimum of OND
• Minimum of 2- 3 years’ work experience as a Cleaner
• Good communication skills
• High level of confidentiality and integrity
• Good Professional Image.

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Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Reports to: Admin/ Customer Service Lead

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Protecting company property and maintaining a safe and secure environment.
• Monitoring and controlling access at both the main gate entrance and the building entrances by both patients, visitors and staff members.
• Protect and secure staff, visitors and patients.
• Notify visitors of existing rules, regulations and safety procedures observed the facility.
• Ensuring the protection of patient information.
• Patrolling the facility to observe for signs of criminal activity or disorder.
• Ensure that all packages addressed/meant for patients are inspected before entering the facility to avoid dangerous objects are not smuggled in.
• Record any unusual occurrences within the facility.
• Any other responsibility assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• Minimum of OND
• Should be physically fit.
• Good communication skills.
• Minimum of 2- 3 years’ work experience as a Security Officer.