Obijackson Children's Hospital (Nestoil) recruitment, August 2014

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Obijackson Children's Hospital is a new hospital located in Okija, Anambra State, built and equipped to world class standards and being developed to be one of the world’s foremost paediatric healthcare institutions.

The Hospital aims to be Nigeria’s leading healthcare center dedicated to advancing children’s health through the integration of patient care and research. Though autonomous, it is a subsidiary of the Obijackson Group with several other companies in its kitty and Nestoil Plc as its flagship.

Obijackson Children's Hospital is recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Facility / Maintenance Engineer

Job ID: OCH/0814/01
Location: Okija, Anambra State, Nigeria

Job Description:

• Design maintenance strategies, procedures and methods.
• Plan and undertake scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
• Diagnose and respond to problems and faults, including emergency and unplanned problems and repairs.
• Carry out equipment repairs and quality inspections on jobs.
• Liaise with client departments and customers appropriate to develop/update maintenance procedures.
• Coordinate specialist procurement of fixtures, fittings, components etc as required.
• Manage stocks of supplies, control usage of maintenance tools and equipment
• Monitor and control maintenance costs.
• Maintain statistical and financial records of maintenance activities
• Develop maintenance strategies to help with installation and commissioning guidelines.
• Supervise engineering and technical staff.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation.

Requirement:
Paper Qualification:

• Minimum of a Bachelors degree in Electrical, Manufacturing, Mechanical or Production Engineering.
• Professional Qualification: Membership of relevant professional body will be an added advantage

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years post NYSC cognate working experience.
• Must Have (apart from the above):

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

• Computer Literacy and knowledge
• Good communication and interpersonal Skills
• Good knowledge of the use of Microsoft Excel, Word and Power point

Job Title: Head, Central Sterile Services Department (CSSD)
Job ID: OCH/0814/03
Location: Okija, Anambra State, Nigeria
Job Description:

• Receive contaminated devices, instruments and equipment in the decontamination area.
• Operate the decontamination and terminal sterilization equipment as well as report all malfunctions and changes in the parameters.
• Organize and assemble routine and specialty surgical instrument trays and other sterilized supplies, filling special requests as needed.
• Clean and prepare instruments for sterilization.
• Disinfect and sterilize equipment’s such as respirators, hospital beds, and oxygen and dialysis equipment, using sterilizers, aerators and washers as required.
• Maintain up to date records of activities in the department for effective monitoring and tracking of sterile devices used as well as for reference purposes.
• Develop procedures for sterilization.
• Apply expertise in the identification and prevention of potential sources of infection in the facility.

Requirement :
Paper Qualification:

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant Medical Sciences (Microbiology/Medical Lab science/Infection control etc).
• Professional Qualification:  Membership of relevant professional body will be an added advantage

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years post qualification relevant experience.
• Must Have (apart from the above):

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

• Computer Literacy and knowledge
• Good communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Good Knowledge of the use of Microsoft Excel, Word and Power point
• Patience, assertiveness and attention to detail.
• Age bracket: N/A

 Job Title: Biomedical Engineer
Job ID: OCH/0814/02
Location: Okija, Anambra State, Nigeria
Job Description :

• Carry out repair and maintenance of medical equipment
• Provide engineering support to the clinical and diagnostic Departments, which are approved by the Department of Biomedical Engineering.
• Carry out planned preventive maintenance inspections, commissions and test in accordance with the departmental procedures.
• Complete all new Medical Equipment Acceptance form. Report and follow up with the resolution of any discrepancy.
• Prepare and present spare parts request to the Facility/Maintenance Manager in a timely manner to ensure constant availability of supplies.
• Ensure that the overall activities in the department meet the requirements of quality management and environmental policies and legal stipulations.
• Other duties as assigned within the biomedical engineering specialty

Requirement:
Paper Qualification:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering or any related field.
• Professional Qualification: Membership of relevant professional body will be an added advantage

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years post NYSC cognate working experience.
• Must Have (apart from the above):

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

• Computer Literacy and knowledge
• Good communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Good Knowledge of the use of Microsoft Excel, Word and Power point
• Intuitiveness, assertiveness and attention to detail.

Additional information

• The job holder may be required to be on call which may entail being present outside official working hours.
• Age bracket: N/A

Job Title: Dietitian

Job ID: OCH/0814/07
Location: Okija, Anambra State, Nigeria

Job Description :

• Educate and advise a wide range of patients with diet-related disorders on the practical ways in which they can improve their health by adopting healthier eating habits.
• Calculate patients' nutritional requirements using standard equations based on assessments of blood chemistry, temperature, stress, mobility and other relevant factors.
• Educate persons to understand the physiology and biochemistry of different types of exercise and the role nutrition has in these processes.
• Calculate patients' nutritional requirements using standard equations based on assessments of blood chemistry, temperature, stress, mobility and other relevant factors.
• Deliver group sessions to a variety of audiences, including children and patient groups.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team in hospitals or in a community setting to gain patients' cooperation in following recommended dietary treatments.
• Educate other healthcare professionals (doctors, nurses, biochemists, social workers, care workers and community workers) about food and nutrition issues/requirements.
• Advise the catering and pharmacy departments/units about the specific dietary requirements of patients.

Requirement :
Paper Qualification:

• Bachelor's Degree in Food and Nutrition, dietetics, food service systems management, or a related area
• Professional Qualification: Membership of relevant professional body will be an added advantage

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years post qualification work experience in a hospital setting (preferable).
• Must Have (apart from the above):

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

• Computer Literacy and knowledge
• Good communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Good Knowledge of the use of Microsoft Excel, Word and Power point
• Age bracket: N/A

Job Title: Social Worker

Job ID: OCH/0814/06
Location: Okija, Anambra State, Nigeria

Job Description :

• Acts as advocate for clients or patients to resolve crises.
• Collaborate with other professionals to evaluate patients' medical or physical condition.
• Refer patient, client, or family to community resources to assist in recovery from illnesses.
• Assist clients to access opportunities for social services such as financial assistance, legal aid, housing, job placement or education.
• Hold individual and group sessions to counsel clients and patients and assist them overcome dependencies, recover from illness and adjust to life.
• Utilize consultation data/information and social work experience to coordinate patient care and rehabilitation.
• Plan discharge from care facility to home or other care facility.
• Organize support groups or counsel family members to assist them in understanding, dealing with, and supporting clients/patients.
• Identify environmental impediments to client or patient progress through interviews and review of patient records.
• Oversee Medicaid and Medicare-related paperwork and record keeping in hospitals.
• Plan and conduct programs to combat social problems, prevent substance abuse, or improve community health and counseling services.
• Conduct social research to advance knowledge and also update the hospital’s knowledge bank in the social work field.
• Investigate child abuse and neglect cases and take authorized protective action when necessary.

Requirement :
Paper Qualification:

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or Psychology.
• Professional Qualification: Membership of relevant professional body will be an added advantage

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years relevant post qualification work experience in social work or medicare.
• Must Have (apart from the above):

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

• Computer Literacy and knowledge
• Good communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Good Knowledge of the use of Microsoft Excel, Word and Power point
• Ability to communicate in Ibo language will be an advantage
• Age bracket: N/A

Job Title: Catering Officer

Job ID: OCH/0814/08
Location: Okija, Anambra State, Nigeria

Job Description :

• Manage food and beverage provision for functions and events as directed by unit/departmental head.
• Assist the Head of Catering in supervising catering functions.
• Liaise with chefs to plan menus.
• Monitor the quality of the product and service provided.
• Monitor stock levels and notify the unit head of timely for possible replenishment.
• Maintain effective liaison with suppliers and clients as appropriate

Requirement :
Paper Qualification:

• Minimum Educational Qualification and Experience: Certificate or Diploma in Catering/ Culinary Management (Food Science tech /Home Economics/ Nutrition/ Hotel and restaurant management)

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years relevant experience.
• Must Have (apart from the above):

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

1. Attention to details, Patience and meticulousness.
2. Good communication skills in English and Ibo (an advantage).
3. Hospitality Management skills.
4. Strong time management skills.
5. Age bracket: N/A

 Job Title: Medical Records Officer
Job ID: OCH/0814/09
Location: Okija, Anambra State, Nigeria
Job Description :

• Initiate and maintain up to date medical records by following policies and procedures.
• Maintain chart location systems and provide medical records by routing records to admissions and emergency departments, physicians, and other authorized hospital staff.
• Resolve medical record discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
• File documents and maintain historical reference by abstracting and coding clinical data such as diseases, operations, procedures and therapies, using standard classification systems.
• Prepare statistical reports by collecting and summarizing medical care and census information, such as types of diseases treated, surgery performed, and use of hospital beds.
• Provide medical record information by responding to queries and requests of patients, hospital staff, law firms, insurance companies and government agencies.

Requirement :
Paper Qualification:

• Educational Qualification and Experience: A good bachelor's degree in Medical Records / Health Information Management or equivalent from a reputable institution
• Professional Qualification: Membership of relevant professional body will be an adde

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years experience in medical billing and/or dealing with medical records.
• Must Have (apart from the above):

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

• Computer Literacy and knowledge.
• Good communication and Interpersonal Skills.
• Good Knowledge of the use of Microsoft Excel, Word and Power point.
• Excellent written and documentation Skills.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Age bracket: N/A

 Job Title: Medical Records Technician

Job ID: OCH/0814/10
Location: Okija, Anambra State, Nigeria

Job Description:

• Process or create record folder(s), assign new numbers to patients as needed and ensure information verification before patients’ records are updated.
• Access medical records by searching master patient index, identifying existing patient records, interacting with registration areas and physicians' offices
• Ensure availability of medical records by routing records to admissions and emergency departments, physicians and other authorized hospital staff, maintaining chart location systems.
• Complete medical record by reviewing information, notifying health care providers of record deficiencies, tracking outstanding records as well as notifying the Medical Director of identified cases of physicians who are in jeopardy of losing admitting privileges.

Requirement:
Paper Qualification:

• Educational Qualification and Experience: Minimum of a good Certificate / diploma or its equivalent in Medical Records / Health Information Management from a reputable institution.
• Professional Qualification: Membership of relevant profession

Experience:

• Any relevant experience in medical billing and/or dealing with medical records will be an advantage.
• Must Have (apart from the above):

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

• Computer Literacy and knowledge.
• Good communication and Interpersonal Skills.
• Good Knowledge of the use of Microsoft Excel, Word and Power point.
• Excellent written and documentation Skills.
• Excellent organization and Time management skills.
• Age bracket: N/A

Job Title: ECG / Cardiovascular Technician

Job ID: OCH/0814/11
Location: Okija, Anambra State, Nigeria

Job Description :

• Oversee ECG test procedures and provide ECG test data to physicians
• Record ECG readings and perform stress tests
• Administer Holter monitoring tests
• Operate traditional X-ray machines and computerized axial tomography (CT) as appropriate
• Carry out Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) as well as film and digital mammography

Requirement :
Paper Qualification:

• Educational Qualification and Experience: Minimum six months training as an EKG Technician or Cardiovascular Technician preferably in a hospital setting or completion of an accredited Cardiovascular Technology, Paramedic or Medical Assistant Program.

Experience:

• At least 2 years relevant experience in a hospital setting (preferably).
• Must Have (apart from the above):

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

• Ability to operate traditional X-ray machines and computerized axial tomography (CT)
• Good Knowledge of Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
• Good knowledge of the imaging technique using Fluoroscopy
• Good communication and Interpersonal Skills.
• Good Knowledge of the use of Microsoft Excel, Word and Power point.
• Attention to details.
• Age bracket: N/A

Job Title: Pharmacist

Job ID: OCH/0814/04
Location: Okija, Anambra State, Nigeria

Job Description:

• Clinically screen prescriptions as well as counsel/advice on the safe and effective use of medicines.
• Assist the Lead Pharmacist to maintain and deliver high standard of service in accordance with pharmaceutical legislations, hospital policies and recognized best practice.
• Adhere to and enforce the approved Standard Operating Procedures among junior member of staff.
• Consult the Lead Pharmacists as required to provide prescription review and medicines-related advice to healthcare professionals in the ward.
• Work in the dispensary to ensure prescriptions are dispensed safely and effectively, as well as provide professional intervention including clinical screening, dispensing and final checking of prescriptions.
• Identify and resolve (in consultation with the Lead Pharmacist where required) prescription-related problems to ensure safe and effective use of medicines are followed.
• Counsel patients on use of medication after discharge from the hospital.
• Participate in audits of drug use and recommend standards in order to improve prescribing practices.
• Participate in reviews of work methods and contribute to the development of new processes, procedures and systems to minimize risk and ensure that services are improved continuously.

Requirement :
Paper Qualification:

• A Minimum of B.Pharm from any reputable institution
• Professional Qualification: Membership of relevant professional body will be an added advantage

Experience:

• At least 2 years post qualification working experience in a pharmacy or hospital environment
• Must Have (apart from the above):

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

• Demonstrable capacity to read and interpret prescriptions
• Ability to work independently, accurately and efficiently
• Good command of the English Language (spoken and written)
• Excellent team player
• Good numerical and communication skills.
• General knowledge of drug terminology, pharmaceutical calculations, drug use and aseptic
• Basic computer literacy and ability to effectively learn new software programs required
• Ability to work in a safe, cost-effective and efficient manner.
• Age bracket: N/A

 Job Title: Pharmacy Technician

Job ID: OCH/0814/05
Location: Okija, Anambra State, Nigeria

Job Description :

• Assist Pharmacist(s) in filling physician medication orders for patients, maintaing patient medication profiles, providing supplies for nursing and other ancillary areas.
• Assist doctors and pharmacist(s) to ensure patients receive their specialty medication in a timely manner
• Coordinate and schedule the preparation of pharmaceutical orders accurately and promptly under the supervision of a Pharmacist
• Perform basic pharmaceutical calculations on product preparation when necessary and obtain validation from the Pharmacist before compounding/mixing.
• Prepare labels, prescription, compounding/mixing worksheets, complete and maintain product lot numbers and expiration dates and batch records. Generate delivery/pick slips under the supervision of the Pharmacist
• Maintain a neat, clean, orderly and well stocked work area and ensure related equipment are cleaned, sanitized and maintained in compliance with hospital policies and procedures
• Promote and provide courteous and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Participate in special projects and performs other duties as required.

Requirement :
Paper Qualification:

• Possession of a Pharmacy Technician Certificate or a diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology from a recognized Health Institution.
• Registration Certificate of Pharmacy Technician’s Board as well as current Annual License are required.
• Any cognate ex

Experience:
Must Have (apart from the above):

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

• Demonstrable capacity to read and interpret prescriptions
• Ability to work independently, accurately and efficiently
• Good command of the English Language (spoken and written)
• General knowledge of drug terminology, pharmaceutical calculations, drug use and aseptic
• Basic computer literacy and ability to effectively learn new software programs required
• Age bracket: N/A

Methods of Application
Interested candidates should send CV with the job position and job id as the subject of the email eg- "FACILITY / MAINTENANCE ENGINEER—OCH/0814/01" to: [email protected]

Applications without the Job ID and Job Title quoted would not be processed.
Applicants are also adviced to apply for one position only, as those who apply for multiple positions will be automatically disqualified.

Application Deadline:  26th August, 2014

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