Edo State Primary Healthcare Development Agency Job Vacancy


Posted on: Fri 18-08-2023

The Edo State Primary Healthcare Development Agency (EDPHCDA) is a trailblazing institution dedicated to revolutionizing healthcare delivery with a strong commitment to improving the well-being of residents in our communities in Edo State, Nigeria. 

We invite passionate and performance – driven individuals to join our team as we work towards building a healthier, happier, and more vibrant Edo State. At EDPHCDA, we offer an excellent opportunity for those seeking a fulfilling and challenging career in Public Service. Our culture of excellence, transparency, and effective service delivery fosters a supportive environment for personal growth and professional development. We take pride in providing a range of benefits and abundant opportunities for career advancement.

Key Requirements / Attributes:

  • Relevant educational background and qualifications in healthcare or related fields 
  • Knowledge of Civil/Public Service Rules 
  • Basic skills and use of ICT tools 
  • Valid and up-to-date licensure or registration with the appropriate regulatory body or council 
  • Strong verbal & written communication abilities and interpersonal skills 
  • Knowledge of primary healthcare delivery and commitment to promoting preventive and community-based healthcare. 

EDPHCDA Recruitment Advert Duration 

To apply, follow the steps below:

  • Visit the EDSG official recruitment portal at https://edomda.org.ng/psrecruitment/ and complete the recruitment application form 
  • Click here to apply 
  • Fill in your details and submit the application form 
  • Print out the registration slip 
  • This application is free of charge 
  • The EDPHCDA application portal shall open from Friday 18th August to Sunday 17th September, 2023 
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for the next phase of the recruitment exercise via E-mail and EDSG official portal page.

Medical Officer (CONMESS 03) 

Role Description 

  • Performs clinical examinations of outpatients, diagnose and initiates appropriate investigations and makes prognostic suggestions, if required, refer patients to the laboratory 
  • Performs complete and/or appropriate examination to diagnose and treat patients in person or via telemedicine as appropriate 
  • Develop and implement an operational plan to achieve SDG goal 3 (Good health and well-being) 
  • Identify cases that require specialized medical care and collaborate with other health organizations that offer medical care services 
  • Provide guidance and periodic supervision of the staff both in the clinics and in the community 
  • Ensure all members of the health team are conversant with National & Edo Health Insurance Scheme and other health programmes Qualification Candidates for the post must possess the required qualifications, experience and skills specified below: 
  • Member Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (M.D.C.N) 
  • 1-year post NYSC cognate experience 
  • Not more than forty (90) years of age.

Pharmacist (CONHESS 09) 

Role Description 

  • Review prepare, and supervise the compounding, preparation, and dispensing of medicines to patients or medial professionals to decide whether to utilize a generic version of a prescription drug 
  • Offer further medicine and pharmaceutical information; explain pharmacological indications, contraindications, dosage, interactions and adverse effects to patients and/or medical professionals 
  • Oversee the acquisition and distribution of drugs arid pharmaceuticals to health centres, PHCs, health stations, etc. Support pharmacological services by assembling, stocking and distributing medications 
  • Conduct comprehensive mediation reviews to assess the appropriateness, effectiveness, and safety of medications for individual patients. They identify potential medication-related issues, promote adherence strategies, and support patients in managing complex medication regimens 

Qualification 

Candidates for the post must possess the required qualifications, experience and skills specified below: 

  • Degree in Pharmacy (B. Pharm or PharmD) 
  • 1-year post NYSC cognate experience 
  • Member of the Pharmaceutical Council of Nigeria (PCN) or Nigerian Association of General Practice Pharmacists (NAGPP) 
  • Not more than 35 years of age

Medical Laboratory Scientist (CONIIESS 09) 

Role Description 

  • Perform a wide range of laboratory tests and procedures, including hematology, clinical chemistry, immunology, microbiology, molecular diagnostics, blood banking, and urinalysis 
  • Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment used for testing 
  • Perform regular quality control checks and troubleshoot any technical issues that may arise during testing 
  • Maintain and enforce quality control measures within the laboratory 
  • Work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide accurate and timely laboratory results
  • Analyse body fluids, classify and process blood to determine types and to separate satin from the blood 

Qualification 

Candidates for the post must possess the required qualifications, experience and skills specified below: 

  • B.Sc. Degree in Medical Laboratory Science 
  • Member, Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN) 
  • 1-year post NYSC cognate experience 
  • Not more than 35 years of age 

Nursing/Midwives (CONI1ESS 07) 

Role Description 

  • Taking and recording patients vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, and pulse) as well as ordering diagnostic tests as needed 
  • Educate patients on health risk factors and implement health promotion strategies for early detection and screening for communicable diseases 
  • Teach patients and families strategies to develop healthy living to promote patients holistic health and wellbeing 
  • Performs clinical examinations of outpatients, diagnose and initiates appropriate investigations and makes prognostic suggestions, if required, refer patients to the laboratory 
  • Ability to respond to the treatment of emergency cases that come outside the normal Outpatients Department hours 
  • Ensuring effective collaboration and communication with the multidisciplinary team as it relates to patient care and advocacy 

Qualification 

Candidates for the post must possess the required qualifications., experience and skills specified below: 

  • Registered Nurse/Midwives (RN) 
  • 1-year cognate experience
  • Member of Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria 
  • Not more than 35 years of age 

Scientific Officer (CONHESS 07) 

Role Description 

  • Develop and implement evidence-based practices by reviewing scientific literatures, synthetizing research findings and providing recommendation based on the best available evidence 
  • Design evaluation frameworks, collect and analyze data, and assess program performance against established indicators or benchmarks to identify areas for improvement and inform decision-making 
  • Develop quality indicators, evaluate compliance with standards, identify areas for improvement, and implement quality improvement strategies to enhance patient safety and care 
  • Collect and analyze healthcare data to support research initiatives and quality improvement efforts 

Qualification 

Candidates for the post must possess the required qualifications, experience and skills specified below: 

  • B.Sc. Degree in Medical/Natural Sciences 
  • 1-year post NYSC cognate experience 
  • Not more than 35 years of age 

Community Health Extension Worker (COPHIE&S 07) 

Role Description 

  • Conduct diagnosis and assessment of the community's health needs in collaboration with other health professionals 
  • Provide health education about sanitation, water supply, disease prevention & management, informal counselling, patient support and follow-up care as required
  • Assist in immunization & vaccination programmes, cold chain management and logistics 
  • Help people understand their health condition(s) and develop strategies to improve their health and wellbeing 
  • Coordinate the placement of home-based records and update house numbers in primary healthcare through community visitation 

Qualification 

Candidates for the post must possess experience and skills specified below: 

  • Degree in Community/Public Health 
  • Member of the National Council for Community Health Practice Board of Nigeria 
  • 1-year post NYSC cognate experience 
  • Not more than 35years 

Community Health Extension Worker (COMBS 06) 

Role Description 

  • Support in the conduct diagnosis and assessment of the community's health needs in collaboration with other health professionals 
  • Assist to Provide health education about sanitation, water supply, disease prevention & management, informal counselling, patient support and follow-up care as required 
  • Participate in immunization & vaccination programmes and support cold chain management and logistics 
  • Help people understand their health condition(s) and develop strategies to improve their health and wellbeing 
  • Carryout the placement of home-based records and update house numbers in primary healthcare through community visitation 

Qualification 

Candidates for the post must possess the required qualifications, experience and skills specified below: 

  • Diploma/Technical Certificate in Community Health 
  • Member of the National Council for Community Health Practice Board of Nigeria 
  • 1-year cognate experience 
  • Not less than 35years

Medical Record Technician (CONHESS 06)

Role Description 

  • Collect new patients information and as well as properly filling hard copy information. 
  • Protect the security of medical records and ensure that confidentiality is always maintained. 
  • Manages the generation, preservation, and retrieval of medical records whenever they are needed. 
  • Process patient admission or discharge documents
  • Maintain a referral charting system to ensure a proper follow up of patient care referred for outside consultation and imaging services 
  • Obtain documentation requested by healthcare professionals such as test results that are not yet filled in medical records 

Qualification 

Candidates for the post must possess the required qualifications, experience and skills specified below: 

  • Diploma/ Technical Certificate in Medical Records Management/Health information management 
  • Associate membership of the chartered institute of medical record technician 
  • 1 -year cognate experience 
  • Not more than 35 years of age 

Pharmacy Technician (CONI MSS 06) 

Role Description 

  • Reading and interpret physician's medication orders 
  • Aid in filling, processing, and dispensing medications, re-package and label medications, adhere to safety practices in order to ensure quality care for patients 
  • Prioritize requests and check for expiration dates on medications on a regular basis
  • Support pharmacological services by assembling, stocking and distributing medications 
  • Sorting, stocking and labeling medications and monitoring inventory 
  • Responding to the requests of patients and healthcare providers, answering their questions and referring various inquiries to the Pharmacist 

Qualification 

Candidates for the post must possess the required qualifications, experience and skills specified below: 

  • Diploma/Technical certificate in Pharmacy  
  • 1 -year cognate experience 
  • Not more than 35 years of age

Medical Laboratory Technician (CONJIESS 06) 

Role Description 

  • Collect, examine and analyse specimen from patients to provide the information required by medical officers for diagnosis and treatment 
  • Prepare medical solutions reagent, microscopic slides and culture media for laboratory test 
  • Care for and maintain laboratory equipment 
  • Carry out microscopic examination of specimen for pathogens 
  • Analyse body fluids, classify and process blood to determine types and to separate satin from the blood source 
  • Document all medical data and results in specified forms with accuracy and responsibility 

Qualification

Candidates for the post mug possess the required qualifications, experience and skills specified below: 

  • Diploma/Technical Certificate in Medical Laboratory 
  • 1 - year cognate experience 
  • Not more than 35 years of age 

Health Attendant (CONIIFSS 03) 

Role Description 

  • Perform routine cleaning and sanitization tasks to ensure a clean and safe environment. This includes disinfecting outfaces, mopping floors and emptying trash 
  • Help patients with activities of daily lift including eating, taking a shower and using the restroom 
  • Identify and report safety hazards or potential risks in the healthcare environment, such as damaged equipment, faulty electrical outlets, or slippery floors 
  • Assist in conducting health screenings and assessments, such as measuring height, weight, body mass index (BMI) and carry prescribed drugs and food to patients 
  • Provide bask health education to patients on topics such as nutrition, hygiene, preventive are and community health sensitization

Qualification

Candidates for the post must possess the required qualifications, experience and skills specified below:

  • First School Leaving Certificate (FSLC)
  • 1-year cognate experience 
  • Not more than 40 years age