Chief Orderly (HSC/HS3) - Black River Hospital

Organisation
Southern Regional Health Authority, Jamaica
Reference
VAC-60376
Contract Type
Full-Time
Industries
Healthcare & Medical
Location
St. Elizabeth
Salary & Benefits
$1,332,574 - $1,584,011 per annum
Date Posted
19/01/2026
Expiry Date
04/02/2026
Under the supervision of the Operations Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for supervising the work activities of the Portering Department, to ensure safety and protection of clients, clean environment and adequate service delivery

 

Qualifications and Experience:

  • School Leaving Certificate (Secondary Education) with on the job training in Housekeeping, Portering and Janitorial Systems 
  • Certificate in Supervisory Management would be an asset 
  • English Language in GCE O’Level/CXC at the General Proficiency level would be an asset
  • At least one (1) year experience in a supervisory position 

 

Required Knowledge, Skills & Competencies

Core: 

  • Excellent time management and organizing skills 
  • Good oral and written communication skills 
  • Good problem-solving skills 
  • Ability to work in a team 
  • Ability to follow instructions and procedures well 
  • Good work attitude 
  • Detail oriented 
  • Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines 
  • Ability to work on own initiative with minimal supervision 
  • Good human relation skills 

Technical: 

  • Knowledge of the Infection Control Policies and Procedures 
  • Knowledge of the Health and Safety Practices 

 

Key Responsibilities will include:

  • Supervising and monitoring work activities of all Attendants to ensure patients/clients are lifted/transported from one area to another in a safe manner 
  • Planning and preparing daily and fortnightly work schedule for regular Attendants to ensure adequate service for all areas of the hospital 
  • Ensuring proper use and safety of equipment to be utilized for the execution of duties
  • Maintaining the compound in a clean, orderly and pleasant environment. 
  • Inspecting hospital premises to ensure trash and garbage disposal meet safety, health and sanitation regulations 
  • Reporting any problems that may affect the smooth flow of work 
  • Assisting with the morgue (cleans, delivers and receives bodies) 

 

 

 

 

NB. ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

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