• Application Deadline:
• Position: Community Health Extension Worker (CHEW)



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification OND



• Experience 1 year



• Location Delta




• Job Field Medical / Healthcare 
  
  

About the Role

• The Community Health Extension Worker (CHEW) will provide essential primary healthcare services, focusing on disease prevention, health promotion, and basic medical care to individuals and families within the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Check and record patients’ vital signs such as, weight, height, blood pressure, temperature and respiration rate


• Assist to improve patient adherence to treatment regimens.


• Assist the Nursing officer in providing basic medical and preventive care.


• Assist in providing care for patients requiring nutrition, mental health, and prenatal care.


• Maintain highest standard of health education of client.


• Ensure compliance to clinical governance in Radiology.


• Efficient in chaperon of patients to various consulting rooms.


• Record patient information in computerized logs.


• Ensure all activities carried out in Radiology are documented.

Qualifications and Skills

• Diploma in Community Health from a recognized institution.


• Must be a certified CHEW with a valid license from the Community Health Practitioners Registration Board of Nigeria.


• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a primary healthcare or community setting.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to work independently and within a team.


• Knowledge of public health practices and protocols.


• Compassionate and culturally sensitive.


• Proficiency in basic medical procedures and use of healthcare tools.