Job Description
Job Summary
- 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 in improving 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 the highest standard of health education of the client.
- Record patient information in computerised logs.
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.
- Must reside at Okuokoko/ Ughelli, Delta State or its environs.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Professional development opportunities.
- A supportive and inclusive working environment.
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in community health.