Job Description

Work Description

The purpose of this position is to provide highly effective and efficient clinical services under the supervision of the Project coordinator, Area manager or Community Liaison Officer whilst adhering to all relevant policies and regulations.

Technical Work Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive, safe, and effective evidence based clinical procedures to achieve identified health outcomes

Daily linkage with DOH health facilities to identify patients that need to be followed up or contacts to be screened for TB/HIV.

Coordinate the collection and transportation of specimens during community screening.

Linkage with Community Liaison Officer (CLO)/Community Health Worker (CHW) to arrange outreach activities in the community.

Collaborate with community-based organizations and DOH clinics to facilitate patient linkage into care.

Track linkage targets, prepare and submit monthly reports.

Input accurate and complete data for all contacts with clients into the project database.

Provide all required documentation in a timely manner, which may include client follow-up, outcome evaluation, client contact sheets, evaluations, and HR related documentation.

Participate in regular staff meetings, staff training programs, supervisory sessions, and accept the responsibility for aiding the development of positive team relationships as requested.

To implement quality improvement processes throughout the conduct of the project.

Ensure regular and clear communication with the team.

Adherence to reporting and communication lines regarding various problems.

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Comply with all safety policies, practices, and procedures.

Adhere to the relevant procedures with regards to participant confidentiality.

Perform other duties as assigned or required by their supervisor.

Manage daily activities required for the implementation of the National TB Recovery plan

Fulfil the responsibilities of this role in accordance with the South African Nursing Council

Enforce the rights of all participants and maintain cultural sensitivity

Plan and evaluate the TSO work plans consultation with the multidisciplinary District Global Funded project team

Communicate effectively with all stakeholders incl farming community, business, and communities in towns.

Regular update in terms of clinical knowledge

Provide progress reports as required on a weekly, monthly basis and recommendations on increasing the effectiveness and efficiency of processes

Monitoring and evaluation of project implementation

Duties:

Liaise with stakeholders and contribute towards the achievement of Company and Divisional goals.

Effective communication with relevant stakeholders regarding constraints and appropriate resolutions

Communicate effectively via e-mail and telephone

Written and well documented plans be compiled

Perform TB screening on participants

Perform basic health assessments

Monitor vital signs

Provide counselling to participants as and when required

Provide on-going risk-reduction counselling to participants

Arrange follow up assessments for participants when necessary

Refer participants to health facilities nearby for further assessment and management when required

Collect sputum specimens for testing

Use appropriate PPE for specimen collection

Establish a working relationship with the clinic OPM, TB focal nurse and rest of the staff

Establish method of communication to receive notice of clients who require follow-up or tracing

Referrals:

Use the standardized referral letter for each client

Establish communication method of feedback to the OPM and TB focal nurse

Attend a monthly meeting with clinic staff and Clinical nurse mentor to report on matters

Collect sputum jars, plastic bags from PHC facility for sputum collection.

Establish the process for completion of Laboratory documents

Participate in wellness activities to address TB

CHWs/TSOs: Observe the performance of the team

CHWs/TSOs: Provide guidance wrt CHW knowledge on TB awareness, TB screening and TB referrals

CHW/TSO: guidance: skills for sputum collection, completion of screening tools,

CHW/TSO: observe communication with communities and behavior

Collect IEC material from sub district offices to be used during outreach activities.

Collect IEC material from the Aurum Office/DOH Office as may be available.

Update monthly visit plans once appointments have been confirmed with farm owners or business.

Share/send updated month plan with the Project coordinator and Area manager

Make sufficient copies of data collection tools

Collect copies from all CHWs/TSOs

Compile the weekly and monthly reports of all data; send reports to Area manager, Project coordinator or Community Liaison Officer

Education

• Registration with the South African Nursing Council as Enrolled Nurse/Assistant

Formal qualification as Enrolled Nurse/Assistant accredited by SANC

Experience

• Minimum 2 yearsxe2x80x99 related experience in TB, HIV, STI, Chronic diseases of lifestyle
• Minimum 3 yearsxe2x80x99 experience in community health work
• Extensive counselling experience and client care

Advantageous

• Minimum 3 yearsxe2x80x99 experience in HIV/AIDS and TB related accountabilities

Requirements: Skills and Competencies

• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Willing to travel and work after hours
• SA Citizen or valid work permit to work in South Africa
• Valid Driverxe2x80x99s Licence (PDP will be an advantage)
• Good record keeping and reporting skills
• Proficiency in communication skills (both written and verbal) and presentation skills
• Experience working independently and, in a team
• Quick learner and self-starter with ability to take initiative and work in a start-up and Team-oriented environment
• Strong work ethic and ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Ability to effectively manage a team
• Ability to read, analyse, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
• Willing to travel and work after hours

Closing Date: 19 January 2023

Please Note:

These appointments are subject to the preferred candidates obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking and competency assessment. We embrace employment equity and are committed to achievement of fair and equal representation of our workforce. Preference will be given to internal applicants and candidates from previously disadvantaged backgrounds.

Aurum welcomes applications from all persons with disabilities.

Whilst all applications will be carefully considered, only short-listed applicants will be interviewed. If you do not hear from us within 21 days of the closing date, this will mean that your application has been unsuccessful. All interviewed applicants will receive feedback as part of our continued drive towards people development.

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