Health Assistant

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a Health Assistant to support the implementation of the health program in Ipiales, Samaniego, and Cumbitara.

Job Summary: The Health Assistant will provide administrative and clinical support to ensure the smooth operation of the health program.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain up-to-date schedules for medical professionals, ensuring efficient client flow.
• Organize clinical spaces, ensuring cleanliness, availability of supplies, and privacy.
• Implement strategies to target priority populations, actively recruiting clients for various health services.
• Coordinate appointments, follow up on absences, and reorganize schedules as needed.
• Facilitate internal and external referrals, ensuring proper documentation and continuity of care.
• Conduct educational sessions on health topics, guaranteeing community participation and logistical arrangements.
• Manage the Vulnerability Fund, verifying criteria and recording support provided.
• Collaborate with pharmacy and senior health officials to prepare medication and medical supply forecasts.
• Support audits of medical accounts, organizing required documents.
• Coordinate logistics for clinical and community activities, including transportation and resources.
• Establish effective communication with finance and operations teams.
• Provide humanitarian care to program clients, ensuring orientation, dignified treatment, and follow-up.
• Support data collection and management, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
• Participate in community outreach, identifying individuals with health needs and providing information on available services.
• Accompany clients to health centers, ensuring completion of care processes.
• Assist with sexually transmitted infection (STI) prevention and care, including testing and counseling.

Requirements:

• Technical or technological degree in Nursing Assistance with a community health focus.
• At least 12 months of experience in community health contexts, including 6 months in health promotion or disease prevention projects.
• Demonstrated experience in community mobilization, educational sessions, and active beneficiary recruitment.
• Basic knowledge of office software and database management.
• Experience in the humanitarian sector or working with migrant and displaced populations is valued.

Benefits:

• Employment contract
• Salary: $1,944,100 with social benefits

Professional Standards: The IRC adheres to core values and principles outlined in the IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct, including integrity, service, equality, and accountability.