Medical Data Processing Officer (Maternity Cover) wanted: APPLY NOW
Khayelitsha, Western Cape
Part-time, Temporary
REQUIREMENTS:
Essential: higher education with proven computer literacy,
Desirable: Degree in Information and Technology (IT) or mathematics field
GCP training (advantageous)
Essential: Minimum 2 years of work experience in data entry/analysis
Essential: Computer Literacy word and all other basic office software and the use of online databases (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, PHCIS, Redcap, Phremis)
Flexibility to work in a variety of environments, including clinic-based registries
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment
Time management and problem-solving skills, excellent organizational skills to independently manage work flow
Ability to work independently and show initiative and great attention to detail
Ability to communicate (written & spoken) in English and Xhosa required
South African citizenship or a valid work visa
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensure databases for each pilot are kept up-to-date and report any data quality issues to the Medical Research Assistant. This includes independently scheduling suitable times to enter data from the various registers and following up on missing data.
Assist in data collection, data cleaning and data collation for on-going activities
Assist with operational needs as necessary, particularly in support of MSF’s response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The medical data processing officer may be deployed to assist with activities, including health promotion and clinic data support.
The medical data processing officer should be familiar with the activities of other teams and able to assist in tracking activities across different projects for reporting purposes.
Liaise with the data systems and personnel in the community sites, clinics and hospitals where MSF has on-going activities
Support in cleaning, and organizing data for monitoring and evaluation of on-going pilots, including MSF’s COVID-19 response activities.
Check data for inconsistencies and resolve any problems, report any problems with data recording to the MSF Medical Research Assistant
Keep track of all data collection and compilation tasks and report on progress
Participate in regular data team meetings
Handle and protect confidential and sensitive data with integrity
Flexibility in responding to new research opportunities as they arise
Capacity and willingness to learn new software, research and M&E methods, and work routines quickly, under the mentorship of the epidemiologist
Willingness to work in multiple clinics across Khayelitsha and cooperate closely with clinic clerical staff (PGWC or City of Cape Town employees)
Flexibility
Participate through personal behaviour to bring a positive image of MSF
Observe absolute discretion towards third parties outside the organization with regard to private and confidential information concerning patients and more generally, activities
Performs, when requested, any other additional duties given by the immediate supervisor in order to allow the organization to function optimally
Comply with all aspects of the Mission and Project Standard Operating Procedures manual.
Ensures that all documentation is completed to standard and within agreed timeframes
Job Advantages and Career opportunities:
Experience in a well-known and professionally recognized international medical humanitarian organization
Salary package comparable to other non-profit organizations
100% medical aid 13th Cheque 10% pension allowance
Job Types: Part-time, Temporary. Apply Now
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