Main purpose of the job:To provide best practice data collection, clinical assessments, collection of specimens, and care according to protocols and to provide pre- and post test HIV counsellingLocation:22 Esselen Street, Hillbrow, JohannesburgKey performance areas:Inform participants about the studyScreen potential participants and obtain informed consent according to SOPsAdminister study questionnaires/interviewsDraw blood/collect biological specimens from participants, conduct basic analysis according to protocol, and send samples or specimens to the laboratoryConduct physical examinationsProvide appropriate health education and adherence counseling where necessaryRefer participants to alternative care if necessaryClean and sterilize all used speculums and equipmentSupervise the fieldwork team if requiredDevelop and update study-specific job aidesCollect participant data from medical notes and complete CRFsMaintain full clinical records for all participantsMaintain an inventory register of drug stocks, laboratory samples, promotional materials, and condomsPerform sample-related activities such as labeling, storage, and collectionCompile relevant reports and feedback on all activitiesQuality control CRFs and other study documentsSafekeeping of project assetsFacilitate training of staff on study protocol and SOPsPrepare all relevant reportsCapture data timeously and accuratelyProvide regular updates on the study to key stakeholdersTake ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrate effective self-managementFollow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of own work are consistently and accurately maintainedMaintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedbackTake ownership of driving your own career development by attending training and development sessions and relevant meetingsRequired minimum education and training:Diploma in General Nursing (3 Years)Required minimum work experience:Minimum of 1 year of Nursing experience in STI/HIV, research and or clinical trialsProfessional body registration:South African Nursing Council (SANC) in General NursingDesirable additional education, work experience, and personal abilities:Advanced Diploma in Midwifery or similar will be an advantageCertification in good clinical practiceExperience in a research environmentHighly organized and systematic with strict compliance with protocolsBe tactful, and respectful and maintain confidentialityGood administrative skills together with working knowledge of Microsoft OfficeAble to work under pressure and adhere to deadlinesSelf-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary teamMust be a self-driven work ethicTO APPLY:Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV.Please Apply Online.Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.The closing date for all applications: 13 September 2024.Note AJ Personnel is fully POPI compliant.Note WHC, in accordance with their Employment Equity goals and plan, will give preference to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.Please note:AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful.AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position.
