Aya- Killasaifullah

Indus Hospital & Health Network

Pakistan

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This role involves providing essential support to Lady Health Visitors (LHVs) in various clinical and patient care activities within maternal and child health services. The incumbent will assist in patient examinations, deliveries, and minor procedures, while also offering care and support to pregnant women and new mothers during pre- and post-natal stages. The position requires maintaining a clean and hygienic environment in clinical areas, managing patient flow, and ensuring adherence to infection prevention and control protocols. The candidate will work closely with nursing staff, observe patient conditions, and contribute to the overall smooth functioning of the healthcare setting.

Key Responsibilities

- Assist LHVs during patient examinations, deliveries, and minor medical procedures.
- Provide support to pregnant women and mothers throughout pre-natal and post-natal care phases.
- Assist in handling and caring for newborns under the supervision of LHVs.
- Manage the crowd and patient flow in antenatal care (ANC), postnatal care (PNC), and family planning clinics.
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in outpatient departments (OPD), waiting areas, labor rooms, and delivery tables.
- Support LHVs in patient handling, including movement and positioning.
- Ensure the availability and cleanliness of instruments and assist in their sterilization.
- Follow proper disposal procedures for healthcare waste in line with infection prevention and control (IPC) guidelines.
- Observe patients closely and report any changes in their condition to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintain respectful and culturally sensitive interactions with patients and their attendants.
- Perform any additional tasks assigned by supervisors to support clinical and operational functions.
- Ensure proper segregation and disposal of healthcare waste according to IPC protocols.
- Maintain cleanliness and disinfection of patient-care equipment, examination beds, and frequently touched surfaces.
- Assist in preparing and cleaning the labor room before and after deliveries to maintain readiness and hygiene.

Required Qualifications

- Relevant experience in assisting healthcare professionals, preferably in maternal and child health settings.
- Knowledge of infection prevention and control (IPC) protocols, including waste segregation and disposal.
- Ability to maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in clinical environments.
- Strong observational skills to monitor patient conditions and report changes accurately.
- Ability to work respectfully and sensitively with patients from diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Capability to manage patient flow and assist in clinical procedures under supervision.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits

- Experience working in a hospital or health network environment is advantageous.
- Familiarity with antenatal, postnatal, and family planning services will be considered a plus.
- Commitment to upholding organizational policies against sexual exploitation and abuse, including willingness to undergo rigorous background checks and controls.

Indus Hospital & Health Network is committed to providing a safe and respectful workplace. All candidates will be subject to thorough screening processes to ensure compliance with ethical standards and patient safety.