Description:
Main purpose of the job:To lead the implementation of the Gophelega programme within the specified local health areas in support of achievement of programme targets; and in quality improvement activities to ensure quality of care for HIV/TB clients (both children and adults) Location:
Wits RHI - Tshwane (Folang Clinic) Key performance areas:
Regularly monitor and track facility performance in relation to programme targets Monitor and review the implementation and progress of facility level implementation plans in conjunction with relevant stakeholders and the RHI team Regularly conduct facility and clinical audits to identify facility level gaps in programme implementation and clinical care Implement remedial plans to address identified gaps, together with the facility team Support the identification, implementation and monitoring of QI projects, taking into consideration the needs and priorities of the clinic Track changes made that lead to improved outcome measures at the facility level. Understand and align DOH mandates to project expectations Review challenges and achievements and escalate challenges timeously Report accurate data on activities conducted, according to data reporting requirements Compile and disseminate reports on facility implementation, according to agreed reporting requirements Examine and treat HIV infected patients in accordance with guidelines Treat opportunistic infections diagnosed Prescribe appropriate treatments Provide ART and prophylaxis according to DoH guidelines Identify and manage patients with ART failure and opportunistic infections Support counsellors to manage adherence issues in patients on ART Facilitate services such as down- and up-referrals Assist with development and implementation of SOPs that will improve operational efficiencies and patient management in the facility as the first point of contact for Gophelega activities at the facility level Provide comprehensive follow-up services for patients on treatment Register and follow up decanted patients in accordance with guidelines and SOPs Implement programme activities in HTS and non-clinical prevention such as testing for HIV in TB patients, FP and STI, condom distribution, male circumcision and pre- and post-treatment adherence Implement programme activities in PMTCT such as paediatric diagnosis, care and treatment, reproductive health including family planning, general adult HIV treatment and chronic care, HIV wellness programmes, Tuberculosis screening and care, Nurse-initiated and managed ART Identify gaps in clinical guideline implementation at the facility level and develop plans to address these Identify training needs of DoH/facility sta
14 Apr 2025;
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gumtree.co.za