Data Entry Operator Role

Main Purpose


Carry out all activities related to entry of medical data into the mission database, according to MSF protocols and maintain confidentiality, in order to have reliable and up-to-date information.


Job Description


Enter medical data (e.g. patient data, dates of visit, content of prescription, viral load, etc.) in the mission's database on a regular basis and according to MSF protocols.
Participate in the compilation of data from both MSF structures and from collaborating health facilities.
Participate in the search for missing data.
Update files of existing patients and make any corrections needed.
Make regular back-ups of all data processed.
Look after all equipment provided and keep the recording area clean and tidy, giving special importance to all patient files.
Report any issue concerning data management to the superior.
Elaborate statistical reports when required by the medical team.
Ensure, promote and maintain confidentiality regarding all information registered.
Provide training to staff as necessary to ensure proper data collection and registration is complete.
Maintain medical confidentiality.
Entering the emergency room, ICU and Pediatric IPD patient records into PRAXIS on a daily/Weekly basis.
Capturing/line listing of diseases under surveillance (Measles, Cholera, Meningitis, Suspected VHF), on a regular basis as they present to the health facility.
Assist the Registrar in locating missing patient folders.
Archiving of exit patient folders accordingly in the medical office and subsequent movement to the main archive room in the guest house biweekly/monthly.
Supports the compilation of weekly/monthly project medical data reporting.
Flexibility - can cover for Registrar when an urgent need arises.


Requirements

Education 


National Diploma (ND) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Health Information Management.


Experience 


At least one year of experience in Data Entry and previous experience in other NGO’s


Languages 


Fluent English (oral and written English), Hausa, and Kanuri are Essential


Knowledge


Able to learn and use software used for recording (i.e., Praxis, DHIS2, etc.)
Essential computer literacy (Word, Excel)


Competencies 


Results, teamwork, commitment, flexibility, service, and Stress Management.


Remuneration



According to the MSF salary scale, plus 13th month allowance equivalent to 1 month of gross salary.




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