Job Summary

The data entry assistant is responsible for assisting the coordinator, manager and officer in the entry and continued management of patient data into internet-based or paper based) reporting systems for the Samaritan’s Purse West Guji Project.

Key Responsibilities

1. Enter new patient data into reporting system and make periodic amendments to track ongoing care and document discharge and follow-up information.
2. Update patient charts (online or on paper) periodically to maintain updated information on patients.
3. Perform other tasks related to documenting patient care as called upon to do by the staff.

Skills Required

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Attention to detail, anticipation and follow up are core values of the job function.
• Possesses strong organizational and problem solving skills.
• Must be a self-starter and internally driven to success and hard work.
• Possesses strong cross-cultural communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Must be a humble team player.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable.
• Willingness to travel in and out of the field.
• Must have analytical and report writing skills.
• High level of integrity and stewardship
• Committed to the SP values and ethics
• Be able to type efficiently and work on electronic devices for long periods of time.
• Thorough familiarity and knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and data input programs.

Education / Experience Required

• Training preferably in computer science or information technology.
• Work experience in data entry, computer programming and/or information technology preferred.

Language

• Local Language
• English is an advantage

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral diagram, or schedule form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical demands will be dependent upon situation and event.

 WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

o   Travelling

o   Work in a security context that is fluid