AKHS, P is looking for a seasoned and dynamic Lady Health Visitor/ Midwife for its Karachi Region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide counseling and health education to mothers, pregnant women, and families regarding topics like prenatal care, breastfeeding, nutrition, and hygiene.
• Educate families on proper child-rearing practices, vaccinations, and the importance of healthy living.
• Conduct routine health check-ups for pregnant women, newborns, and young children.
• Monitor growth and development in children, assess immunization status, and refer them for vaccinations.
• Identify early signs of illness, malnutrition, or developmental delays and refer individuals to appropriate healthcare facilities when necessary.
• Carry out home visits to monitor the health and well-being of mothers and children, ensuring they have access to medical care, adequate nutrition, and a safe living environment.
• Provide advice on birth control, hygiene practices, and disease prevention.
• Offer emotional and psychological support to mothers, especially those with postpartum issues or mental health challenges.
• Help manage family health problems by giving practical advice and connecting families with healthcare resources.
• Actively engage with communities to raise awareness about maternal and child health issues.
• Organize and conduct workshops, awareness campaigns, and health talks in the community
• Maintain accurate records of patient visits, health conditions, and interventions.
• Prepare reports on the health status of individuals and families, highlighting areas that need attention or improvement.
• Responsible to maintain Nursing documentation and implement nursing SOPs in nursing care
• Provide healthcare services during morning or evening shifts to cater to mothers and families who may be unable to access services during regular daytime hours.

Education, Experience & Competencies:

• LHV/Family Planning Diploma/Midwife diploma having valid PNC License
• 1 year experience will be required, previous experience in a healthcare or community setting, particularly working with mothers and children, is preferred
• Always demonstrate polite as well as courteous behavior, and positive attitude to those in authority
• Ability to give oral instructions / information to the patients
• Must have problem solving skills
• I/V Cannulation & Medication Administration
• Understand Infection Control & Nursing Protocol
• Knowledge of Lactation Management

AKHS is committed to reducing our impact on climate and the environment and have set ourselves the goal of striving for net-zero carbon operations by 2030. All staff are expected to take part in making this a reality. The Lady Health Visitor/Midwife accompanied with his/her Line Manager is also expected to identify and understand which aspects of his/her work have most impact on the environment, and define tasks, work, and personal goals within his/her work plan to reduce these impacts and bring AKHS closer to net zero.