Senior Staff Nurse - Health Screening

Sunway Medical Centre Ipoh; Ipoh; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Perak is seeking a qualified nurse to join their health screening team. Responsibilities include conducting various health screenings, supervising junior staff, and ensuring compliance with medical standards. Candidates should possess a Diploma/Degree in Nursing and have at least 5-8 years of relevant experience. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential, and fluency in Chinese and Cantonese will be advantageous. This role offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in patient care and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–8 years of nursing experience, preferably in health screening or outpatient settings.
• Proven ability to supervise and mentor staff effectively.
• Ability to communicate in Chinese and Cantonese considered an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Perform health screenings and ensure efficient workflow.
• Oversee appointment schedules and manage corporate screenings.
• Ensure compliance with health standards and regulations.

Skills

Phlebotomy

ECG

Strong communication skills

Leadership abilities

Customer service skills

Education

Diploma/Degree in Nursing

Job description

Perform health screening procedures such as:

• Vital signs assessment
• ECG
• Audiometry
• Phlebotomy (blood taking)
• Height/weight/BMI/body composition analysis

Assist doctors during clinical examinations and counselling sessions.

Maintain strict compliance with infection control and patient safety standards (MSQH/JCI standards).

2. Operational Management

Oversee daily workflow of the health screening centre to ensure efficiency and minimal waiting time.

Monitor appointment schedules and manage high-volume corporate screenings.

Ensure timely reporting and release of medical check-up results.

Supervise, coach, and mentor junior nurses, health screening assistants, or new staff.

Assign duties and manage staff roster within the HS department.

Act as the shift/team leader and point-of-contact during operations.

4. Quality Assurance & Compliance

Ensure all procedures comply with hospital SOPs, MSQH/JCI standards, and regulatory requirements.

Check equipment calibration and functionality (ECG machines, audiometer, spirometer, etc.).

5. Customer Service & Client Relations

Provide professional and courteous service to walk-in clients, corporate clients and etc.

Handle patient enquiries, explain screening procedures, clarify and promote health screening packages to the patients.

Manage difficult customers professionally and elevate issues when necessary.

Ensure privacy, confidentiality, and comfort during the entire screening process.

6. Administrative & Coordination Duties

Prepare medical documents, reports, and referrals to specialists when required.

Ensure accurate data entry and timely submission of patients reports.

Liaise with doctors, radiology, laboratory, and other departments to ensure smooth workflow.

Key Requirements

Diploma/Degree in Nursing with valid APC (Annual Practising Certificate).

Minimum 5–8 years of nursing experience (health screening or outpatient preferred).

Strong skills and able to perform phlebotomy, ECG, and basic health screening tests.

Good communication, leadership, and customer service skills.

Ability to lead a team and handle high-volume screening activities.

Ability to communicate in Chinese and Cantonese will be a huge advantage.

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