PDX Data Assistant

  • Job Type: Contract
  • Qualification: BA/BSc/HND/OND
  • Experience: 1 year
  • Location: Adamawa, Borno, Gombe, Plateau and Yobe State

Job Reference Number: LTR (PMU)/_2025/PDX/001

Reports to: State Technical Officer and Lead Radiographer

Job Summary:

The PDX Data Assistant will be responsible for accurate data entry, documentation, and maintaining of screening records for the Portable Digital X-ray (PDX) Unit during Active Case Finding (ACF) outreach programs in the community. The PDX Data Assistant will also support the lead radiographer and community-based organizations to implement active TB case finding measures in the community using the portable digital Xray's. The role requires meticulous record-keeping, timely reporting, and coordination with healthcare and field teams to ensure seamless data flow for TB screening and diagnosis.

Key Responsibilities:

Data Management & Entry

  • Accurately enter patient and screening data into designated paper and electronic databases (screening register, presumptive register, CAD4TB, QTrack, DHIS, or other specified platforms).
  • Ensure timely and complete documentation of all TB screening activities during outreach programs.
  • Maintain a tracking system for screened individuals, presumed TB cases, and referrals for further diagnostic testing.
  • Verify the quality and accuracy of data entered, ensuring consistency with source documents.
  • Ensure in the documentation and submission of electronic presumptive register (EPR)

Coordination & Reporting

  • Work closely with radiographers, CBOs, and community health workers to ensure proper documentation of patient details.
  • Support the monitoring and evaluation (M&E) team by generating daily, weekly, and monthly reports on outreach screening activities.
  • Ensure confidentiality of patient data in compliance with ethical and regulatory standards.
  • Assist in reviewing data for completeness and address any discrepancies in collaboration with the field team.

Technical Support & System Maintenance

  • Assist in troubleshooting basic technical issues related to data entry platforms.
  • Ensure all electronic devices (tablets, laptops, or data entry tools) used for data collection are functioning correctly.
  • Support in the integration and synchronization of data with the central database.
  • Assist the radiographer in the movement and setting up of the PDX unit.

Qualifications & Skills:

  • At least 1 year experience in data entry or health records management, preferably in TB, HIV, or public health programs.
  • Proficiency in data management software (Excel, DHIS2, Open MRS, etc.).
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
  • Good communication and teamwork skills for effective collaboration with outreach teams.
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage large volumes of data in dynamic field settings.
  • Proficiency in statistical analysis and use of a computer.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, approachable and good listener.
  • Exhibits a high level of accuracy in work, and ability to analyse complex sets of relationships and situations.
  • Excellent written and verbal English language Ability.
  • Must be self-starter with the ability to work in a team, dynamic, solid, and open.
  • Must be flexible with organizational awareness and understanding of cultural differences.
  • Have a high sense of integrity and transparency.
  • Ability to manage official information in a confidential manner.
  • Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure to meet deadlines.

Preferred Experience:

  • Experience in TB screening programs, mobile health units, or active case-finding initiatives.
  • Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) and reporting tools used in TB programs.
  • Knowledge of data confidentiality policies in healthcare programs.

Method of Application:

Interested and qualified candidates should Submit their “Cover Letter and CV in single file, saved with your name and job title” in Word format to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

The subject of your mail should be “LTR (PMU)/_2025/PDX/001-STATE”.

  • E.g - Applicants for the position for Gombe state should use “LTR (PMU)/_2025/PDX/001-GOMBE STATE”.
  • Applicants for the position for Yobe state should use “LTR (PMU)/_2025/PDX/001-YOBE STATE”.

Please note that candidates with the wrong subject in their email stand a chance of being disqualified.

Deadline for application:

Sunday, 23rd February 2025.