Selma Heita
Eenhana Ohangwena region ,Namibia
Summary
Dynamic Health Assistant with extensive experience at MoHSS, excelling in rapid testing and health education. Proven ability to enhance community engagement through effective communication and volunteer management. Committed to delivering compassionate patient support while coordinating seamless appointment scheduling, ensuring optimal healthcare delivery and fostering strong stakeholder relationships.
Compassionate Health Assistant known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specializes in patient care, medical documentation, and health education. Excels in communication, empathy, and time management to enhance patient support and clinical operations.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
2003
2003
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health Assistant/Community Counselor
MoHSS/CDC Potentia
Odibo Health center, Ohangwena rregion , Namibia
04.2017 - 09.2025
- Assisted healthcare professionals with patient intake and data collection.
- Supported health education initiatives by distributing informational materials.
- Facilitated communication between patients and medical staff during visits.
- Demonstrate proficiency in patient care,doing pre-test and post_test counseling, performing rapid test.
- Coordinated appointment scheduling for patients and healthcare providers.
- Educated patients about their diagnosis and provided emotional support when needed.
Health Assistant/Community Counselor
MoHSS/ IntraHealth Namibia
Omuthiya hospital oshikoto region , Namibia
08.2016 - 03.2017
- Assisted healthcare professionals with patient intake and data collection.
- Supported health education initiatives by distributing informational materials.
- Facilitated communication between patients and medical staff during visits.
- Coordinated appointment scheduling for patients and healthcare providers.
- Engaged in training sessions to improve knowledge of health protocols.
- Educated patients about their diagnosis and provided emotional support when needed.
Community Coordinator
DAPP/Tce
Eenhana Ohangwena region , Namibia
03.2006 - 08.2015
- Coordinated community outreach programs to enhance engagement and participation.
- Developed and implemented educational workshops for diverse community groups.
- Facilitated communication between stakeholders and community members effectively.
- Managed volunteer recruitment and training initiatives for community projects.
- Collaborated with local organizations to strengthen community partnerships.
Education
Certificate In Management And Leadership - Management And Leadership
Frontline Institute Zimbabwe
Harare Province, Zimbabwe 03.2010 - 08.2010
Eenhana Junior Secondary School
Windhoek, NamibiaSkills
- Rapid testing
- Appointment scheduling
- Health education
- Community outreach
- Stakeholder communication
- Volunteer management
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- First aid and CPR certified
Languages
English
First Language
Oshiwambo
Beginner (A1)
A1
Certification
- Grade 10 certificate 2001
- Rapid test certificate issued date August 2004 expiry date August 2026
- National CHBC certificate
- Peer Educator certificate
- Counseling certificate and Educator
Accomplishments
- I did not receive any award.
Affiliations
- Coordinate the schedule meeof teens club and youth club
- Familiar health education
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Health Assistant/Community Counselor
MoHSS/CDC Potentia
04.2017 - 09.2025
Health Assistant/Community Counselor
MoHSS/ IntraHealth Namibia
08.2016 - 03.2017
Certificate In Management And Leadership - Management And Leadership
Frontline Institute Zimbabwe
03.2010 - 08.2010
Community Coordinator
DAPP/Tce
03.2006 - 08.2015
Eenhana Junior Secondary School