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Monday, January 10, 2011

h1n1 vaccine recall | h1n1 vaccine

h1n1 vaccine recall

The recent August 2010 salmonella outbreak in shell eggs for food consumption and subsequent recall has most assisted living residents worried about getting this year's flu shot. Assisted living residents and seniors around the country are among those recommended for a flu shot every fall. The immune system of a senior citizen is usually fragile and needs the flu shot to stay healthy all winter. But was has gotten assisted living residents concerned is the fact that the flu vaccine is partially made from eggs and there was a recent salmonella outbreak. Seniors are afraid that the flu vaccine will give them salmonella poisoning. The salmonella outbreak in shell eggs has been linked to 1470 illnesses in the country. The salmonella outbreak prompted a nationwide recall of more than 550 million eggs.

But assisted living residents can rest easy because The Food and Drug Administration and vaccine manufacturers confirm that salmonella and the flu vaccine are completely unrelated. Though the flu vaccine is manufactured by growing virus in chicken eggs, the eggs used to make flu vaccine come from different farms than those sold to consumers as food. Considered an important part of the government's arsenal against flu pandemic, they are also tested vigorously for pathogens, officials say. Another difference is that eggs used for creating flu vaccines are fertilized, while those sold for consumption are not. A "seed virus" is injected into the egg which grows in the egg white and is later harvested for use in the vaccine.

Sanofi Aventis, the largest supplier of flu vaccines in the US, has its own supplier of eggs. "The companies that supply our eggs are exclusive to us and follow much higher levels of biosecurity than companies that supply table eggs," says Donna Cary, a Sanofi Aventis spokeswoman. "The network of farms which supply our eggs are inspected by us and continuously meet rigid guidelines under which the chickens & eggs are monitored for any illness." Steps in the vaccine manufacturing process remove salmonella or other bacteria present. Sanofi Aventis and the FDA test every lot of vaccine before its release. One of the tests is for sterility, to ensure the product is free from bacterial contamination. This is good news for assisted living residents who can safely take their yearly flu vaccine without worrying. Flu vaccines are one of the contributing factors that have helped residents maintain their healthy lifestyle and sustain from seasonal illnesses. Assisted living facilities will notify their residents before Fall when the flu vaccines are available. All precautionary measures are taken around the facility to make sure residents do not fall sick during the winter season.

Vaccines for the 2010-2011 seasonal influenza contain the following strains:

A/California/7/09 (H1N1), like the pandemic 2009 virus H1N1

A/Perth /16/2009 (H3N2)

B/Brisbane/60/2008

Flu season generally doesn't start until around October, but all of the major providers, Novartis, GlaxoSmithKline, Sanofi Aventis's Sanofi Pasteur and AstraZeneca's MedImmune have already started shipping vaccines to distributors. Different brands and types of vaccines are approved for different age groups. The FDA has released a complete list of this year's approved vaccines. Seniors should consult their assisted living facility to find out which flu vaccine will be ideal for their health conditions.

Sunday, January 9, 2011

Jobs for Doctors, Nurses, Senior Medical Coder, Lab Staff, Manager Internal Audit at Indus Hospital Hospital, Karachi

Job Description:

The Indus hospital a state-of-the-art, multidisciplinary, not-for-profit, 150 bedded, philanthropic hospital is currently seeking applications for:

Manager Internal Audit: CA/ACMA or equivalent with at least 3 years auditing experience in a large health care setting in similar capacity and must be computer literate and abreast with latest auditing and accounting concepts and trends.

Manager, Nursing: BScN plus MBA preferably MScN with at least 3 years of post BScN experience in a similar capacity.

Medical officers (ER, Filter Clinic, Wards, ICU, Peads):

MBBS with at least 1 years post house job experience in the relevant field.

Infection control Nurse: Diploma in nursing preferably BScN with at least 2 years of experience in infection control in a reputable health care institution:

Senior Coder (Medical Records): masters in biological sciences preferably physiology with at least 2 years experience of medical record coding.

Lab Staff: M.Sc. /B.Sc. (Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Genetics) / Inter Science. Those who have recently completed their studies may apply although experience is not mandatory but desirable.

At times, organization decisions can affect the hiring speed of the position you applied for. So you need to remain positive and wait patiently for their decision. If you are shortlisted, the employer will update your application status at www.jobsnama.com, or contact you directly to arrange for an interview. Therefore, check your email regularly and make sure your contact details are up-to-date.

To Apply:

Interested candidates may forward their applications latest by January 14, 2011 at jobs@indushopital.org.pk or Human Resource Department: the Indus Hospital, Korangi Crossing, Karachi

Job for Manager Healthcare-IT & Coordinator Healthcare-IT at Agha Khan University, Karachi

Job Description:

Aga Khan University (AKU) invites applications for the following positions:

MANAGER HEALTH CATE-IT ( IN RADIOLOGY)

The incumbent will assist in budget and strategic decision making for the implementation of health care IT systems; support operational and tactical aspects of the Rediology-IT project and supervise telemedicine in accordance with relevant technology standards such as relevant technology standards such as DICOM , HL7 and IHE. He/ she is also expected to contribute towards the improvement of the quality of health care in radiology department by practicing the concepts of Electronic Health Records (HER) imaging informatics and emerging health-IT standards. The candidate should hold a Masters degree in computer sciences or equivalent with 8-10 years of experience in health care –IT and should be well –acquainted with clinical softwares. Good knowledge of radiology workflows with imaging modalities will be considered as an added advantage.

COORDINATOR, HEALTH CARE –IT ( IN RADIOLGY)

The candidate will assist in problem analysis and support for Radiology information system (RIS) , along with maintaining strong liaison with doctors, staff, biomedical engineers vendors and IT engineers, especially during activities regarding imaging modalities integration. He/ she will also be responsible for supporting remote radiology consultation using information communication Technology (ICT) and will be expected to actively participate in quality improvement activities. The candidate should hold a diploma or a bachelors degree in computer sciences or equivalent, with 3-5 years of experience in health care-IT knowledge of web development and health informatics will be considered as an added advantage.

For further details and application process, please visit www.aku.edu

Careers at AKU-opportunity to Make a Difference!

Job for Oracle Developer, Karachi

Job Description:

A large industrial Export oriented group of companies is seeking

ORACLE DEVELOPER

Job Description: will experienced in procedures / functions/ triggers with extensive use of oracle well versed in system analysis and system technical documentation. Proficiency in oracle Forms 6i or higher and oracle Reports should have sound database designing and normalization concepts should able to understand and resolved end-users problems Good Communication Skills.

Skills Required: Degree in computer science from HEC recognized / foreign institution , Hands on experience of VB and dot net applications, 3-4 years hands-on experience in developing applications using oracle and 6i Reports 6i., OCP certification in Developer Track is a plus advantage, Should have complete knowledge of system Development life Cycle

Attractive package will be offered.

Send detailed CV with current and expected salary to

P.O. Box No: 5218, Karachi with in seven days.

Job for Product Manager at Meat One, Karachi

Job Description:

Meat One is a fast growing fresh food company located in Karachi, Pakistan.

Applications are invited to join us in the following positions:

PRODUCT MANAGER

Responsibilities:

* Plan and execute product lifecycle, including: gathering, prioritizing product and customer requirements; working closely with marketing and operations to ensure all goals are met.
* Define individual product strategy and roadmap; estimate product cost and pricing to meet revenue and profitability goals.
* Understand brand, market and price positioning; liaise with food experts and develop business case for existing and new products.

Qualifications & Experience

* An MBA from a reputable institute with at least 5 years' experience in the FMCG / Food industry (Fresh / Frozen).
* Strong analytical and communication skills with demonstrable success at defining and launching excellent products and the ability to multitask.

Please email your CV to

Productmanager.careers@meatone.net

Website: www.meatone.net

Job for HR Manager at Meat One, Karachi

Job Description:

Meat One is a fast growing fresh food company located in Karachi, Pakistan.

Applications are invited to join us in the following positions:

HR MANAGER

Responsibilities

* Identify staff vacancies, interview and recruit applicants; design, implement and administer compensation, benefits and performance management systems.
* Plan, organize, direct, coordinate personnel orientation and training analyze and modify compensation and benefits policies and ensure compliance with legal requirements.
* Serve as a link between management and employees by handling questions, interpreting and administering contracts and helping resolve work-related problems.
* Prepare personnel requirement forecasts and budgets for personnel operations.

Qualifications & Experience

* Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration or equivalent with 2 years' experience at a reputable organization.
* Proficiency in HR matters and regulation; strong interpersonal and communication skills; and knowledge of ISO 9001 :2008 preferable.

To Apply:

Please send your CVs to

Hr.careers@meatone.net

Website: www.meatone.net

Job for Management Trainees at Meat One, Karachi

Job Description:

Meat One is a fast growing fresh food company located in Karachi, Pakistan.

Applications are invited to join us in the following positions:

MANAGEMENT TRAINEES

We are also seeking Management Trainees, who are interested in working in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

* Receive training in functional departments such as Finance, Customer Services, Sales, Operations and Marketing. Observe experienced workers and acquire knowledge of methods, procedures and standards required for performance of departmental duties.

Qualifications & Requirements

* MBA from a reputable institute. Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply. Position requires proficiency in Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint.
* Strong written, verbal, analytical and presentation skills with ability to interact effectively with all staff.

To Apply:

Please send your CVs to

Mt.careers@meatone.net

Website: www.meatone.net

Job for Management Trainees at Atlas Honda, Karachi

Job Description:

Atlas Honda Limited is a Joint Venture Company between Atlas Group & Honda Motor Co. Ltd., Japan. The Company is at the cutting edge of technology in the vast field of auto engineering and is the largest motorcycle manufacturer in Pakistan.

We are committed to attract, retain and invest in the best talent. To meet our expansion and growth requirements, following positions need to be field:

Management Trainees

B.E. Mechanical/Mechatronics/Automotive/Electronics/Electrical from an accredited university having 1-2 years of experience in Production and Quality Assurance in a multinational or a comparable national manufacturing concern.

MBA Marketing from an accredited university having 1-2 years of experience in Sales and Marketing Research in a multinational or a comparable national manufacturing concern.

ACMA from the recognized institutes having 1-2 years of experience in Costing and Finance related matters in a multinational or a comparable national manufacturing concern.

Executives

Graduate having 2-3 years experience in Administration, safety, security and environment in a multinational or comparable national manufacturing concern.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We value and reward initiative, ethics & performance by offering competitive salaries, career development opportunities and competitive benefits. Send your resume with a cover letter and passport size photograph, mentioning the position you are seeking latest by January 15, 2011. Computer literacy is prerequisite for the above positions.

Only short-listed candidates will be called for a written test.

To Apply:

Atlas Honda

Manager Human Resource

Atlas Honda Limited

F-36, Estate Avenue,

S.I.T.E., Karachi

careers@atlashonda.com.pk

Your Job Search Should be More Than Just a New Year’s Resolution

I love the beginning of a new year, it is a great chance to refocus and either re-evaluate goals you are working to or even set new ones. I don't have any statistics to measure this but I am sure that one of the more popular new year's resolutions in the general workforce is to either get a new job or work to further develop one's career. I think this is a good idea, in today's competitive work force people should have a plan of what they want to do, what role they are after and how to get there.
One common mistake I think many people make though is that a career plan shouldn't be a once a year thought.
When people finish with the holiday season with their new year's resolution to find a new job fresh in their mind, you can see the enthusiasm and motivation a person has to make something happen. Emails are sent, calls are made, applications are made, networking is happening, etc….. Finding the right role that you are after however can be difficult, while it would be great if that dream role was available just at the time you happened to be looking for it - in reality this is not always the case.
Job Seekers need to keep reminding themselves that while sometimes that dream job they are after is available at the same time they are looking, that also a Job search can be a difficult and long process. Many people who set out with the best of intentions in January to find a new job can soon lose interest in a job search if they do not immediately find a role. Just like the Christmas decorations are put away and the photos from New Year's are stored away - a Job Seeker's motivation may slowly decrease until that person finds themselves 12 months later in the same situation in same role and looking for that new opportunity again.
Rather than just "going for it" and looking for a role in the month of January, a person's job search or career plan should be an ongoing activity and thought process that is constantly updated and evaluated over the course of the year.
It can be hard to stay motivated over an extended period of time, especially when you are newly motivated and ready for that new role and the results are not immediate. Rather than letting your job search fall down the priority list and into the "too hard basket" a few ideas that may keep your enthusiasm fresh

Update your resume every 6 months, even if you are not looking for a job - it is easy to forget what you have accomplished if you don't keep your details updated. Also it is good to be prepared and have a resume ready to go in case you do get an unexpected phone call for that 'dream job' you have been hoping for.
Work out what you want out of your next role before you begin your job search - rather than aimlessly searching job ads or talking to people - think of the organisations or type of role you would like before you search. If you know what you are looking for it will be much easier to work out how to get there than if you do not know what you want.
Don't expect immediate results once you decide to look for another job, things don't always fall into place. Timing and delivery can be important pieces of being selected for a role, companies don't hire every role in January.
Have an open mind - people you meet or talk to may not result in immediate results for your job search but every connection may help you get a bit closer to what you are after

. These actions will not guarantee a positive result, but in today's competitive work force every little of extra preparation and planning helps. All the best for 2011 and I hope your career plan whatever it may be is a success.