Ayurvedic Doctors with Mental Health Specialization

Job Title: Ayurvedic Physician with Mental Health Specialization

Location:

About Vitals7:

Position Overview:

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Practice:

• Conduct telehealth consultations using Ayurvedic diagnostic methods, including psychological assessments.
  
• Perform evaluations focusing on mental constitution (Manasa Prakriti) and mental imbalances (Vikriti).
  
• Develop personalized treatment plans, integrating Ayurvedic approaches with modern mental health practices.
  
• Prescribe Ayurvedic formulations like Medhya Rasayanas and adjust them based on patient needs.
  
• Implement Ayurvedic psychotherapy techniques (Sattvavajaya Chikitsa) during consultations.
  
• Track patient progress through digital health tools and adapt treatment plans accordingly.
  

Collaborative Care:

• Collaborate with conventional mental health professionals, providing Ayurvedic perspectives in case discussions.
  
• Identify patients requiring conventional psychiatric care and facilitate referrals.
  
• Educate patients and caregivers on Ayurvedic concepts of mental health and well-being.
  

Knowledge Development & Sharing:

• Develop evidence-based content on Ayurvedic approaches to mental health for the Vitals7 platform.
  
• Participate in research and share successful case studies that highlight Ayurvedic treatments.
  
• Conduct webinars and workshops for patients and healthcare providers.
  

Platform Engagement:

• Master the Vitals7 platform for seamless telehealth consultations.
  
• Use digital tools to monitor mental health parameters and engage with patient forums.
  
• Contribute to platform improvements based on feedback and clinical insights.
  

Qualifications & Requirements:

Educational Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) from a recognized university.
  
• MD/MS in Ayurveda, specializing in mental health (preferred).
  
• Registration with Central Council of Indian Medicine (CCIM) or equivalent.
  

Experience:

• Minimum 3-5 years of clinical experience in Ayurvedic practice, with at least 2 years specializing in mental health.
  
• Experience in telehealth or digital health delivery (highly preferred).
  
• Expertise in treating conditions like anxiety, depression, stress disorders, and sleep disturbances.
  

Core Knowledge Areas:

• Strong understanding of Ayurvedic psychology (Manovigyan) and mental health disorders.
  
• Proficiency in Ayurvedic diagnostics and treatment plans for mental health conditions.
  
• Familiarity with modern psychiatric classifications (DSM-5/ICD-11) and their Ayurvedic counterparts.
  

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in using telehealth platforms and digital monitoring tools.
  
• Ability to create personalized treatment plans and teach Ayurvedic techniques like meditation and Pranayama remotely.
  

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication skills for effective telehealth consultations.
  
• Deep empathy and compassion for patients dealing with mental health challenges.
  
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
  

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
  
• Performance-based incentives and continuing education allowances.
  
• Flexible working hours with remote work opportunities.
  
• Access to Vitals7 health and wellness programs.
  

How to Apply:

Submit the following to be considered for this position:

1. Detailed CV
   
2. Cover letter explaining interest in integrative Ayurvedic approaches to mental health.
   
3. Copies of educational certificates and professional registrations.
   
4. Anonymized mental health case studies.
   
5. Two professional references.
   

Vitals7 is an equal opportunity employer.

Key Skills and Qualifications:

Skills:

• Ayurvedic Diagnostic Expertise:

  Proficiency in traditional Ayurvedic methods, including psychological assessments and evaluations of mental constitution (Manasa Prakriti) and imbalances (Vikriti).

• Mental Health Treatment:

  Experience in prescribing Ayurvedic formulations such as Medhya Rasayanas and using Ayurvedic psychotherapy (Sattvavajaya Chikitsa) techniques.

• Telehealth Proficiency:

  Ability to conduct effective virtual consultations using telehealth platforms and digital health tools.

• Collaborative Care:

  Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams, including conventional mental health professionals, and provide integrated care.

• Patient Education:

  Expertise in educating patients and caregivers about Ayurvedic mental health approaches and self-care strategies.

• Research and Content Development:

  Skills in creating evidence-based content, conducting research, and developing case studies for the Vitals7 platform.

• Communication Skills:

  Strong verbal communication for effective telehealth consultations and patient interactions.

• Digital Health Tools:

  Competence in using digital monitoring tools to track mental health parameters and adjust treatment plans.

Qualifications:

• Educational Requirements:

  Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS); MD/MS in Ayurveda (with a focus on mental health) preferred.

• Experience:

  Minimum of 3-5 years of clinical Ayurvedic practice, with at least 2 years focused on mental health conditions.

• Licensing:

  Registration with the Central Council of Indian Medicine (CCIM) or equivalent.

• Specialization:

  Expertise in Ayurvedic psychology (Manovigyan) and mental health disorders, with knowledge of modern psychiatric classifications (DSM-5/ICD-11) and their Ayurvedic counterparts.

• Preferred Background:

  Experience in telehealth or digital health delivery, and working in an integrative healthcare setting alongside conventional mental health professionals.