Doctor - Mobile Health Unit

About the Project

Bal Raksha Bharat (BRB), under the CSR grant of SHAHI Exports Pvt. Ltd., is launching the, Swastha –Byadagi, A Mobile Health Unit-Project at Byadagi, Haveri dist., Karnataka state, aimed at providing essential doorstep primary health services to rural communities in The Byadagi, Haveri dist., Karnataka state. Project will also promote the health seeking behavior, Better knowledge on food and Nutrients, promoting the front line worker’s knowledge by enhancing their communication skills and capacitating all of them on the sub “The 1000 days Window of opportunity. with key initiatives such as mobile health units, IEC materials, and providing the basic necessary medicines at the fee of cost.

Role Purpose

The Doctor will be responsible for providing primary healthcare services to rural communities in the selected Villages of Byadagi Taluk, Haveri district in Karnataka ensuring quality medical care and improved health outcomes.

• Conduct OPD consultations and diagnose/treat common illnesses.

• Provide medical care for children, pregnant & lactating women, and adults.

• Lead and participate in specialist health camps.

• Identify and refer critical cases (e.g., severe malnutrition, pregnancy complications, critical illnesses) to appropriate healthcare facilities.

• Work closely with ASHAs, ANMs, and AWWs and local NGOs/CBOs and key decision makers to ensure effective patient referrals.

• Conduct nutrition and health education sessions to promote preventive healthcare.

• Maintain medical records and document patient progress for reporting and evaluation.

This role aims to enhance community health access, reduce morbidity, and promote preventive healthcare practices in underserved areas.

Key Deliverables

• Conduct regular OPD consultations, diagnose, and treat common illnesses.

• Provide comprehensive medical care for children, pregnant & lactating women, and adults.

• Lead and participate in specialist health camps to enhance healthcare access.

• Identify and refer critical cases (e.g., severe malnutrition, pregnancy complications, critical illnesses) to appropriate healthcare facilities.

• Collaborate with ASHAs, ANMs, and AWWs, BRB staff and Local NGO/CBO, Local decision makers to facilitate timely and effective patient referrals.

• Conduct nutrition and health education sessions to promote preventive healthcare practices.

• Maintain accurate medical records and document patient progress for evaluation and reporting.

• Prepare medicine indents to ensure timely availability of essential drugs.

• Verify medicine stocks regularly to maintain quality and prevent shortages.

Qualification & Experience

• A Registered Medical Practitioner (MBBS/MD/BAMS/BHMS) with Medical Council of India / National Medical Commission / State Medical Council.

• Networking with other Medical fraternity able to Deploy Doctors during the special health camps with relevant experience in Gynecology / Pediatrics / Dermatology / General Medicine / BDS / Orthopedics on need basis and requirement at the project intervention areas in consultation with Project team.

Key Competencies

• Medical Expertise & Clinical Decision-Making – Strong knowledge of diagnostics, treatment, and patient care.

• Emergency Care & Referrals – Ability to manage urgent cases and refer patients to higher healthcare facilities when needed.

• Community Health & Preventive Care – Skilled in conducting health education sessions and promoting awareness.

• Collaboration & Coordination – Effective teamwork with ASHAs, ANMs, AWWs, and other healthcare providers.

• Medical Documentation & Inventory Management – Proficient in maintaining patient records and managing medicines.

• Take care of any other responsibilities as per the timely requirements by the project.