Medical Officer

Job Description

BACKGROUND The Hans Foundation, established in 2009, is a Public Charitable Trust that that works for the improvement of quality of life for underprivileged communities across India through Health, Education, Livelihood and Disability sector interventions. THF undertakes direct implementation of projects on the ground in addition to providing funding support to not-for-profit organisations in India through its donor - RIST, USA. THF s Strategic planning focuses on key areas of its work with the aim of addressing the key issues of poverty alleviation, economic inequalities, and 360 impact on the quality of life through social development programs. THF s programs are majorly implemented in the most rural and under-developed areas in the country. Over the years, THF has expanded its charitable activities in collaboration with State and Central Governments, institutions, corporates, academia and non-government organizations for sustainable interventions to achieve scale and economy. The interventions implemented by the foundation range from grass root level to national level programs. PROJECT OVERVIEW: ITC CSR MMUs - Assam The Hans Foundation, in collaboration with ITC Limited has launched an innovative Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) project in the Kamrup District of Assam. This initiative is designed to extend much-needed healthcare services to underserved communities, tackling significant health issues that have been identified through comprehensive secondary research as well as our extensive hands-on experience in the region. The primary aim of the Mobile Medical Units (MMUs) is to dramatically improve healthcare access for the underserved rural populations residing in Rampur, Chaygaon, Bongaon, and Chayani Bardur within Kamrup District. These mobile units will deliver a wide array of essential medical services, focusing on preventative care and health education while directly addressing the prevalent health challenges faced by these communities. As a result of the MMU program, we anticipate fostering a healthier, more resilient population in Kamrup District. By bridging the gap in healthcare access and increasing health literacy, the MMUs are poised to engage with the community actively. This initiative will not only address immediate health concerns but also contribute to the long-term well-being and vitality of residents, empowering them to lead healthier lives and strengthening the overall fabric of the community. GENERAL Location of Job: Boko, Assam Annual Salary : Salary will commensurate with education, experience of the candidate and past salary drawn. No. of position: 3 1. JOB PURPOSE The Medical Officer will be responsible for medical check-ups of the serving community through Camp duties at MMU following the visit roster, treating and providing consultation to the patients and maintaining. The Medical Officer will analyze medical check-up data and conduct regular inspection of equipments, maintaining the inventory of medicine required at MMU. S/he ensure compliance of the requirements and protocols as per Govt Rules. S/he will present the data to management and make suitable action plan. 2. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Conduct MMU camp duties as per visit roster and perform medical check-ups of the serving community. Supervise and ensures the availability of inventory and supplies of drugs, reagents and equipment as required at MMU. Conduct home visits for elderly/ severely sick patients and persons with disabilities. Collaborate with other specialists and health facilities for timely, right referral of required cases. Analyse medical check-up data of the patients and provide counselling sessions as required. Management of the team and their capacity building. Ensuring optimum utilisation of available resources of the MMU. Maintain the confidentiality of the patient data and adhere the IPHS/IMC protocols for the treatment. Adhere and ensure implementation & enforcement of Protocol/Quality systems. Ensure that documents like OPD, medicines and reagents consumption, patients cards etc. are updated and maintained regularly. Inspect the requisition and viability of medical equipment & instrument at the MMU. Create awareness on health topics by participating in campaigns organized through MMU. Share the success stories/anecdotes from the field. Prepare trends of communicable and non-communicable diseases. Attend the periodic review meeting organized by THF team. Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the THF management. 3. Reporting to : Project Manager/ Project Coordinator 4. Other Indicative Requirements Educational Qualifications: MBBS Functional / Technical Skills and Relevant Experience & Other requirements (Behavioural, Language, Certifications etc.) Minimum of 0-3 years of experience in public health programs with good team management skills. Candidate must have good communication skills in Hindi. Should be registered with Punjab Medical Council.