17 Sep
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Ashray Foundation
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Korba
17 Sep
Ashray Foundation
Korba
Location: Korba , Chattisgarh
Vacancies: 1
Reporting-to: Project Coordinator
About Ashray Foundation
Ashray Foundation is dedicated to providing healthcare services and creating awareness in rural areas. We are committed to improving healthcare access and empowering communities through education, awareness, and medical care.
Position Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Medical Officer to lead clinical operations on our Mobile Medical Unit for TB screening. The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting patient consultations, clinical examinations, and TB symptom screening in community settings, organizing and leading health awareness camps on TB prevention and treatment, supervising diagnostic procedures and ensuring quality of screening processes,
maintaining accurate medical records and case documentation as per RNTCP guidelines,
and coordinating referrals for confirmed or presumptive TB cases to designated treatment centers. This role requires strong commitment to public health, community engagement skills, and the ability to work effectively in field-based mobile healthcare settings.
Key Responsibilities
● Conduct patient consultations and systematic TB symptom screening on the Mobile
Medical Unit; provide primary healthcare services and appropriate referrals
● Supervise diagnostic procedures, interpret test results from AI-based equipment, and determine clinical management for TB cases
● Organize and lead TB awareness camps and health education sessions in communities, focusing on early detection, treatment adherence, and stigma reduction
● Maintain comprehensive medical records and case documentation as per RNTCP guidelines; prepare monthly reports and case studies for Foundation submission
● Coordinate referrals of confirmed/presumptive TB cases to PHCs and district TB centers; ensure treatment linkage and follow-up
● Build community trust,
promote health-seeking behavior, and strengthen TB screening accessibility in underserved populations
● Ensure compliance with RNTCP protocols, infection control standards, and program quality benchmarks
● Handle all data entry and MIS related to the role.
Qualifications
● MBBS degree from a recognized medical institution
● Valid registration with the Medical Council of India (MCI) or respective State Medical
Council
● Minimum 1-2 years of clinical experience; experience in TB/RNTCP programs, rural healthcare, or public health initiatives strongly preferred
● Knowledge of RNTCP guidelines, TB diagnostics, and treatment protocols is an advantage
● Robust clinical and diagnostic skills with ability to conduct symptom-based TB screening
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● Excellent communication and community engagement abilities to work effectively with diverse populations
● Previous experience in mobile health units or community-based health programs desirable
● Willingness to travel extensively and work in field locations across project areas
Skills and Competencies
● Ability to work independently in field settings and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams including lab technicians, counselors, and community mobilizers
● Strong clinical judgment in TB case identification and appropriate referral decision-making
● Passion for community health with commitment to improving TB detection and treatment access in underserved populations
● Proficiency in maintaining medical records, digital health systems, and preparing case documentation
● Cultural sensitivity and ability to address stigma related to TB in community settings
● Organizational skills to manage mobile clinic operations, awareness camps, and coordination with health authorities
● Adaptability to work in resource-constrained environments with commitment to quality healthcare delivery
Pay: From ₹65,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
📌 Medical Officer (Korba)
🏢 Ashray Foundation
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