Medical Consultant Job at Centre for Chronic Disease Control
Are you passionate about making a difference in the field of chronic disease management? The Centre for Chronic Disease Control (CCDC) is seeking a skilled Medical Consultant to join their innovative DigiCare Project in Solan, Himachal Pradesh. With a focus on enhancing the screening and management of non-communicable diseases, this role offers a unique opportunity to work on a national health research priority initiative. If you have a background in MBBS, BVSc, or BDS and are eager to contribute to impactful healthcare solutions, consider applying for this exciting Medical Consultant Job.
About Centre for Chronic Disease Control:
The Centre for Chronic Disease Control (CCDC) is a not-for-profit research organization dedicated to knowledge generation and translation for the prevention and control of chronic diseases in developing countries. Recognized as a Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (SIRO) by the Government of India, CCDC also serves as a WHO Collaborating Centre for Surveillance and Capacity Building in cardio-metabolic diseases. The organization is committed to improving healthcare access through innovative projects like the DigiCare initiative.
Job Details:
- Job Title: Junior Consultant
- Number of Positions: One (1)
- Location: Solan, Himachal Pradesh
Project Brief:
The DigiCare Project is a National Health Research Priority Initiative aimed at enhancing the screening and management of non-communicable diseases (NCDs). This project will implement a digital health system model to promote the effective use of existing digital health interventions under the National Program for Non-Communicable Diseases (NP-NCD). The project will be executed in a three-phase approach, focusing on strengthening digital infrastructure and improving healthcare providers’ digital competence.
Medical Consultant Job Description:
The Junior Consultant will play a vital role in the execution and monitoring of the DigiCare Project. This position demands a responsible individual with strong managerial skills and technical expertise. The successful candidate will collaborate with team members, ensuring effective program implementation and data quality.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and oversee on-ground program implementation activities in collaboration with other team members.
- Conduct field visits to project sites as required to support data collection and program execution.
- Lead the development of training resource materials and conduct training programs for the project’s technical support staff.
- Plan, coordinate, and assist in conducting on-site data collection and ensure overall data quality in the Medical Consultant Job.
- Coordinate all on-field program implementation activities at the Centre for Chronic Disease Control.
- Plan, organize, and manage all program meetings and workshops in this Government Medical Consultant Job.
- Report on a day-to-day basis to the Program Lead regarding the project and seek timely advice whenever necessary.
- Perform any other tasks assigned by the Supervisor/Project Investigators.
Eligibility Criteria for the Medical Consultant Job:
Essential:
- MBBS / BVSc / BDS with three years’ post-qualification experience.
- MBBS / BVSc / BDS + Post Graduate Degree (MD/MVSc. / MDS/MPH) or any equivalent degree, including integrated PG degrees.
- MBBS/BVSc/BDS with PhD.
- Experience in fieldwork and data collection.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Willingness to travel to the project sites as needed.
- Proficiency in Hindi and English.
- Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Zoom platform, Android applications, and other digital applications.
Desirable:
- Proficiency in English, Hindi, and/or local language [Mahasu Pahari].
- Experience of working in a health facility setting.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Reporting: The Junior Consultant will report to the assigned project leadership from the central CCDC team and work closely with district- and block-level stakeholders in Solan.
