Position: Ayush Medical Officer (Ayurvedic / Homoeopathic / Unani)
Organization: Bihar Swastha Vibhag, State Health Society (Bihar SHSB)
Total Openings: 2619
Bihar SHSB invites applications from qualified AYUSH practitioners to support public health service delivery across Bihar. This role focuses on providing evidence-based AYUSH clinical care, supporting preventive and promotive health programs, and ensuring high standards of patient safety, documentation, and compliance within the state health system.
Responsibilities
- Provide outpatient and/or primary care services as an Ayush Medical Officer in your respective discipline (Ayurvedic / Homoeopathic / Unani).
- Conduct patient assessment, diagnosis (as per system of medicine), treatment planning, and follow-up care.
- Maintain accurate clinical records, prescriptions, and reports in accordance with applicable government/SHSB guidelines.
- Support implementation of public health programs, community outreach, and health awareness initiatives as assigned.
- Coordinate with facility staff and program teams to ensure continuity of care and appropriate referrals when needed.
- Ensure adherence to clinical protocols, ethical standards, and patient confidentiality requirements.
- Participate in audits, inspections, and monitoring activities; assist in document verification and compliance processes.
- Contribute to quality improvement activities and reporting as required by the department.
Requirements
Educational Qualification (Discipline-wise)
- Ayush Doctor (Ayurvedic): B.A.M.S. degree from a recognized university/institution included in the schedule of the Central Council of Indian Medicine (New Delhi); compulsory rotatory internship completed; registration with the Bihar State Council of Ayurvedic and Unani Medicines, Patna.
- Ayush Doctor (Homoeopathic): B.H.M.S. degree from a recognized university/institution included in the schedule of the Central Council of Homoeopathy (New Delhi); compulsory rotatory internship completed; registration with the Bihar State Council of Homoeopathic Medicine, Patna.
- Ayush Doctor (Unani): B.U.M.S. degree from a recognized university/institution included in the schedule of the Central Council of Indian Medicine (New Delhi); compulsory rotatory internship completed; registration with the Bihar State Council of Ayurvedic and Unani Medicines, Patna.
Age Limit (as on 01 August 2024)
- Minimum: 21 years
- Maximum (Male UR/EWS): 37 years
- Maximum (Female UR/EWS): 40 years
- Maximum (Male/Female BC/MBC): 40 years
- Maximum (Male/Female SC/ST): 42 years
- Age relaxation as per Bihar SHSB recruitment rules.
Key Skills
- Strong clinical judgment and patient communication skills.
- Working knowledge of standard medical documentation and reporting practices.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a government health system and multidisciplinary teams.
- Commitment to public service, ethics, and patient safety.
Vacancy Breakdown
Discipline-wise Posts
- Ayush Doctor (Ayurvedic): 1411
- Ayush Doctor (Homoeopathic): 706
- Ayush Doctor (Unani): 502
Category-wise Posts (Total: 2619)
- General: 1049
- EWS: 259
- EBC: 431
- BC: 288
- WBC: 88
- SC: 473
- ST: 31
Selection Process
- Written Examination
- Interview
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Application Details
- Application Start Date: 31 May 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 15 June 2025
- Fee Payment Last Date: 15 June 2025
- Exam Date: To be notified
- Admit Card: Before exam (as notified)
Application Fee
- General, EWS, BC, EBC: Rs. 500/-
- Other State Candidates: Rs. 500/-
- SC/ST (Bihar): Rs. 125/-
- Female (Bihar): Rs. 125/-
- PH Candidates: Rs. 125/-
Fee payment is accepted through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI and other online payment modes as provided in the application portal.
Benefits
- Opportunity to serve within Bihar’s public health system and contribute to community healthcare delivery.
- Structured recruitment process with clearly defined eligibility and selection stages.
- Professional exposure to public health programs and government healthcare operations.
- Role aligned with clinical practice, patient care, and community health initiatives.
About the Company (Organization)
Bihar Swastha Vibhag State Health Society (Bihar SHSB) is a key implementing body for health programs and service delivery initiatives across the state of Bihar. SHSB supports healthcare facilities and public health interventions by strengthening human resources, systems, and program execution to improve access and quality of care for citizens.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official Bihar SHSB portal: https://shs.bihar.gov.in/ within the application window. Applicants should review the official notification and keep required documents ready for upload and future verification.