In a significant development for healthcare infrastructure, medical colleges are gearing up to welcome 1,340 contract doctors next month. This move is poised to alleviate the burden on healthcare facilities and enhance medical services in the region. What sets this initiative apart is the preference given to postgraduate (PG) students from the 2019 and 2020 batches who have diligently served as senior residents for one year.
A Compulsory Government Service Bond
To facilitate this initiative, these dedicated PG students will be bound by a Compulsory Government Service Bond, requiring them to provide two years of service in medical colleges. This commitment not only benefits the medical community but also promises substantial relief for patients in need of healthcare services.
Fine-Tuning the List
The final list of eligible students has been thoughtfully compiled by Director General of Medical Education, Kinjal Singh. To ensure accuracy and fairness, students have been granted a window from October 25 to November 1 to review the list and rectify any potential errors. Once the objections are resolved, these students will be definitively assigned to medical colleges.
Fine-Tuning the List
Upon allocation to their designated roles, these contract doctors will play a vital part in enhancing the healthcare landscape. They will take up positions as Assistant Professors on contract and will be compensated with an honorarium of Rs 1.20 lakh per month. This fair and competitive compensation recognizes their valuable contributions to the medical field.
Bond Requirements
The initiative also introduces a bond system, depending on the specialization of the students. PG pass students are required to furnish a bond of Rs 40 lakh, while students pursuing DM and MCH courses are bound by a bond of Rs 1 crore. This bond serves as an assurance that the medical professionals will fulfill their two-year commitment to medical colleges.
However, should any of them choose not to serve in a medical college for the designated period, they will be required to pay the specified amount under the bond to the Medical Education Department. This mechanism ensures that the government’s investment in nurturing medical talent is duly honored.
A Brighter Healthcare Future
This initiative promises not only to enhance the quality of healthcare services but also to nurture and retain medical talent. Supporting postgraduate students in their transition to medical colleges, it reinforces the importance of education, practical experience, and the commitment to improving healthcare in the region.
A detailed counseling program will be unveiled shortly to facilitate the seamless integration of these dedicated medical professionals into the healthcare system. As they embark on their journey, these 1,340 contract doctors hold the promise of a brighter and healthier future for medical colleges and the patients they serve.
