Clinician

YRGCARE; Chennai District; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NGO in healthcare is seeking a Clinician in Chennai to support TB screening and clinical referrals. This role involves conducting assessments, coordinating with health systems, and maintaining medical documentation. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 3-5 years of relevant experience in community health or school health programmes. Fluency in Hindi and English is required. This position offers a unique opportunity to impact community health positively.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in counselling or community outreach.
• Preferred experience with children or school-based interventions.
• Knowledge of NTEP protocols.
• MBBS or equivalent medical degree (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical assessments and interpret TB screening outcomes.
• Liaise with health systems for referrals and diagnostics.
• Maintain clinical records and contribute to case summaries.
• Train staff on TB symptoms and referral process.

Skills

Counselling

Community outreach

School health programmes

Fluent in Hindi

Fluent in English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Education, Public Health

MBBS or equivalent medical degree

Job description

Compensation Remuneration will reflect the candidate’s experience and skills, subject to the approved budget

Job Information

Job Opening ID YRGCARET1066

Work Experience 5-8 years

Industry NGO/Social Services

City Chennai

State/Province Tamil Nadu

Zip/Postal Code 600001

Job Description

Position Title Clinician

Location Chennai, Pune, Gorakhpur, Satara

Organisation YRGCARE

Experience Required 4-7 years

About YRGCARE Established in 1993, YRGCARE is a pioneering non-governmental organization in India, committed to transforming lives through integrated healthcare, inclusive partnerships, and forward-looking research. Grounded in the values of integrity and sustainability, we address both immediate and evolving societal challenges empowering communities to attain equitable and lasting health outcomes. We provide comprehensive services across prevention, care, support, and treatment, particularly for those affected by HIV and other infectious diseases.

Role Overview The Clinician will be responsible for supporting TB screening and clinical referral processes as part of the project at the district level. This role involves conducting clinical assessments, interpreting screening outcomes, ensuring referral linkages with public health systems, and supporting the follow-up of identified cases. The Clinician will work in close coordination with the District Coordinator, school health teams, community health workers, and local TB program officials to ensure timely and ethical medical engagement.

Responsibilities

Clinical Screening & Assessment

• Review TB screening outcomes and provide clinical interpretation and follow-up recommendations.
• Support the medical review of symptomatic children and refer them to the appropriate health facilities for further diagnosis or treatment as per NTEP protocols.
• Conduct on-site clinical checks (where necessary) at designated schools or community centres.

Coordination With Health Systems

• Liaise with RBSK teams, PHCs/CHCs, and NTEP units to facilitate diagnostic services (e.g., sputum collection, chest X-rays) for referred children.
• Assist in establishing linkage pathways from schools to diagnostic and treatment services.
• Ensure adherence to national TB treatment guidelines and ethical standards during clinical interactions.

Medical Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain clinical records of students referred for further testing, including symptom profiles and outcomes.
• Contribute to case summaries, referral registers, and follow-up reports for the central study team.
• Support documentation for any adverse events, refusal cases, and special medical follow-up.

Support To Community Engagement & Capacity Building

• Provide medical inputs during sensitisation sessions for school staff, community health workers, and local stakeholders.
• Train field counsellors, ASHAs, and school health educators on TB symptoms and referral red flags.
• Offer supportive supervision during field-level screening events or health camps.

Requirements

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Education, Public Health, or a related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in counselling, community outreach, or school-based interventions.
• Experience working with children, adolescents, or in school health programmes is preferred.
• Languages- Hindi and English (spoken and written); local dialects are an advantage

Desirable Attributes

• MBBS or equivalent medical degree from a recognised institution.
• Registration with the Medical Council of India or relevant state council (mandatory).
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience in community health, school health, or TB control programmes preferred.
• Experience working with children/adolescents and school-based health systems desirable.
• Knowledge of NTEP protocols and public health infrastructure is an advantage.
• Culturally sensitive and able to adapt to diverse communities.

YRG is an equal-opportunity organisation. At YRG, we are committed to supporting inclusion and diversity as part of our values. We celebrate employee’s differences in abilities, sexual orientation, ethnicity, faith, and gender. Our team are people with different strengths, experiences, and backgrounds, who share a passion for improving people's lives.