To enhance health services in Indian there have been new attempts that the government has constantly been making. The National Health Mission (NHM) is one such initiative, which has been undertaken with the aim of supplying accessible and quality health facilities to everyone both in the rural and the urban areas.
Lately, the process of whole new batch of NHM recruitment were declared in the Zilla Parishad (ZP) Sangli, a fact that has produced an aura of excitement amongst the youngsters aspiring employment in the health industry. This recruitment does not simply serve as a source of employment to the youth, but will also assist in strengthening health services in the local level. Tell us more specifically what such recruitment is, to whom it is open and what can be found in it.
What is the National Health Mission (NHM)?
NHM was started in 2005. Its main objective is to strengthen health services across the country through Rural Health Mission (NRHM) and Urban Health Mission (NUHM). In this, special attention is given to maternal and child health, vaccination, appointment of health workers and increasing the facilities of primary health centers.
Zilla Parishad (ZP) Sangli
Sangli district of Maharashtra is known for its cultural and agricultural background. Zilla Parishad Sangli implements various projects of NHM at the grassroots level. Under this, doctors, nurses, health assistants and other technical staff are recruited as per the requirement.
Importance of this recruitment
Even today, there is a lack of health facilities in many rural areas. With this recruitment:
- The number of staff in hospitals and health centers will increase.
- Patients will get timely and better treatment.
- It will help in reducing maternal and infant mortality rate.
- Youth will get employment at the local level.
Which posts are being recruited?
ZP Sangli has started the process of recruitment for many posts under NHM. These may generally include the following posts (subject to change as per official notification):
- Staff Nurse
- Medical Officer
- Pharmacist
- ANM (Auxiliary Nurse Midwife)
- Lab Technician
- Counsellor and Support Staff
- These posts require different qualifications and experience.
Educational Qualification and Eligibility
Eligibility criteria vary as per the post. For example:
- Staff Nurse: GNM or B.Sc Nursing, registration with Maharashtra Nursing Council mandatory.
- Medical Officer: MBBS degree and registration with Medical Council of India.
- Pharmacist: Diploma in Pharmacy or B.Pharm and registration with State Pharmacy Council.
- ANM: ANM course and registration with the relevant council.
Lab Technician – DMLT or BMLT degree.
Apart from this, the candidate should be an Indian citizen and have knowledge of the local language (Marathi) are also included in the necessary conditions.
Age Limit: The age limit for most of the posts is between 18 to 38 years. Age relaxation is given for reserved categories as per the government rules.
Application Process: The application process for NHM Sangli Recruitment has been kept completely transparent. Generally applications can be made through offline or online mode.
Possible process of application:
- Candidates have to download the notification from the official website or Zilla Parishad office.
- The application form has to be filled in the prescribed format.
- The required educational documents, identity card, caste certificate (if applicable) and passport size photo have to be attached.
- The application form has to be submitted to the ZP Sangli office by the due date.
Selection Process
The selection process of NHM Recruitment is transparent and merit based. It mainly includes:
- Educational qualification marks
- Weightage of experience
- Document verification
- Sometimes interview
- The final list is prepared on the basis of this.
Pay scale and facilities
Employees appointed under NHM get honorarium determined by the state government. The pay scale varies according to the post.
- Staff Nurse – ₹20,000 to ₹25,000 per month
- Medical Officer – ₹40,000 to ₹60,000 per month
- Pharmacist and Lab Technician – ₹18,000 to ₹22,000 per month
- ANM – ₹15,000 to ₹18,000 per month
Apart from this, sometimes allowance is also provided according to the working conditions.
Important Dates
The starting and last date of application is given in the notification. Candidates are advised not to wait for the last date and submit the application on time.
Benefits of Recruitment
- Availability of health services: Staff shortage will be met in both rural and urban areas.
- Employment opportunities: Local youth will get jobs.
- Women empowerment: Jobs like ANM and Staff Nurse provide a large number of opportunities to women.
- Public health reform: Better health facilities will be ensured at the district level.
Tips for Candidates
- Read the entire notification carefully before filling the application form.
- All the required documents must be correct and valid.
- Submit the form before the last date of application.
- Follow the instructions given in the selection process.
- Be prepared for the interview or document verification.
Conclusion
NHM Recruitment under Zila Parishad Sangli is a golden opportunity for all those youth who want to make a career in the healthcare sector. This recruitment will not only provide them employment but they will also contribute in serving the society and providing health facilities to the needy people.
