Job Opportunities

• Consultant – Palliative Care at Coimbatore

  

  Coimbatore Cancer Foundation (CCF) is looking for a full–time consultant in Palliative Care to support the Santham hospice at PSG Institute of Oncology and the Home based Palliative Care project by CCF.

  Job Title: Consultant – Palliative Care

  Qualification: MBBS with additional qualification in Palliative Medicine

  (Remuneration concordant with qualification and experience.)

  Job Description

  AT PSG INSTITUTE OF ONCOLOGY – CONSULTANT PALLIATIVE CARE

  1.  To manage patients presenting to Palliative care OPD.
  2.  To manage patients with life limiting illness including terminal cancers, end organ failures, admitted in the 44 bedded hospice.
  3. To attend home visits on need basis accompanied by experienced staff nurse/ mental health counsellor as appropriate.
  4. To liaise with the oncologists and the multidisciplinary team to ensure seamless delivery of care. And attend TBM’S
  5. To attend the inter departmental referrals and give expert opinion on managing the underlying conditions including co-management with concerned department specialists.
  6. To serve as a resource person for Awareness sessions on cancer and palliative care at renowned organisations and institutes.
  7. To teach students and interns when they attend their rotations.
  8. To work in partnership with other leading palliative care centers and coordinate training activities contributing to staff skill upgradation.

  VISITING CONSULTANT TO  COIMBATORE CANCER FOUNDATION

  Coimbatore Cancer Foundation registered as Non-governmental organization (NGO) was established on 4th March 1991 by “Padma Bhushan” Shri.K. Sreenivasan to support patients and families of those suffering from cancer. One among the activities is the Rural Home Based Palliative Care Project started in the year 2019, led by the multidisciplinary team. Additionally, the trust is committed to raise awareness about Cancer/ palliative medicine and ill effects of tobacco use among the community, health centres, industries, and women and particularly the younger population. The roles and responsibilities include:

  1. To provide clinical support for patients requiring home based palliative care, in terms of managing pain and other symptoms via tele/ video consultations and in person, rarely if need be.
  2. To facilitate appropriate referrals to hospices for patients requiring In-patient care.
  3. To take part in organized cancer screening programmes.
  4. To ensure documentation and maintenance of records and to give appropriate inputs.

  How to apply: 

  Send your detailed CV to: dr.t.balaji@gmail.com with subject as “Application for the post of Consultant – Palliative Care“

  For other openings at different locations, please visit our Careers page.

• Regional Facilitator at Pallium India (Mumbai / Ahmedabad)

  

  Pallium India invites applications to the post of Regional Facilitator at Ahmedabad & Mumbai.

  Qualification :  MBA / MSW or Equivalent

  Experience : 1 to 3 years experience in coordination in the healthcare sector. Working in an NGO Environment with a regional set-up preferred. Exposure to Palliative care & services is an advantage.

  Reports to : Head – Facilitation

  Location : Mumbai / Ahmedabad

  Remuneration : As per standards

  Travelling :  Domestic, 50%

  Desired Skills

  • Excellent coordination and analytical skill
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team
  • Administratively self-supporting
  • Planning & leadership skills
  • Ability to work flexibly
  • Excellent written and oral English language skills
  • Excellent skills in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point

  Languages:

  Essential – Hindi and English. 
  Additional – Marathi, Gujarati, Konkani (One of the three)

  Job Profile

  • Work to facilitate development of palliative care centers at regional level
  • Work with public and private medical institutions to set up palliative care units including in-patient care, out-patient care and home-care
  • Liaison with NHM – NCD, government and private hospital officials for developing palliative care centers in government institutes
  • Work with the State Drug Controllers for facilitating opioid access to different government and non-government medical institutes through the process of Registered Medical Institute (RMI) Certification.
  • Organize/facilitate training programs, workshops and sensitization sessions on palliative care service delivery and opioid availability for relevant stakeholders
  • Work for integration of palliative care in the health system and medical and nursing education at regional level.
  • Facilitate training programs for doctors, nurses and allied staff; organize workshops and sensitization sessions on palliative care and opioids availability for relevant stakeholders.
  • Explore new opportunities to improve community participation in palliative care with local religious and charitable organizations, student’s initiatives, retired professionals and self-help groups.
  • Document, write reports, concept notes and proposals to be submitted to the stakeholders

  How to apply: 

  Send your detailed CV to: career@palliumindia.org with subject as “Application for the post of Regional Facilitator“

  In case of queries, write to: career@palliumindia.org

  For other openings at different locations, please visit our Careers page.

• Staff Nurse at Pallium India, Trivandrum

  

  Job Title: Staff Nurse

  Place of Job: Pallium India, Thiruvananthapuram

  Qualification: B.Sc. Nursing

  Experience: 0-3 years

  Duties & Responsibilities

  • Provide symptom management, pain relief, and supportive care for the patient in inpatient care, outpatient clinic, and home-based care.
  • Facilitate information sharing and decision-making regarding patient care.
  • Consult with fellow physicians and the interdisciplinary team in establishing a written plan of care at intervals specified in the plan.
  • Adhere to the practice of confidentiality regarding patients, families, staff, and the organization.
  • Assist in the development of standards of care and practice.
  • Facilitate and participate in awareness campaigns in the community.

  How to apply:

  Please send your detailed CV to career@palliumindia.org with email subject as “Application for the post of Staff Nurse at Pallium India”

  For more information write to: career@palliumindia.org

  For other openings at different locations, please visit our Careers page.

• Palliative Care Doctor at Pallium India, Trivandrum

  

  Pallium India invites applications to the post of Palliative Care Doctor at Trivandrum.

  Job Title: Palliative Care Doctor

  Job Description

  • As a Palliative Care Physician provide symptom management, pain relief and supportive care for the patient in inpatient care, outpatient clinic and home based care.
  • Facilitate clarification of patient and family goals of care.
  • Facilitate information sharing and decision making regarding patient care.
  • In addition to providing expert symptom management, as a palliative care physician you need to devote time to intensive family meetings, ensure coordinated care across health care settings, link patients and family members to support groups and other services and improve access to information so patients can make confident, well-informed decisions about their care.
  • Consult with fellow physicians and the interdisciplinary team in establishing a written plan of care at intervals specified in the plan.
  • Adhere to the practice of confidentiality regarding patients, families, staff, and the organization.
  • Assist in the development of standards of care and practice.
  • Participate first and organise academic sessions and training programs for skill development. 
  • Facilitate and participate awareness campaigns in the community.
  • Collaborate with similar Palliative care organisations and oncology community to create awareness and advocate for palliative care in India and overseas.
  • Undertake and guide research and projects in the field of Palliative care.

  How to apply:

  Interested candidates please send your detailed CV to career@palliumindia.org, with email subject as “Application to the post of Palliative Care Physician“

  For more information

  Write to: career@palliumindia.org

  For other openings at different locations, please visit our Careers page.

• Palliative Care Physician at EIPC, Kolkata

  

  Eastern India Palliative Care (EIPC) invites applications to the post of Palliative Care Physician at Kolkata.

  Job Title: Palliative Care Physician

  Qualification – M.B.B.S from a recognized university with West Bengal Medical Council Registration.

  Experience: 2 to 5 years

  Location – Kolkata

  Language Proficiency: Bengali, Hindi, English

  Compensation – As per Standards

  Job Profile

  • Provide symptom management, pain relief, and psycho-socio-spiritual care for the patient in inpatient care, outpatient clinic, and home-based care.
  • Facilitate clarification of patient and family goals of care.
  • Facilitate information sharing and decision-making regarding patient care.
  • Consult with fellow physicians and the interdisciplinary team in establishing a written plan of care at intervals specified in the plan.
  • Adhere to the practice of confidentiality regarding patients, families, staff, and the organization.
  • Assist in the development of standards of care and practice.
  • Home Care Support and OPD in Kolkata

  How to apply:

  Interested candidates please send your detailed CV to eipc@palliumindia.org with email subject as “Application to the post of Palliative Care Physician“

  For more information, write to: career@palliumindia.org

  For other openings at different locations, please visit our Careers page.

• Community Physiotherapist (Part-time) at Pallium India, Trivandrum

  

  Pallium India invites applications to the post of Community Physiotherapist (Part time) at Trivandrum.

  Job Title: Community Physiotherapist – Part Time

  Location: Palode, Thiruvananthapuram

  Qualification: MPT/BPT

  Experience: Minimum 1 year

  Duties & Responsibilities

  • Assess the patient on admission and decide the course of treatment in discussion with the physiatrist. 
  • Prepare an individualized schedule for each patient (Home care, IP, and Halfway Home) to be attached to the patient’s medical records and updated as per progress.
  • Actively participate in multi-disciplinary meetings.
  • Accompany the physiatry team for home visits. 
  • Assess patients’ homes for improvements and modifications like ramps, bathrooms, beds, mattresses, room access, etc. 
  • Train the patient and their caregiver for functional independence.
  • Teach the patient and their family about the importance of skincare and ways to prevent pressure sores.
  • Prepare pictorial information guides on physiotherapy exercises for patients on discharge.
  • Provide an exercise chart to every patient on discharge.
  • Regular follow-up on patients after discharge along with the social worker.
  • Ensure optimum usage of assistive devices- wheelchairs, callipers etc. 
  • Contribute to service delivery improvements for the project.
  • Willing to visit the community in their own vehicle to reach the unapproachable needy patients for rehabilitation.
  • Manage a clinical caseload of palliative patients in the community as well as IP/OP units.
  • Lead and develop empowering patient-focused therapeutic groups.
  • Contribute to the development of expert patient and caregiver model being developed to support the needs of its community.
  • Demonstrate skills in conflict resolution and competent negotiation skills when dealing with difficult situations such as managing patient and professional unmet expectations.

  How to apply:

  Interested candidates please send your detailed CV to career@palliumindia.org

  In case of queries, write to: career@palliumindia.org

  For other openings at different locations, please visit our Careers page.

• Oncology Nurse at Gurgaon and Delhi

  

  OPSAN: Oncology and palliative service around Neighborhood invites applications to the post of Oncology Nurse at Delhi and Gurgaon.

  Job Title: Oncology Nurse    

  No. of Requirements: 3

  Qualification: GNM or Bsc or Msc Nursing, experience in Oncology

  Experience: Above 3 years

  Nature of Job: Full time

  Remuneration: Current CTC + Increment + Incentive

  Reporting to: Palliative physician     

  Place of Job: Gurgaon and Delhi

  Job Description:

  An oncology nurse plays a critical role in the care and treatment of patients diagnosed with cancer. They work closely with oncologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care to cancer patients. Oncology nurses are responsible for administering treatments, managing symptoms, educating patients and their families, and providing emotional support throughout the cancer journey.

  • Patient Assessment and Care Planning:
    • Conduct thorough assessments of patients’ physical and emotional health, including reviewing medical history, performing physical examinations, and assessing symptoms and side effects related to cancer and its treatment.
    • Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop individualized care plans based on the patient’s needs, treatment protocols, and goals of care.
    • Monitor patients’ progress, evaluate treatment responses, and adjust care plans accordingly.
  • Administration of Treatments:
    • Administer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and other cancer treatments as prescribed by the oncologist, following established protocols and ensuring accurate dosage and timing.
    • Manage intravenous lines, central venous access devices, and administer blood products when necessary.
    • Monitor patients during treatment, assessing vital signs, managing side effects, and promptly reporting any adverse reactions.
  • Symptom and Pain Management:
    • Assess and manage cancer-related symptoms such as pain, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and other treatment side effects.
    • Provide appropriate interventions and medications to alleviate symptoms and improve patients’ quality of life.
    • Educate patients and families on self-care techniques and strategies to manage symptoms at home.
  • Patient Education and Support:
    • Educate patients and their families about cancer, treatment options, potential side effects, and self-care measures.
    • Provide emotional support, counseling, and resources to help patients cope with the emotional and psychological challenges of a cancer diagnosis.
  • Collaboration and Communication:
    • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team, including oncologists, surgeons, radiation oncologists, pharmacists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals, to ensure coordinated and holistic care.
    • Communicate effectively with patients, families, and caregivers, providing clear explanations, answering questions, and addressing concerns.
    • Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of patient assessments, treatments, interventions, and outcomes.

  Qualifications and Skills

  • Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree is preferred, although an Associate Degree in Nursing (GNM) may be accepted in some settings. A valid nursing license is required.
  • Clinical Experience: Prior experience in oncology or a related field is highly beneficial, but some positions may offer training and mentorship for new nurses.
  • Knowledge: Strong understanding of cancer types, treatments, and related side effects. Proficiency in chemotherapy administration, management of central venous access devices, and symptom management.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and the healthcare team. Compassion, empathy, and the ability to provide emotional support are crucial.
  • Critical Thinking: Strong assessment skills and the ability to analyze complex patient situations, prioritize care, and make sound clinical judgments.
  • Teamwork: Collaborative mindset to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and contribute to the overall patient care plan.
  • Documentation: Attention to detail and proficiency in maintaining accurate and organized patient records.
  • Technology: Familiarity with electronic health record systems and other healthcare technologies used in oncology settings.

  Language: Hindi and English

  How to apply

  Interested candidates please send your detailed CV to contact@remedazo.com

  For more information, contact Dr Anup Yadav: +91 9650340691 / asisotia@remedazo.com

  For other openings at different locations, please visit our Careers page.

• Nurse at Panha Lifecare, Mumbai

  

  Panha Lifecare, Mumbai invites applications to the post of Nurse, at Mumbai.

  Job Title: Nurse

  No of vacancies: 3

  Job Location: Mumbai

  Job Description

  • Be a member of the palliative care team taking care of patients at home.
  • Assist the doctor in Initial and subsequent evaluation of the Patient.
  • Provide nursing care and perform the procedures mentioned below.
  • Communicate with the patient and family.
  • Educate and enhance skills of the care giver and family in caring for the patient.
  • Maintain stock and inventory of medicines.

  Eligibility & Experience

  • ANM, GNM or BSc Nursing
  • Certification in Palliative care desirable.
  • 3 to 5 Years of Nursing experience in Palliative care

  Skills

  Basic Nursing Skills along with home care procedures including Colostomy Care, Tracheostomy care, Enema Application, Wound care.

  Remuneration

  Negotiable. Between 25K to 50K per month, depending on Experience and Qualifications.

  Languages: Hindi, English, Marathi – Preferable

  How to apply

  Interested candidates please send your detailed CV to madhurak@jmbaxi.com with email subject as “Application for the post of Nurse at Panha Lifecare”

  For more information, contact Ms. Madhura Kulkarni Email: madhurak@jmbaxi.com / Phone: +91 22615 37900

  About Panha Lifecare : Panha Lifecare is a new organization based in the city of Mumbai, dedicated to providing affordable home-based palliative care services and running a Palliative care clinic in the city of Mumbai. They plan to provide this as a subsidized fee for service program.

  For other openings at different locations, please visit our Careers page.

• Manager – Social Work at Pallium India, Trivandrum

  

  Pallium India invites applications to the post of Manager – Social Work at Trivandrum.

  Job Title: Manager – Social Work

  Qualification: MSW (Medical & Psychiatry)

  Experience: 5+ years of experience in Clinical Social Work/Patient Care.

  Desirable: Previous experience or exposure to Palliative care

  Location: Thiruvananthapuram

  Required Skills

  • Consultative expertise specific to psychosocial, ethical, financial and legal issues
  • High level of social work and patient care competency
  • Expertise in problem solving, critical thinking & counseling
  • Ability to work within acceptable standards of practice for clinical social work and patient care.
  • Excellent Communication skills in English & Malayalam
  • Pleasing personality with outstanding Teamwork & Coordination Skills
  • Proficient in MS Office & ERP

  Job Profile: Manager – Social Work

  • Ensure complete psycho-social assessment and appropriate support for beneficiaries.
  • Develops, implement & review standard practices for the clinical social workers.
  • Provides leadership & guidance for the development of quality standards for social work and patient care services.
  • Administer the planning and implementation of educational opportunities for social workers, social work students, and interns.
  • Responsible to solve problems through critical evaluation of data-base and continuous improvement for providing effective quality-based outcomes for the patients and family.
  • Prepare annual development  plans for the vertical and review it quarterly
  • Identify successful community rehabilitations models including vocational rehabilitation.
  • Collaborate with various organizations (NGOs, MNC etc.)  to support our beneficiaries
  • Collaborates with Physicians, nurses, patients and their families to assess patient social needs and monitor progress of medical treatment.
  • Participates in professional seminars/conferences and continuing education programs.

  How to apply

  Interested candidates please send your detailed CV to career@palliumindia.org, with email subject as “Application to the post of Manager – Social Work“

  For more information write to: career@palliumindia.org

  For other openings at different locations, please visit our Careers page.

• Lead – Resource Mobilisation at Pallium India, Trivandrum

  

  Pallium India invites applications to the post of Lead – Resource Mobilisation at Trivandrum.

  Job Title: Lead – Resource Mobilisation

  Job Location: Thiruvananthapuram – Head Office, Pallium India

  Nature of Job: Fund Raising, Communication, Partnerships, Sustainability, Financial management.

  About the Role

  Reporting to: CEO, Pallium India

  Pallium India is rapidly growing in our ability to profoundly impact the lives of those suffering from serious health related suffering. As we expand our operations to all across the country through our partnerships and collaborations, we are looking for a senior and strong leader to conceptualise and implement a fully integrated resource mobilisation strategy. As a member of the CxO suite will work towards achieving our dream for a Pain-free India by 2030 and ensure an amazing donor experience. Of particular importance in 2022 & 2023 is our plan to build our own model palliative care facility in Thiruvananthapuram.

  Duties and Responsibilities of Lead- Resource Mobilisation

  • To conceptualise, develop and implement a fully integrated fundraising strategy that can propel Pallium India towards its ambitious goal of a Pain-free India.
  • Build a robust database of CSR and Grant sources, and develop a systemic action plan on how to approach them, engage with them, and partner with them to establish Palliative Care Centres and implement associated programs all across the country.
  • To constantly be on the lookout for new sources of funding and support from across governments, institutions and private grants who share our vision. To proactively look ahead, anticipate growth targets, plan out fundraising activities and ensure that no programs for the needy are left undone due to shortage of resources.
  • To create a donor experience that delights our donors, values them, provides them a clear line of sight to where their funds are going and proves to them that every rupee they gave from their hard earned money is spent wisely and prudently. Not everyone gives all the time, but live and breathe Pallium India’s conviction that without an engaged community and participation, we will not be able to significantly impact the life of the millions who are in agony due to their health conditions.
  • Own and manage routine and ad hoc communication protocols with our past, current and future donors to keep them updated on what we are doing with their money.
  • Closely track effectiveness of these reach outs and iterate on strategy based on the performance of these activities.
  • Work with the CEO and CFO to prepare annual fundraising plans, budgets and goals to align with Pallium India’s growth towards its Vision. Responsible for meeting these fundraising revenue targets based on the goals.
  • Mentor and groom the team members to be effective in their jobs to develop engaged donors, and be extremely careful with where the spend goes.
  • To oversee project management of various programs of Pallium India, thereby ensuring that the funds are precisely reaching where they are intended to. Give early warnings about overspend or underspend since many of the programs on the ground are hard to change once set in motion. Report program updates to stakeholders and donors.
  • Act as part of the leadership tier, with strong communication, constructive contributions and practical troubleshooting. Be hands on as required.
  • Ensure that all legal requirements are met, statutory filings are performed on time, foreign funds are appropriately accounted for and any early warnings are appropriately escalated to the leadership and board.
  • Recommend and set up a Customer Relationship Management tool to closely manage this database, and track all interactions with them across time.
  • Coordinate Fundraising for a new HOME:
  • Own and drive the fundraising activities, to establish a new model palliative care facility (HOME) in Thiruvananthapuram.
  • Support/Coordinate with international volunteers and donors to provide reports, collaterals and other material to raise international funds for the construction.
  • Leverage the spike of activities related to HOME to formalise a professional fundraising methodology for Pallium India that can drive us through this decade.
  • Coordinate a 2 year global capital campaign in the USA, UK and Rest of World led by Pallium India Board of Trustees.

  Requirements

  • Post Graduate with 15+ years of national work experience, managing a diverse fundraising portfolio and a proven track record.
  • Skilled in Communication (English and Hindi. Malayalam will be good have)
  • Well networked, proven ability to partner for mutual good, Hands-on approach,
  • Process and Data driven, Marketing
  • A track record of having raised funds from Grants, CSR and other sources.
  • A good understanding of the CSR / FCRA rules
  • Able to work with and grow a strong team
  • Social media and other communication channels expertise
  • Belief in Pallium India’s mission and adherence to its core values.
  • Strong analytical mind and data interpretation and presentation skills.

  Desirable

  • International work experience
  • Lived experience in palliative care, including as a volunteer.

  Travel

  As needed.

  How to apply

  Interested candidates please send your detailed CV to career@palliumindia.org, with email subject as “Application to the post of Lead – Resource Mobilisation“

  For more information write to: career@palliumindia.org

  For other openings at different locations, please visit our Careers page.

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