The Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) Central Organisation, headquartered in Delhi, functions under the Chief of Staff Committee (COSC) through AG and DGDC&W in Army HQ. Headed by a serving Major General, the ECHS Central Organisation administers 28 Regional Centres and 426 Polyclinics across India. The organisation operates as an attached office under the Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare (DoESW), Ministry of Defence (MoD), alongside the Directorate General Resettlement (DGR) and Kendriya Sainik Board (KSB).
Responsibilities in Job
The selected Pharmacist will be responsible for:
- Dispensing medications to patients as per prescriptions.
- Managing inventory and ensuring the availability of medicines at the assigned ECHS Polyclinic.
- Maintaining records of prescriptions and medications dispensed.
- Assisting in patient counseling regarding prescribed medications and dosages.
- Adhering to the ethical and professional standards of pharmacy practice.
Qualifications Required
Candidates must meet the following qualifications to be eligible for the post of Pharmacist:
- Educational Qualifications:
- Degree in Pharmacy from a recognized institute. OR
- 10+2 with a Science stream and an approved Diploma in Pharmacy from an institute recognized by the Pharmacy Council of India.
- Registration: Must be registered as a Pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act, 1948.
- Experience: A minimum of 3 years of work experience is required.
Skills and Competencies
- Proficiency in pharmaceutical practices and medication dispensing.
- Strong organizational and inventory management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities for patient interaction.
- Familiarity with medical terminologies and prescription guidelines.
Fixed Remuneration
The selected candidates will receive a fixed remuneration of Rs. 28,100/- per month.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications as per the prescribed format available on the ECHS website. The application must include the following:
- Self-attested copies of relevant documents such as:
- Educational certificates (10th/Matric, 10+2, Graduation/PG/Diploma).
- MCI Screening Test (for foreign degrees, if applicable).
- Medical fitness certificate.
- Work experience certificates.
- Discharge book, PPO, service records (for Ex-Servicemen).
- Passport-sized color photographs.
- Submit the application to OIC, Stn HQ (ECHS Cell), Jalandhar Cantt by 07 February 2025. Late submissions will not be entertained.
Interview Details
- Venue: Station HQ Cell (ECHS), Jalandhar Cantt.
- Date and Time: To be communicated to shortlisted candidates via email or telephone.
- Note: No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
Preference for Ex-Servicemen
Preference will be given to Ex-Servicemen (ESM). Candidates must ensure they meet the qualitative requirements before applying.
