Shillong Medical College, a government medical institution run by the Government of Meghalaya in Shillong, is conducting recruitment for the post of Medical Social Worker, with one vacancy on offer. The engagement is purely contractual and sits within the institution's community medicine and hospital outreach work. The role involves patient counselling, psychosocial support, health education and field activities with rural and urban communities around the college.
Shillong Medical College Medical Social Worker Recruitment 2026
Posted 12 Oct 2026Updated 12 Oct 2026SMC - 97/2026/Estt/HR/11
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1
Last Date
19 Oct
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Last date 19 Oct 2026 · 1 day left
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About Shillong Medical College Medical Social Worker Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Government Medical College Shillong Meghalaya
- Advertisement No.
- SMC - 97/2026/Estt/HR/11
- Post Name
- Medical Social Worker
- Job Location
- Shillong, Meghalaya
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 35 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 60,000 per month (contractual)
- Tenure
- Initial period of one year, or as decided by the competent authority; extendable based on performance and institutional requirements
- Notice Period
- One month's notice or payment in lieu thereof by either side
Vacancy Breakdown
Medical Social Worker
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Medical Social Worker | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Medical Social Worker
Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) from a recognized University/Institution. Candidates having experience of 1-2 years in a hospital/healthcare setting, particularly in patient counselling, psychosocial support, rehabilitation or community-based programmes, shall be preferred. The candidate should possess good communication and interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively with patients, attendants, doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals. Knowledge of computer applications and basic documentation/record-keeping shall be desirable. The candidate should be able to communicate effectively in English; knowledge of Khasi is mandatory and/or other local languages shall be an added advantage.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Medical Social Worker | Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) from a recognized University/Institution. Candidates having experience of 1-2 years in a hospital/healthcare setting, particularly in patient counselling, psychosocial support, rehabilitation or community-based programmes, shall be preferred. The candidate should possess good communication and interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively with patients, attendants, doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals. Knowledge of computer applications and basic documentation/record-keeping shall be desirable. The candidate should be able to communicate effectively in English; knowledge of Khasi is mandatory and/or other local languages shall be an added advantage. |
Age Limit
Preferably not more than 35 years as on the last date of submission of application (19 October 2026)
Age Relaxation
Relaxation in the upper age limit may be considered as per applicable Government norms.
Selection Process
- 1Shortlisting
Eligible candidates are shortlisted based on their educational qualifications and relevant experience.
- 2Personal Interview
Shortlisted candidates may be called for a personal interview or interaction before the duly constituted Selection Committee; the decision of the Selection Committee is final.
Salary Structure
Rs. 60,000 per month (contractual)
How to Apply
- 1Download the prescribed application form (Annexure I) from the official notification
- 2Fill in the application form with personal, educational, professional qualification and experience details
- 3Attach self-attested copies of educational qualification certificates, experience certificate, caste certificate and other relevant testimonials
- 4Attach a No Objection Certificate from the current employer, if employed in a Government or Private organisation
- 5Send the completed application to The O/o The Director, Shillong Medical College, Pasteur Hills, Lawmali Road, Shillong, Meghalaya - 793001
- 6Ensure the application reaches the office on or before 19 October 2026 at 17:00 hrs
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Self-attested copies of educational qualification certificates
•Experience certificate
•Caste certificate (if applicable)
•Other relevant testimonials and certificates
•No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the concerned employer if currently employed in a Government or Private organisation
Important Details
- The engagement is purely temporary and contractual and shall not confer any right or claim for regular appointment under the Government of Meghalaya.
- Knowledge of Khasi is mandatory and other local languages are an added advantage; the candidate must communicate effectively in English.
- Knowledge of computer applications and basic documentation or record-keeping is desirable.
- Candidates must produce original certificates and testimonials at the time of interview or selection.
- No TA/DA is admissible for attending the interview.
- Incomplete applications or applications received after the prescribed date shall not be entertained.
- The selected candidate may be required to work in any department, unit or associated hospital under Shillong Medical College.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct community diagnosis, socio-economic evaluations and household surveys to identify social determinants of health, community health needs and vulnerable populations in rural and urban training centres (RHTC/UHTC)
- Plan, organise and execute Information, Education and Communication (IEC) and Behaviour Change Communication (BCC) campaigns on maternal and child health, communicable and non-communicable diseases, hygiene and nutrition
- Act as a bridge between the institution and local primary healthcare systems such as ASHAs, Anganwadi workers and village health committees, and facilitate community participation in national health programmes, health camps and immunisation drives
- Assist in mentoring and coordinating field-based training, social orientation and community visits for MBBS students, interns and postgraduates during their community medicine postings
- Help patients and community members access government welfare schemes, social security benefits, financial aid and health insurance initiatives such as Ayushman Bharat/MHIS
- Assist faculty and epidemiologists in contact tracing, outbreak investigations, disease surveillance and long-term follow-up for chronic diseases such as TB and leprosy
- Liaise with local government bodies, NGOs, social welfare departments and local administrative authorities on social determinants of health
- Undertake patient and family counselling, including support for chronic illness, disabilities, mental health concerns, vulnerable groups and patients requiring long-term care
- Maintain case records, counselling records, referral records and other relevant documentation
- Prepare periodic reports on activities undertaken and submit them to the designated authority
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 9612814886/9612384707
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Medical Social Worker post permanent or contractual?
The engagement is purely temporary and contractual for an initial period of one year, or as decided by the competent authority, and does not confer any right to regular appointment under the Government of Meghalaya.
Is the 1-2 years of hospital experience mandatory?
No. The essential qualification is the MSW degree; candidates with 1-2 years of experience in a hospital or healthcare setting are only preferred.
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