Resident Medical Officer (BAMS)

About the job

About Sukoon

Sukoon Health is building India's first specialized chain of hospitals to cater to acute and severe mental health conditions.

We plan to set up 1000 beds across 40 units for adult, acute inpatient care across India. Additionally, we have aspirations to expand into specialized segments of de-addiction, child development disabilities, dementia care, etc.

About the role

We are seeking a dedicated BAMS to join the Sukoon On Campus team. If you are passionate about mental health and treating patients with utmost care and excellence, Sukoon is the right place for you.

Responsibilities

1. Inpatient & Acute Clinical Care

Provide medical and psychiatric coverage for patients, including assessment and management of acute presentations

Conduct initial medical and mental status evaluations and monitor patients for clinical deterioration

Manage medical emergencies and behavioral escalations and ensure timely escalation to senior psychiatrists

Maintain patient safety, stabilization, and continuity of care

2. Psychiatric & Medication Support

Support psychiatric treatment plans under the supervision of the treating psychiatrist

Monitor psychotropic medications for response, side effects, and adherence

Ensure accurate administration and implementation of prescribed treatments

Assist in clinical decision-making for high-risk and complex cases

3. Crisis Management & Risk Handling

Respond to psychiatric crises including suicidality, self-harm risk, psychosis, agitation, withdrawal states, and medical instability

Implement safety protocols, observation levels, and emergency response procedures

Coordinate emergency referrals, transfers, or higher-level interventions when required

4. Clinical Team Supervision & Coordination

Provide on-ground clinical supervision and support to psychologists and nursing staff during routine and high-risk situations

Guide psychologists in escalation, risk management, and coordination during crises

Support structured case reviews, handovers, and adherence to clinical protocols

5. University & Stakeholder Management

Act as a clinical point of contact for university stakeholders (student welfare, residential teams, security, academic offices) as required

Support coordination around safety planning, emergency responses, and high-risk situations

Provide clinical inputs for institutional processes while maintaining appropriate clinical boundaries

6. Clinical Administration, Documentation & Data

Maintain accurate medical records, medication charts, incident reports, and escalation notes

Ensure clear clinical handovers and communication across teams

Support administrative coordination, data collection, audits, and reporting aligned with Sukoons clinical governance framework

7. Quality, Safety & Professional Standards

Adhere to Sukoons clinical protocols, ethical standards, and patient-first approach

Ensure compliance with safety, infection control, and emergency procedures

Participate in case discussions, reviews, and quality improvement initiatives

Qualifications

BAMS from a recognized university

Valid registration with the respective State Medical / Ayurveda Council

Eligibility to practice as a medical officer as per applicable regulations

Experience

13 years of clinical experience in hospital, inpatient, emergency, or acute care settings preferred

Prior exposure to psychiatry, mental health, emergency medicine, or inpatient care is an advantage

Compensation & Benefits

Final offer will be based on candidates experience, skills, and interview performance

Fully furnished accommodation will be provided to the selected candidate by Sukoon Health in Sonipat - this will be over and above the candidates CTC