New Era, New Job Opportunities

Gerald Jaideep, CEO, Medvarsity Online shares insights on the new job opportunities in the coming future.

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According to Indian Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF) the healthcare industry is projected to reach approximately 8.5 trillion by 2022 with tremendous opportunities for all involved. In India alone each year the growth rates are above 15 per cent CAGR. Additionally, the growth for medical and health service managers is expected to rise by 17 per cent gradually till 2024, while the other occupations are expected to rise by approximately 6 per cent.

The healthcare industry is going through a growth phase with regards to the job market. This growth can be looked at differently based on the urban or rural market. With over 15000 hospitals enrolled as part of the Ayushman Bharat initiative in the rural areas and tier 3 cities, the demand for qualified and skilled healthcare professionals is increasing.

State governments across the country are working towards providing incentives to specialists/doctors who are willing to provide services to rural areas under the AB-PMJAY programme. Additionally, investments are being made to improve the quality of infrastructure and professionals available for managing these centres at rural and primary health centres. With the introduction of courses to certify Ayush doctors in modern medicine, the volume of practicing professionals is likely to go up.