Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Health Department Expands Job Opportunities for Specialist Doctors
The Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Health Department has issued an important corrigendum, announcing a significant expansion of job opportunities for Specialist Doctors on a fixed-pay basis. This update adds 20 new vacancies across three hospitals in Chitral Upper, North Waziristan Tribal District (NWTD), and Kohistan Lower.
This announcement serves as an addendum to the original advertisement, referenced as INF(P) 3956/25, which was published in various leading newspapers. The corrigendum provides crucial updates, including the cancellation of a previously advertised position and the addition of new opportunities in key districts.
Key Updates from the Corrigendum
The Health Department has clarified two main points in this notice:
Cancellation of DHQ Hospital South Waziristan Advertisement: The advertisement for vacancies at DHQ Hospital South Waziristan is now considered null and void. The notice clarifies that this is because the hospital is not a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) mode hospital, as may have been previously implied.
Addition of New Hospitals and Vacancies: A total of 20 new positions for specialist doctors have been added in three different hospitals, significantly expanding the scope of the recruitment drive.
Newly Added Vacancies for Specialist Doctors
The following new hospitals and specialist positions are now included in the recruitment drive:
1. CAT-D Hospital, Booni, Chitral Upper
A total of 7 specialist positions have been announced for this hospital:
| Specialty | Number of Vacancies |
| Anesthesia | 2 |
| Gynecologist | 1 |
| Medical Specialist | 1 |
| Pediatrics | 1 |
| Psychiatrist Specialist | 1 |
| Surgical Specialist | 1 |
2. THQ Hospital Mirali, NWTD
A total of 6 specialist positions are available at this facility:
| Specialty | Number of Vacancies |
| Anesthesia | 2 |
| Gynecologist | 1 |
| Medical Specialist | 1 |
| Pediatrics | 1 |
| Psychiatrist Specialist | 1 |
3. THQ Hospital, Pattan, Kohistan Lower
A total of 7 specialist positions have been opened for this hospital:
| Specialty | Number of Vacancies |
| Anesthesia | 2 |
| Gynecologist | 1 |
| Medical Specialist | 2 |
| Pediatrics | 1 |
| Psychiatrist Specialist | 1 |
The grand total of newly added vacancies across these three hospitals is 20.
Terms, Conditions, and Application Procedure
The corrigendum explicitly states that all other terms, conditions, and application procedures will remain the same as detailed in the original advertisement (INF(P) 3956/25).
Interested candidates are advised to refer to the initial advertisement for comprehensive details regarding:
Eligibility criteria (qualifications and experience)
The application process and required documentation
The fixed-pay salary package
The deadline for applications and other important dates
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the purpose of this corrigendum?
A1: This corrigendum serves to correct and update a previous job advertisement. It cancels the vacancies for DHQ Hospital South Waziristan and adds 20 new vacancies for specialist doctors in three other hospitals.
Q2: Are the specialist positions at DHQ Hospital South Waziristan still available?
A2: No. The advertisement for DHQ Hospital South Waziristan has been declared null and void and is no longer part of this recruitment drive.
Q3: Where can I find the details on how to apply for these new positions?
A3: The application procedure, eligibility criteria, and other terms and conditions are detailed in the original advertisement, referenced as INF(P) 3956/25, which was published in major newspapers. Candidates must refer to that advertisement for application details.
Q4: How many new specialist doctor jobs have been announced in total?
A4: A total of 20 new fixed-pay positions for specialist doctors have been added across hospitals in Chitral Upper, Mirali (NWTD), and Kohistan Lower.
This expansion of opportunities underscores the commitment of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Health Department to improving specialized healthcare services in various districts. Qualified specialist doctors are encouraged to refer to the original advertisement and apply for these important roles.
Deputy Secretary (Establishment)
Health Department, Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
