| Detail | For this role |
|---|---|
| Department | Clinical and Medical |
| Level | Entry level |
| Reports to | Chief Medical Officer |
| Direct reports | None |
| Experience | Fresher to 3 years in Ayurvedic OPD or therapy practice |
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Job title: Ayurveda Doctor
Department: Clinical and Medical
Reports to: Chief Medical Officer
Location: [City], [office, branch or site]
About the role
An Ayurveda Doctor treats patients using Ayurvedic principles at a hospital, clinic or wellness centre. The person examines patients, diagnoses by Ayurvedic methods, prescribes herbal medicines and therapies, and guides diet and lifestyle. In an Indian setting this BAMS role runs OPD, advises on panchakarma, and often works alongside modern medicine. A good Ayurveda doctor builds patient trust with careful case-taking, safe and effective prescriptions, and honest advice, keeping follow-up strong so chronic patients see real, lasting improvement over time.
Key responsibilities
- Examine patients using Ayurvedic diagnostic methods including pulse, history and observation.
- Diagnose conditions and prescribe classical and proprietary Ayurvedic medicines safely.
- Advise and supervise panchakarma and other therapies suited to the patient.
- Guide patients on diet, daily routine and lifestyle as part of the treatment.
- Run the Ayurveda OPD and manage patient load through the clinic hours.
- Maintain clear case records, prescriptions and follow-up notes for every patient.
- Refer patients to modern medicine or specialists when the condition needs it.
- Follow up on chronic patients and adjust treatment based on response.
- Ensure safe, quality medicines and hygienic therapy practice in the department.
- Educate patients and the public on Ayurvedic health, honestly and without overclaiming.
Requirements
- BAMS degree from a recognised college
- Registration with the state board of Indian medicine
- Panchakarma or specialisation training an advantage
- Fresher to 3 years in Ayurvedic OPD or therapy practice
KRAs and KPIs for a Ayurveda Doctor
Key result areas for the appraisal form, each with a KPI you can measure every month or quarter.
| Key result area | How to measure it |
|---|---|
| OPD care | Daily OPD patient load managed with adequate consultation time each patient |
| Case documentation | Case records and prescriptions completed for every patient seen |
| Follow-up adherence | Chronic patients followed up on schedule at the target rate |
| Patient improvement | Treatment response reviewed and plans adjusted for follow-up patients |
| Safe prescribing | Zero adverse events from unsafe prescriptions or therapies in the year |
| Patient satisfaction | Ayurveda OPD patient satisfaction held above the department threshold each quarter |
Skills and tools
Tools used day to day: Pulse diagnosis skills, Ayurvedic pharmacopoeia, Panchakarma therapy setup, Patient records system, Weighing and vitals tools.
Reporting line and career path
Next roles: Senior Ayurveda Consultant, Panchakarma Specialist, Chief Medical Officer (Ayurveda)
Interview questions for a Ayurveda Doctor
- How do you take a case and reach an Ayurvedic diagnosis?
- When would you refer an Ayurveda patient to modern medicine?
- How do you decide which panchakarma therapy suits a patient?
- How do you counsel a patient on diet and lifestyle so they actually follow it?
- How do you ensure the Ayurvedic medicines you prescribe are safe and genuine?
- How do you set honest expectations with a patient about treatment time?
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What does an Ayurveda doctor do?
An Ayurveda doctor treats patients using Ayurvedic principles. They examine patients, diagnose by Ayurvedic methods, prescribe herbal and classical medicines, supervise therapies such as panchakarma, and guide diet and lifestyle. They run the Ayurveda OPD, keep case records, follow up chronic patients and refer to modern medicine when a condition needs it, building trust through honest care.
What qualification do you need to be an Ayurveda doctor?
You need a BAMS degree, a bachelor of Ayurvedic medicine and surgery, from a recognised college, followed by registration with the state board of Indian medicine. Postgraduate study or panchakarma specialisation helps for senior consultant roles. The registration allows lawful Ayurvedic practice, and clinical experience builds the case-taking and prescribing skill the role demands.
What is the difference between an Ayurveda doctor and an MBBS doctor?
An Ayurveda doctor holds a BAMS degree and treats using Ayurvedic diagnosis, herbal medicines and therapies. An MBBS doctor is trained in modern medicine and treats with allopathic methods. Both are qualified, registered practitioners in their systems, and in many Indian hospitals they work alongside each other, referring patients where the other system suits better.