Key Takeaways
- Rawalpindi Division Commissioner Salman Ghani ordered the display of duty rosters.
- The directive aims to reduce absenteeism and improve patient access.
- All public health facilities must prominently show staff schedules.
Commissioner Rawalpindi Division, Salman Ghani, has issued a new directive aimed at enhancing transparency and accountability within the public healthcare system. The order mandates that duty rosters be displayed in prominent locations at the main entrances of all public health facilities under his jurisdiction.
According to the official statement from Associated Press Of Pakistan, this move is part of an ongoing effort to curb absenteeism among staff members and ensure better service for incoming patients. By making the schedules visible, the Commissioner hopes to increase patient trust and satisfaction with the healthcare services provided.
The directive requires that all public health facilities comply strictly with the new policy. Non-compliance could result in penalties or further action against errant institutions. The Commissioner emphasized the importance of this measure in maintaining a high standard of service delivery.
Dr. Ayesha Khan, head of Rawalpindi Division’s Public Health Department, stated that the duty rosters will be updated regularly to reflect any changes in staff schedules. She added that patient feedback on the implementation of this policy would be closely monitored and used to make necessary adjustments.
Local healthcare providers have welcomed the initiative, seeing it as a step towards greater transparency and accountability. However, some practitioners expressed concerns about potential disruptions during the initial phase of implementation. Dr. Muhammad Ali, a general practitioner in Rawalpindi, commented: 'While I support the idea, ensuring smooth operation without causing inconvenience to patients will be crucial.'
The Commissioner’s office has also provided guidelines for the display of duty rosters, including font size and placement instructions, to ensure uniformity across all facilities. These guidelines are expected to be distributed to all relevant departments in the coming days.
In a related development, several public health facilities have already begun implementing the new policy. Dr. Zara Ahmed, manager at Rawalpindi General Hospital, reported that their facility has been displaying duty rosters for two weeks now and has seen an improvement in patient satisfaction levels.
'While I support the idea, ensuring smooth operation without causing inconvenience to patients will be crucial.'
Dr. Muhammad Ali, General Practitioner
