The government has not recruited physiotherapists to government service in five long years. As a result, there are numerous vacancies that desperately need to be filled in our government hospitals. This lack of recruitment is not just a bureaucratic oversight; it is a pressing issue that affects the well-being of countless citizens. The current situation is putting immense pressure on the existing officers, who are overworked, and need to fulfill duties beyond their capacity.

These hard-working physiotherapists are experiencing burnout and stress, jeopardizing the quality of care they can provide. Additionally, the inability of officers to get transfers close to their hometowns due to staffing shortages aggravates the problem, affecting their personal and family lives. It is imperative for the government to understand that without a proper number of officers, the healthcare service is in grave danger, threatening to collapse under its own weight.

Filling these vacant positions is not just a matter of policy; it’s a necessity for the survival of an effective healthcare system. The prolonged vacancies are not sustainable, and immediate action is required. We need the health ministry to address this crisis by initiating a recruitment drive for physiotherapists right away, ensuring sufficient staffing to meet the growing demands of patient care.

We urge the Ministry of Health to take swift action in recruiting qualified physiotherapists, filling vacancies, and enabling existing officers to serve in locations closer to home, thus promoting a healthier work-life balance. This is essential for ensuring a robust health service that adequately serves the community.

Please sign this petition and help us make a compelling case for the recruitment of physiotherapists, ensuring the sustainability of quality healthcare in our government hospitals.