DOH Job Vacancies Hiring 2026: 9 Government Job Vacancies Available in Multiple Regions
The Department of Health hiring for 2026 includes nine plantilla positions posted through the Civil Service Commission Job Portal. These government job vacancies are assigned to DOH offices and medical facilities in Zamboanga City, Pampanga, Quezon, Palawan, and Iloilo.
Available positions include Nurse I, Nurse III, Medical Officer III, Dentist II, Occupational Therapist I, Respiratory Therapist III, Administrative Assistant III, Social Welfare Assistant, and Laboratory Technician II.
Interested applicants should carefully review the minimum education, eligibility, training, and experience requirements. Most applications must be submitted by July 30 or July 31, 2026, while one position remains open until August 3, 2026.
1. Nurse III
The Nurse III will be assigned to the Nursing Service Office or Renal Center for Western Mindanao at Zamboanga City Medical Center. This position may involve supervising nursing activities, supporting renal-care services, coordinating patient care, and maintaining professional nursing standards.
- Agency: Department of Health—Region IX
- Place of assignment: Zamboanga City Medical Center, NSO/Renal Center for Western Mindanao
- Plantilla item number: OSEC-DOHB-NURS3-570066-2021
- Salary grade: SG 17
- Monthly salary: ₱49,562
- Eligibility: RA 1080—Registered Nurse
- Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Training: Four hours of relevant training
- Experience: One year of relevant experience
- Application deadline: July 31, 2026
Applicants must also possess an updated Professional Regulation Commission license.
Official job link:
https://csc.gov.ph/career/job/5410701
2. Respiratory Therapist III
This position is assigned to the Pulmonary Unit of Zamboanga City Medical Center. A Respiratory Therapist III generally supports patients experiencing respiratory or cardiopulmonary conditions, operates respiratory-care equipment, and assists with pulmonary treatment procedures.
- Agency: Department of Health—Region IX
- Place of assignment: Zamboanga City Medical Center, Pulmonary Unit
- Plantilla item number: OSEC-DOHB-RSTH3-570051-2015
- Salary grade: SG 17
- Monthly salary: ₱49,562
- Eligibility: RA 1080—Respiratory Therapist
- Education: Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy
- Training: Eight hours of relevant training
- Experience: Two years of relevant experience
- Application deadline: July 31, 2026
An updated PRC license and proof of relevant experience and training must be included in the application.
Official job link:
https://csc.gov.ph/career/job/5410705
3. Occupational Therapist I
The Occupational Therapist I will work under the Rehabilitation Medicine unit of Zamboanga City Medical Center. The position may assist patients in improving their ability to perform everyday activities following an illness, injury, developmental condition, or disability.
- Agency: Department of Health—Region IX
- Place of assignment: Zamboanga City Medical Center, Rehabilitation Medicine
- Plantilla item number: OSEC-DOHB-OT1-570055-2015
- Salary grade: SG 11
- Monthly salary: ₱31,705
- Eligibility: RA 1080—Occupational Therapist
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy
- Training: None required
- Experience: None required
- Application deadline: July 31, 2026
Because no previous training or work experience is required, qualified newly licensed occupational therapists may be eligible to apply.
Official job link:
https://csc.gov.ph/career/job/5410704
4. Social Welfare Assistant
The Social Welfare Assistant vacancy is assigned to the DOH Treatment and Rehabilitation Center in Iloilo. The successful applicant may assist with client records, social welfare activities, patient support, reports, and coordination of rehabilitation-related services.
- Agency: Department of Health—Region VI
- Place of assignment: DOH Treatment and Rehabilitation Center Iloilo
- Plantilla item number: OSEC-DOHB-SOCWAS-251-2014
- Salary grade: SG 8
- Monthly salary: ₱22,423
- Eligibility: Career Service Subprofessional or First Level Eligibility
- Education: Completion of two years of college studies, or completion of Grade 12/Senior High School
- Training: Four hours of relevant training
- Experience: One year of relevant experience
- Application deadline: July 31, 2026
The CSC document’s extracted salary field appears as “₱22.00.” Since the position is Salary Grade 8, this article uses ₱22,423, the official 2026 SG 8 Step 1 salary published by the Department of Budget and Management. Applicants should confirm the final compensation with the hiring office.
Official job link:
https://csc.gov.ph/career/job/5405422
5. Administrative Assistant III (Secretary II)
This administrative position is assigned to the Office of the Regional Director in DOH Region III. It may involve scheduling, correspondence preparation, document management, records processing, office coordination, and administrative support for regional officials.
- Agency: Department of Health—Region III
- Place of assignment: Office of the Regional Director
- Plantilla item number: OSEC-DOHB-ADAS3-150020-2014
- Salary grade: SG 9
- Monthly salary: ₱24,329
- Eligibility: Career Service Subprofessional or First Level Eligibility
- Education: Completion of two years of college studies, or Grade 12/Senior High School
- Training: Four hours of relevant training
- Experience: One year of relevant experience
- Application deadline: July 30, 2026
Applicants should be capable of providing administrative services and managing office equipment, supplies, correspondence, and work assignments.
Official job link:
https://csc.gov.ph/career/job/5406548
6. Dentist II
The Department of Health is also accepting applications for a Dentist II position in Region IV. The successful applicant may deliver dental consultations, preventive oral healthcare, diagnosis, treatment, and other public dental-health services.
- Agency: Department of Health—Region IV
- Place of assignment: Not specified in the CSC posting
- Plantilla item number: OSEC-DOHB-DENT2-270010-2021
- Salary grade: SG 17
- Monthly salary: ₱49,562
- Eligibility: RA 1080
- Education: Doctor of Dental Medicine or Dental Surgery
- Training: Four hours of relevant training
- Experience: One year of relevant experience
- Application deadline: August 3, 2026
The application is being handled by the medical center office in Barangay Munting Parang, Tagkawayan, Quezon.
Official job link:
https://csc.gov.ph/career/job/5405708
7. Nurse I
Ospital ng Palawan is hiring a Nurse I for its Nursing Service. This entry-level professional nursing position may include bedside care, monitoring patients, administering prescribed treatments, maintaining nursing records, and coordinating with other healthcare personnel.
- Agency: Department of Health—Region IV
- Place of assignment: Ospital ng Palawan, Nursing Service
- Plantilla item number: OSEC-DOHB-NUR1-300042-2014
- Salary grade: SG 15
- Monthly salary: ₱42,178
- Eligibility: RA 1080
- Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Training: None required
- Experience: None required
- Application deadline: July 31, 2026
Newly licensed nurses may qualify because the listing does not require previous relevant training or work experience.
Official job link:
https://csc.gov.ph/career/job/5405685
8. Medical Officer III
The Medical Officer III will be assigned to the Emergency Medicine Department of Ospital ng Palawan. The physician may assess emergency patients, determine appropriate treatment, manage urgent medical cases, and coordinate with nurses and specialist services.
- Agency: Department of Health—Region IV
- Place of assignment: Ospital ng Palawan, Emergency Medicine Department
- Plantilla item number: OSEC-DOHB-MDOF3-300030-2003
- Salary grade: SG 21
- Monthly salary: ₱73,303
- Eligibility: RA 1080—Physician
- Education: Doctor of Medicine
- Training: None required
- Experience: None required
- Application deadline: July 31, 2026
This vacancy provides the highest listed monthly salary among the nine positions.
Official job link:
https://csc.gov.ph/career/job/5405682
9. Laboratory Technician II
The Laboratory Technician II will be assigned to the DOH Treatment and Rehabilitation Center in Iloilo. The role may support specimen handling, laboratory procedures, data recording, equipment operation, and preparation of laboratory reports.
- Agency: Department of Health—Region VI
- Place of assignment: DOH Treatment and Rehabilitation Center Iloilo
- Plantilla item number: OSEC-DOHB-LABT2-478-2014
- Salary grade: SG 8
- Monthly salary: ₱22,423
- Eligibility: Career Service Subprofessional, First Level Eligibility, or applicable Laboratory Technician eligibility under CSC rules
- Education: Completion of two years of college studies, or Grade 12/Senior High School
- Training: Four hours of relevant training
- Experience: One year of relevant experience
- Application deadline: July 31, 2026
As with the Social Welfare Assistant listing, the extracted CSC salary appears as “₱22.00.” The official 2026 SG 8 Step 1 rate is ₱22,423.
Official job link:
https://csc.gov.ph/career/job/5405423
General Application Requirements
Depending on the position and hiring facility, applicants may be required to submit:
- An application letter indicating the position and plantilla item number
- Fully accomplished Personal Data Sheet with Work Experience Sheet
- Recent passport-sized or unfiltered digital photograph
- Transcript of Records and diploma or proof of educational attainment
- Proof of Civil Service eligibility, board rating, or professional license
- Certificates of relevant training and employment
- Latest performance rating, when applicable
- General weighted average certification for fresh graduates, when requested
The Zamboanga City Medical Center vacancies require applicants to complete the applicable online applicant registry. Applications for Region III, Region IV, and Region VI positions may be submitted through the address, email, courier, or application channel identified in each CSC announcement. Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Conclusion
These DOH job vacancies for 2026 offer opportunities for licensed healthcare professionals, administrative personnel, senior high school graduates, and applicants with first-level Civil Service eligibility. Salaries range from approximately ₱22,423 to ₱73,303 per month, depending on the position and salary grade.
Applicants should open the corresponding CSC link, review the complete announcement, prepare all documentary requirements, and submit their application before the stated deadline. Job seekers are strongly advised to verify any updates directly with the Department of Health facility or regional office concerned before submitting personal documents.