DBM- Manual on Position Classification and Compensation

Chapter 9
Position Classification and Compensation Scheme in Local Government
Units
9.2.1.8 Municipal Health Officers (MHOs) and Rural Health Physicians
(RHPs) – The MHO as a mandatory position is the municipal department head in
charge of formulating and implementing the health and medical programs for the whole
municipality. It assumes supervision, coordination and monitoring of rural health
Position Classification and Compensation Scheme
In LGUs 9-11 units (RHUs) within the municipality. The RHP is ordinarily in charge of a
small medical team of health service personnel assigned in a RHU which renders
preventive and medical services in specific area of assignment within the municipality,
usually consisting of at least one (1) barangay. Notwithstanding that the RHP pursuant
to RA No. 7305 is given the same salary grade as the MHO, the MHO has ascendancy
over the RHP in the hierarchical ranking of positions in LGUs.
9.2.1.9 Changes in Nomenclature of Positions - In line with Section 325 (f) of RA
No. 7160, changes in designation or nomenclature of positions resulting in promotion or
demotion in ranks or increase or decrease in compensation shall not be allowed, except
when the positions are actually vacant.

RA 7160
Sec. 325. General Limitations. The use of the provincial, city, and
municipal funds shall be subject to the following limitations:
(f) No changes in designation or nomenclature of positions resulting in a
promotion or demotion in rank or increase or decrease in compensation
shall be allowed, except when the position is actually vacant, and the
filling of such positions shall be strictly made in accordance with the civil
service law, rules and regulations;