Chief Medical Officer

14 hours ago

Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan Aga Khan University Full time
Chief Medical Officer (CMO) and Associate Dean, Clinical Affairs

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The Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH) is a not-for-profit healthcare institute that offers comprehensive medical services under one roof. It includes a tertiary care hospital in Karachi, four Off-Campus Hospitals, over 30 Medical Centres, more than 290 Clinical Laboratories, 30+ Pharmacies across Pakistan, along with Home Healthcare Services and home medicine deliveries. The hospital provides Zakat for eligible patients and supports those in financial need through Patient Welfare programs. AKUH is accredited by the Joint Commission International (JCI) as an Academic Medical Centre, and its Clinical Laboratories are accredited by the College of American Pathologists (CAP).

As an equal opportunity employer, AKU promotes diversity and inclusion, committed to safeguarding and fostering respectful relationships with its diverse workforce, including faculty, staff, trainees, volunteers, beneficiaries, and communities, including vulnerable populations.

About the Position:

The Chief Medical Officer is a key member of the Core Management Team of the Hospital's Health Services, involved in defining the overall strategy and direction. As Associate Dean of Clinical Affairs, the incumbent will be part of the Medical College leadership.

This role provides medical oversight, expertise, and leadership to ensure the delivery of affordable, high-quality healthcare. Responsibilities include developing and implementing innovative clinical programs through collaboration with internal and external strategic partners.

The CMO will lead the clinical vision of the organization and guide hospital departments to ensure high standards of care and affordability.

Job Role / Responsibilities:

  • Oversee credentialing and privileging of faculty, chair the Credentialing Committee, and ensure faculty attain and maintain privileges.
  • Evaluate and update policies in line with international standards.
  • Supervise medical records review, accreditation, and certifications, including JCI accreditation.
  • Foster a strong academic and service environment across campuses.
  • Oversee infection prevention and control measures to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Improve patient experience, monitor care-related events, and address patient complaints and incidents.
  • Manage risk and medico-legal issues, and measure clinical outcomes.
  • Ensure quality bedside teaching and 24/7 medical coverage, coordinating with educational programs.
  • Support undergraduate and postgraduate medical education, collaborating with relevant academic committees.

Eligibility Criteria / Requirements:

  • Medical degree, preferably MBBS, from a recognized institution.
  • Valid medical license (PMDC).
  • Academic rank of Associate Professor or higher, with at least 10 years of clinical experience, including 5 years in leadership.
  • Experience in clinical risk management is advantageous.
  • Strategic thinker with strong communication skills and a track record of leadership and collaboration.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, complex environment and drive change.

References will be verified as part of the hiring process.

Seniority level
  • Executive
Employment type
  • Full-time
Job function
  • Business Development, Healthcare Provider, Strategy/Planning
Industries
  • Higher Education, Hospitals, and Healthcare
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