Senior Medical Officer, Obstetrics

5 days ago


Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan Aga Khan University Full time

Position: SeniorMedical Officer, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Entity: Aga Khan University Hospital

Department: Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Location: Karachi, Pakistan

Introduction:

The Aga Khan University Hospital is a not-for-profit healthcare institute that offers all medical services to their patients under one roof. In addition to the tertiary care hospital in Karachi, AKUH has a network of 4 secondary care hospitals, 30+ Medical Centres, and over 290+ Clinical Laboratories, 30+ Pharmacies in over 120+ cities across Pakistan. It also offers Home Healthcare Services and home deliveries of medicines. The Hospital provides Zakat for those patients who are eligible, and the health systems offers generous Patient Welfare to support those in financial need. In recognition of its high quality and patient safety, the 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) for fast and accurate testing.

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology (Obgyn) was commissioned in the year 1986 and was re-configurated as part of the Division of Women and child health in 2009. Obgyn offers wide range of academic programs and clinical services. The academic programs cater to undergraduate medical students, interns, FCPS and MCPS residents, Fellows and Physicians. It offers residency program to a total of 34 candidates and Fellowship program in sub-specialty of Uro-Gynaecology, Gynecological-Oncology and Fetal Maternal Medicine.

As an equal opportunity employer, AKU believes in promoting a diverse and inclusive culture and is committed to adopting appropriate standards for safeguarding and promoting a respectful relationship with and between diverse workforce of its faculty, staff, trainees, volunteers, beneficiaries, wider communities, and other stakeholders with whom it works, including children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees/trainees and partners to share this commitment.

Responsibilities:

AKUH is in search of a Senior Medical Officer who will be expected to support patient care in the Obgyn area by conducting appropriate assessments and diagnosis and providing general medical treatment as per protocols.You will be responsible to:

  1. Deliver superior patient care by conducting thorough assessments, diagnoses, and general medical treatments in adherence to ethical guidelines and defined protocols.
  2. Facilitate timely assessment, reassessment, and discharge planning for patients.
  3. Administer correct medications and treatments as per the primary attending physician's recommendations.
  4. Provide appropriate patient and family counseling pertaining to healthcare needs.
  5. Complete necessary documentation and accurate and timely record-keeping by completing relevant forms.
  6. Coordinate with medical staff and work under the guidance of on-call consultants to ensure patients receive care in accordance with established policies and protocols.
  7. Train unit staff in providing effective medical care and safe patient handling.
  8. Coordinate patient care rounds to ensure seamless coordination and continuity of care.
  9. Stay updated on clinical practice guidelines, pathways, and hospital protocols to ensure high-quality patient care.
  10. Remain vigilant about adherence to quality and infection control policies and practices during clinical practice.
  11. Actively engage in departmental activities related to education and quality improvement.

Requirements:

You should have:

  • An MBBS degree with MCPS or FCPS-I completed.
  • A valid certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and a valid PMDC license.
  • At least five years of post-MBBS experience or three years of post-MCPS experience, (inclusive of at least 3-6 months in Obgyn).
  • Ability to effectively work independently as well as with teams and cope-up with pressure on different rotations/shifts.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, particularly communication skills.
  • Ability to deal with medical emergencies.
  • Willingness to work in shifts.

Note: Comprehensive employment reference checks will be conducted.

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