Consultant Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine Physician (Lahore)

Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital & Research Centre

Lahore , Pakistan

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This full-time position offers an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and dedicated professional to play a pivotal role in pulmonary and critical care medicine at Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital & Research Centre in Lahore. The successful candidate will provide specialized pulmonary and critical care expertise in the daily management of critically ill cancer patients. This role demands collaboration within multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care and involves active participation in teaching and training programs for residents in internal medicine, specialty fellows in pulmonary medicine, and respiratory therapists. Close coordination with surgeons, physicians from other specialties, and allied healthcare staff is an essential aspect of this position.

Key Responsibilities

- Deliver expert pulmonary and critical care management for hospitalized cancer patients.
- Collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Teach and mentor residents in internal medicine as well as fellows specializing in pulmonary medicine.
- Provide training and educational support to respiratory therapists.
- Liaise closely with surgeons, physicians from various specialties, and allied health professionals to ensure integrated patient care.
- Demonstrate the ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining high standards of clinical care.
- Take on increasing responsibilities over time, contributing to the growth and development of the pulmonary and critical care services.

Required Qualifications

- American Board certification in Internal Medicine with a post-residency fellowship in Pulmonology or Critical Care.
- Alternatively, MRCP (UK) with a minimum of three years of post-membership experience in respiratory medicine and intensive care medicine.
- Full registration with the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC).
- Strong computer literacy and excellent communication skills.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and manage complex clinical situations effectively.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits

While not explicitly stated, candidates who demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development and teaching excellence will be highly valued. The role offers a dynamic work environment within a leading cancer hospital, providing opportunities for professional growth and contribution to cutting-edge patient care and education.

This position is ideal for an individual eager to advance their career in pulmonary and critical care medicine within a multidisciplinary oncology setting, combining clinical expertise with teaching responsibilities.