RMO (Labor Room) Evening Shift

Naimat Begum Hamdard University Hospital is looking for a qualified and dedicated Female Resident Medical Officer (RMO) to join the Labor Room team in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology. The role is based at Madinat al-Hikmah, Karachi, and involves providing comprehensive obstetric care around the clock. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing deliveries, ensuring the safety of both mother and newborn, and working closely with senior medical staff.

Key Responsibilities:
- Provide continuous coverage in the Labor Room, managing all patients in labor.
- Independently conduct normal vaginal deliveries (NVDs) and assist with instrumental deliveries and cesarean sections.
- Perform initial assessments of all obstetric and gynecological emergency patients presenting to the emergency room.
- Monitor fetal heart rates and labor progress using partograms, promptly identifying high-risk cases.
- Manage obstetric emergencies such as postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) and eclampsia according to established protocols.
- Take detailed admitting histories, conduct examinations, and maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records.
- Coordinate effectively with Anesthesia, Pediatrics (NICU), and Operating Theatre staff to ensure seamless patient care.
- Ensure proper handover to the next shift and provide detailed briefings to consultants regarding critical patients.
- Counsel patients and their attendants about their condition and treatment plans with empathy and clarity.
- Maintain strict infection control practices, uphold discipline in the OT and Labor Room, and regularly check essential drugs and equipment.

Required Qualifications:
- MBBS degree with valid PMDC/PMC registration.
- Completion of House Job, preferably in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
- 1-2 years of experience as an RMO in the Labor Room of a reputable hospital.

Preferred Qualifications:
- FCPS-I or MCPS in Obstetrics and Gynecology is preferred.

Skills and Attributes:
- Confidence in managing normal vaginal deliveries and obstetric emergencies.
- Strong clinical knowledge of cardiotocography (CTG), basic ultrasonography (USG), and labor management protocols.
- Excellent communication skills with an empathetic and patient-centered approach.
- Ability to work efficiently during long shifts and perform well under pressure.

This is a full-time position involving rotational shifts, reporting directly to the Senior Registrar, Consultant Gynecologist, and Head of Department. The role requires physical presence at the hospital location.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting their CV for consideration.