Senior Medical Officer - Paediatrics & Child Health

The Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH) in Karachi, Pakistan, is seeking a qualified and dedicated professional to join its Department of Paediatrics and Child Health, specifically within the Neonatology section. AKUH is a renowned not-for-profit healthcare institution offering comprehensive medical services, including tertiary care, secondary hospitals, medical centers, clinical laboratories, pharmacies, and home healthcare services across Pakistan. The hospital is accredited by the Joint Commission International (JCI) and its laboratories by the College of American Pathologists (CAP), reflecting its commitment to high-quality patient care and safety. The Neonatology unit at AKUH is one of the largest and most advanced in the country, featuring a 24-bed Level 3 NICU that supports approximately 1,200 admissions annually and collaborates closely with a busy maternal-fetal medicine unit managing around 6,000 deliveries per year. The department also supports teleconsultations and outreach to other AKUH sites nationwide.

Key Responsibilities

- Deliver safe, effective, and compassionate care to neonates in the NICU, Step-down Unit, and other neonatal areas.
- Conduct thorough patient assessments, diagnoses, and administer general medical treatments in line with established protocols and ethical standards.
- Facilitate timely patient reassessment, discharge planning, and ensure continuity of care.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the primary attending physician.
- Provide counseling and support to patients’ families regarding healthcare needs.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation, completing all relevant medical records and forms.
- Collaborate with medical staff and work under the guidance of on-call consultants to ensure adherence to hospital policies and protocols.
- Train and mentor unit staff in effective medical care and safe patient handling techniques.
- Coordinate patient care rounds to promote seamless communication and multidisciplinary care.
- Stay current with clinical practice guidelines, hospital protocols, and infection control policies.
- Participate actively in departmental education, research, and quality improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

- MBBS degree with MCPS or FCPS in Paediatrics; additional training or experience in Neonatology is preferred.
- Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and a current license from the Pakistan Medical Council (PMC).
- Minimum of five years post-MBBS experience or three years post-MCPS experience, ideally including structured residency or fellowship training in Pediatrics and Neonatology.
- Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, managing pressure across various shifts.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Proficiency in managing neonatal emergencies and performing neonatal procedures such as intubations, umbilical line insertions, and chest tube placements.
- Willingness to work in shifts as required.

AKUH is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. The institution upholds high standards for safeguarding and promoting respectful relationships among its workforce, trainees, volunteers, and the communities it serves, including vulnerable populations. Comprehensive employment reference checks will be conducted, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.