Senior Medical Officer (Paediatrics)

The Aga Khan Hospital, Karimabad, Karachi, is seeking a Senior Medical Officer specializing in Paediatrics to join its dedicated healthcare team. This role involves providing comprehensive medical care within a well-established tertiary care hospital known for its commitment to quality, patient safety, and community welfare. The successful candidate will work closely with consultants and multidisciplinary teams to deliver effective paediatric healthcare services, ensuring timely and appropriate management of patients in both outpatient and inpatient settings.

Key Responsibilities:
- Assist consultants in managing patients in outpatient and inpatient departments.
- Conduct initial evaluations, investigations, and management plans to ensure appropriate and timely patient disposition.
- Deliver high-quality patient care in accordance with established treatment plans.
- Demonstrate sound clinical judgment, maintain accurate documentation of clinical progress, and complete discharge summaries.
- Supervise and guide medical officers during their rotations to ensure adherence to clinical standards.
- Perform common medical procedures under consultant supervision.

Required Qualifications:
- MBBS degree with a valid license from the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council.
- Minimum of five years of relevant clinical experience for MBBS-qualified candidates. Those who have completed MCPS training should have at least three years of experience in the paediatrics field.
- Strong ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Willingness to work in shifts as per hospital requirements.

Comprehensive employment reference checks will be conducted to ensure the suitability of candidates.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits:
While specific additional qualifications or benefits are not explicitly mentioned, the Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH) offers a supportive and inclusive work environment. AKUH is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and promotes a respectful workplace culture. The institution is renowned for its accreditation by the Joint Commission International (JCI) as an Academic Medical Centre and its Clinical Laboratories’ accreditation by the College of American Pathologists (CAP), reflecting its commitment to excellence in healthcare delivery.

AKUH’s extensive network includes multiple off-campus hospitals, medical centres, clinical laboratories, and pharmacies across Pakistan, along with home healthcare services, providing a dynamic and resource-rich environment for medical professionals. The hospital also offers patient welfare programs, including zakat support for eligible patients, underscoring its dedication to community health and social responsibility.

This position offers an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to paediatric healthcare within a prestigious institution known for its high standards and patient-centered approach.