Trainee Medical Physicist - Radiology

Aga Khan Hospital & Medical College

Karachi , Pakistan

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Aga Khan University Hospital is seeking a Trainee Medical Physicist to join the Department of Radiology in Karachi, Pakistan. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience and training in quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) within Radiology, Nuclear Medicine, and PET/CT, alongside radiation dosimetry systems. The trainee will work closely with experienced Medical Physicists, contributing to clinical and research activities in a leading healthcare institution known for its commitment to patient care, advanced technology, and academic excellence.

Key Responsibilities

- Participate in didactic sessions and practical training focused on QA/QC tools used in Radiology, Nuclear Medicine, and PET/CT.
- Assist Medical Physicists in conducting QA and QC activities across Radiology, Nuclear Medicine, and PET/CT modalities.
- Support teaching, research, and radiation protection initiatives within the department.
- Rotate through various Radiology and related modalities as per the training schedule to gain comprehensive exposure and support QA/QC tasks.
- Observe clinical procedures in Radiology and Nuclear Medicine to develop familiarity with clinical practices.
- Perform routine Radiology procedures under supervision, maintaining accurate logs of all activities.
- Engage in continuous learning and contribute to maintaining the highest professional and technological standards in imaging services.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Physics or an equivalent field.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
- Proficiency in computer applications, including Microsoft Office.
- Willingness to undergo an aptitude test and interview as part of the selection process.
- Commitment to full-time engagement during the traineeship period.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits

- The traineeship includes a monthly stipend.
- Successful completion of the program may lead to full-time employment, subject to availability of vacant positions.
- The role offers exposure to state-of-the-art imaging technologies such as 3T MRI, 640 slice CT, Mammography, Bone Density, Nuclear Imaging, and Interventional services.
- The position is based in a JCI-accredited Academic Medical Centre with CAP-accredited Clinical Laboratories, ensuring a high standard of clinical and research environment.
- Comprehensive employment reference checks will be conducted, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

This traineeship is ideal for candidates seeking to build a career in medical physics within a multidisciplinary healthcare setting, combining academic learning with practical clinical experience.