Medical Officer - Day Care Chemotherapy (CMS AKUH) - LOCUM at Aga Khan University

, , Pakistan -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Chemotherapy Administration, Lumbar Puncture, Intrathecal Chemotherapy, Paracentesis, Bone Marrow Aspiration, Trephine Biopsy, Patient Assessment, Medical Documentation, Clinical Imaging, Interpersonal Communication, Multi-disciplinary Coordination, BLS Certification

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Medical Officer - Day Care Chemotherapy (CMS AKUH) - LOCUM Department: Clifton Medical Services Entity: Aga Khan University Hospital Location: Karachi, Pakistan Introduction: Clifton Medical Services (CMS) is part of the Aga Khan University Hospital's Outreach Medical Centres, designed to conveniently provide quality healthcare services to patients 24 hours a day, seven days a week, closer to where they live and work. CMS offers 24/7 Emergency Services for patients of all ages who need emergency medical attention. When patients require admission, they can be directly transferred to in-patient units located at Stadium Road Campus through a well-equipped ambulance accompanied by qualified staff. Our wide range of multi-specialty clinics for men, women, and children of all ages are designed to meet the needs and demands of patients based on their health status and lifestyle. CMS also has state-of-the-art Daycare Chemotherapy and Dialysis units, where patients receive compassionate care, treatment, and services from highly qualified, trained, and experienced doctors, nurses, technicians, and administrative staff. When the doctor requests laboratory tests or clinical imaging (e.g. X-ray, Ultrasound, CT scan, Mammogram & OPG scan), the patient can get it done at CMS. For all prescriptions, patients can pick up their medicines from our pharmacy, also conveniently located at CMS. CMS offers World Class Quality Services, demonstrated by our gold seal accreditation from the prestigious Joint Commission International. We go to great lengths to ensure our medical care meets these international standards, making patient safety and satisfaction a priority. As an equal opportunity employer, AKU believes in promoting a diverse and inclusive culture and is committed to adopt appropriate standards for safeguarding and promoting a respectful relationship with and between diverse workforce of its faculty, staff, trainees, volunteers, beneficiaries, wider communities, and other stakeholders with whom it works, including children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees/trainees and partners to share this commitment. Responsibilities: You are required to: assess patient before and during chemotherapy administration enter chemotherapeutics in accordance with consultants’ advice prescribe post-chemotherapy medications perform outpatient diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including and not limited to Lumbar-Puncture, Intrathecal chemotherapy, Paracentesis, Bone Marrow aspiration and Trephine Biopsy participate in outpatient clinics and patient management under supervision ensure proper documentation of medical record and record keeping effectively communicate with patients and consultants actively participate in Journal clubs and continuous medical education work and coordinate with multi-disciplinary team of doctors, nurses, pharmacists and other allied health persons. perform patient’s initial evaluation, investigation, and management to maintain consistent high clinical quality and service standard. Requirements: MBBS degree and additional diploma or MCPS in relevant field preference At least 3 years of relevant experience A valid license from Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) Ability to work independently and with teams Ability to work under pressure on different rotations/shifts Strong interpersonal and communication skills A valid BLS certificate Comprehensive employment reference checks will be conducted.

Responsibilities

The Medical Officer is responsible for assessing patients and administering chemotherapy treatments according to consultant advice. They must perform various diagnostic and therapeutic procedures while maintaining accurate medical records and coordinating with a multi-disciplinary healthcare team.