Senior Instructor, Clinician at Aga Khan University

, , Pakistan -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Sep, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Services, Ophthalmology, Teaching, Mentoring, Teamwork, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Patient Care, Community Outreach, Continuing Medical Education, Professional Conduct, Collaborative Practice, Surgery, Service Delivery, Patient Outcomes

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Entity: Aga Khan University Hospital Location: Karachi, Pakistan Introduction The Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH) is a not-for-profit healthcare institute that offers all medical services to their patients under one roof. In addition to the tertiary care hospital in Karachi, AKUH has a network of 4 Off-Campus Hospitals, 30+ Medical Centres, and over 290+ Clinical Laboratories, 30+ Pharmacies in over 120+ cities across Pakistan. It also offers Home Healthcare Services and home deliveries of medicines. The hospital provides zakat for those patients who are eligible, and the health systems offers generous patient welfare to support those in financial need. In recognition of its high quality and patient safety, the AKUH is accredited by the Joint Commission International (JCI) as an Academic Medical Centre and its Clinical Laboratories are accredited by the College of American Pathologists (CAP) for fast and accurate testing. 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. The Aga Khan Hospital for Women, Garden in collaboration with the Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences (AKHMCF) invites applications for the position of Senior Instructor in comprehensive ophthalmology. This role is ideal for a committed and skilled comprehensive ophthalmologist looking to make a meaningful impact through clinical care, education, and community outreach. The successful candidate will be based primarily at Garden Hospital and play a key role in managing ophthalmology conditions and contributing to the development of a high-quality community ophthalmology program within the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences. There will be an opportunity to do surgery at Garden Hospital and also to work at other community centers within the AKU eye health system, as indicated by the Chair of the Department. Key Responsibilities You will be responsible to: hold independent consultant status at the outreach AKUH centers. provide comprehensive clinical services within the scope of training. collaborate with and refer patients to appropriate specialists in the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences actively participate in the teaching and mentoring of undergraduate and postgraduate learners (UGME, PGME, and fellows as deemed appropriate). contribute to allied health training and Continuing Medical Education (CME) activities. engage in departmental initiatives aimed at expanding service delivery and improving patient outcomes across various care sites. Requirements You should have: completed postgraduate qualification: FCPS, FRCS, FRCOphth, American Board, or equivalent. candidates with clinical experience as independent practicing ophthalmologist will be preferred strong teamwork, communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills. demonstrate commitment to professional conduct and collaborative practice. Eligible candidates meeting the Aga Khan University’s faculty criteria may also be considered for a faculty appointment in the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will manage ophthalmology conditions and contribute to the development of a community ophthalmology program. They will also provide comprehensive clinical services and engage in teaching and mentoring of learners.