MCPS Traineeship Programme - Paediatrics and Child Health

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.

The Aga Khan Hospital, Hyderabad  offers all medical services to the patients under one roof. It is a 78-bed hospital that provide quality care to mothers, newborn and children. The MCPS programme at the Aga Khan Hospital, Hyderabad is accredited by College of Physicians and Surgeons  Pakistan. It is a 2-year structured program that provides the residents a holistic learning experience.

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.

You will be responsible to:

• →provide high-quality, compassionate care to mothers, newborns, and children, including conducting thorough patient assessments, developing treatment plans, and monitoring patient progress under supervision
• →participate actively in hands-on training, clinical rounds, and skill-building sessions to develop and refine clinical competencies, performing procedures with increasing independence.
• →maintain accurate and timely patient records, adhering to documentation protocols and ensuring patient confidentiality and data integrity
• →collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, communicating clearly with healthcare professionals, patients, and families to ensure coordinated and patient-centered care
• →engage in continuous learning by attending required educational sessions, participating in self-assessments, and staying updated on advancements in pediatric and maternal healthcare
• →contribute to research and quality improvement initiatives, assisting in data collection and analysis, and identifying opportunities to enhance patient outcomes and hospital practices.

You should have:

• MBBS from an institution recognised by PMDC
• valid PMDC license
• completed one-year house job including 3 months in paediatrics, additional experience in Paedaitrics and Child Heath will be given weightage in final selection

Comprehensive employment reference checks will be conducted.