Staff Medical Officer, Manager's Off-Radiology

Staff Medical Officer, Manager's Off-Radiology

Department: Radiology

Entity: Aga Khan University Hospital

Location: Karachi, Pakistan

Introduction:

The Aga Khan University Hospital 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 secondary care 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 Department of Radiology offers a comprehensive range of highly sophisticated imaging tests and procedures that are conducted in a welcoming environment that focuses on quality and patient comfort. The diagnostic services are supported by advanced, state-of-the-art technologies like 3T MRI, 640 slice CT, Mammography, Bone density, Nuclear Imaging, Interventional services, general x-rays, etc. The department is dedicated to patient services and imaging excellence through highest professional and technological standards. The department maintains state-of-the-art technology imaging services to provide our physicians and patients with the most accurate, timely and informative results.

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 will be responsible to:

• perform ultrasound procedures, assist radiologist in special/interventional procedures, manage patients under radiologist supervision, and ensure quality time during procedures.
• provide education material to staff and students regarding ultrasound procedures and protocols
• flow your daily roster and manage the leaves so work may not effect
• manage medical surgical supplies in the ultrasound section, ensuring equipment functionality, and participating in audits related to the ultrasound section.
• enhance clinical competencies under faculty supervision, participate in educational activities like Grand Rounds and Journal Clubs, and stay informed about infection control practices in the workplace.

Requirements:

You should have:

• MBBS
• At least 10+ years post-MBBS experience in a large hospital/busy ultrasound or
• ARDMS with 8+ years’ experience required or 
• M.Phil./MS with 5+ years’ experience required or
• MCPS/DMRD with 4+ years’ experience required
• ability to understand issues from the patient's perspective and conflict resolution.
• ability to perform/supervise independently
• good knowledge of diagnostic radiology equipment
• knowledge of patient positioning, film processing and general record keeping
• effective communication, decision-making, and quick response to crises are crucial skills for faculty, staff, patients, and families to address issues and prevent recurrence.
• ability to counsel patients and their families and to adapt content, style, tone and medium of communication to suit the target audience’s language, cultural background and level of understanding.
• good written communication skills, especially with regard to patient care documentation.

Comprehensive employment reference checks will be conducted