Senior Medical Officer - Daycare Oncology
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LocationKarachi, Pakistan
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience5–8 yrs
DepartmentOncology
Company size10,000+ people
First seenNov 3, 2026 · 2d ago
Verified live2d ago
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MBBS from a recognized institution
Minimum 5 years of post-MBBS experience, including one year of House Job; alternatively, 3–8 years of experience with an additional diploma or MCPS
Strong clinical assessment, documentation, and patient management skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams
Demonstrated empathy, professionalism, ethical conduct, and commitment to patient safety
Commitment to continuous professional development and quality improvement
FCPS Part I or MRCP Part I preferred
Comprehensive employment reference checks will be conducted
Benefits
Welfare support
Entity
Aga Khan University Hospital
Department
About the role
Oncology
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.
As an equal opportunity employer, AKU believes in promoting a diverse and inclusive culture and is committed to adopting 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
AKUH is in search of a Senior Medical Officer for our Oncology team who will work under the supervision of the team’s attending physician, actively participating in the overall care and coordination of patients. Under guidance of team members, you will be responsible to:
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Assess patients, document clinical findings, develop management plans, and present cases during ward rounds.
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Coordinate with the on-call Fellow and other healthcare teams to ensure continuity of care.
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Conduct pre-procedure assessments, complete required documentation and consent forms, and follow physician orders.
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Monitor patients, assist with procedures, and perform basic clinical procedures as required.
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Prepare discharge summaries and provide discharge instructions and education to patients and their families.
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Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure compliance with infection control and patient safety standards.
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Collaborate with nursing and paramedical staff to ensure timely, coordinated, and quality patient care.
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Participate in regular duties and night calls on a rotational basis (every fourth day).
Requirements
You should have:
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MBBS from a recognized institution.
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FCPS Part I or MRCP Part I preferred.
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Minimum 5 years of post-MBBS experience, including one year of House Job; alternatively, 3–8 years of experience with an additional diploma or MCPS.
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Strong clinical assessment, documentation, and patient management skills.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
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Demonstrated empathy, professionalism, ethical conduct, and commitment to patient safety.
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Commitment to continuous professional development and quality improvement.
Hiring process
Note: Comprehensive employment reference checks will be conducted. Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.