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Aga Khan University Hospital

Pakistan

The Aga Khan University Hospital, in addition to its five hospitals, creates access through its Outreach Services, which include Clinical Laboratories, Outpatient Medical Centers, Pharmacy services, Home Health, and other services. Outreach Services are designed to provide primary to secondary healthcare services to patients near their homes and are present in several cities across Pakistan.

The Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Department at AKUH provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services to assist adults and children in improving their physical and neurological disabilities. Psychological, social, and vocational interventions are some of the modalities that are employed in order to restore physical functions, minimize pain, and disability of the patients.

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 the 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:

1. Assess patients, develop, and deliver individualized physical therapy treatment programs for those with medical ailments or health-related issues that limit movement or abilities in everyday activities.
2. Conduct perceptual psychosocial activities and instrumental activities of daily living.
3. Assess patients for the need for adaptive equipment and/or assistive devices.
4. Liaise with medical personnel in daily ward rounds and with peers in the outpatient rehabilitation department to obtain relevant information about the progress/needs of patients.
5. Educate and advise patients and their families regarding the diagnosed condition, the treatment plan, the expected prognosis, and the short and long-term goals.
6. Participate in internal (in-house) and/or external training programs and research activities.
7. Interact professionally with patients, families, peers, and medical and health care personnel.
8. Write patient assessment and progress notes according to the designated format.
9. Comply with the department policies and organizational quality standards, i.e., JCIA.

You should have/be:

1. DPT in Physical Therapy from a recognized university.
2. Minimum one year of experience as a Physical Therapist or one year of a traineeship, preferably in a hospital.
3. Knowledge of physical therapy theory, techniques, and equipment.
4. Ability to perform physical therapy procedures and apply/use assistive devices/gait aides.
5. Experience in pain management will be preferred.
6. Good interpersonal skills, particularly communication skills.
7. Good command in the use of computer applications, particularly MS Office.
8. Willingness to work independently as well as in teams and handle work pressure.

Please send your detailed CV to

Please mention " " in the subject line.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Applications should be submitted latest by January 1, 2025 .

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 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:

• demonstrate safe handling and proper use of equipment/supplies
• provide high quality personalized planned holistic nursing care to all assigned patients
• administer medication safely, applying knowledge of drug and dosages, refers drug manual and/or pharmacy information as required, monitors patient responses to medication and communicate reportable findings promptly
• counseling and educating patients on health behaviors
• demonstrate efficiency in use of electronic monitoring equipment
• demonstrate competence in patient assessment and care plan accordingly
• perform any other task assigned by supervisor.

You should have:

• a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing (BScN)
• valid license from Pakistan Nursing Council
• certification in Basic Life Support, ACLS, PALS, NRP provider, Safe Medication Administration and Intravenous Cannulation
• ability to assess, plan and manage patient care with expertise as per protocols
• willingness to work with shifts

Comprehensive employment reference checks will be conducted.

Please send your detailed CV by email to and mention the subject with position title " ".

Applications should be submitted latest by December 12, 2024 .

The Department of Surgery provides comprehensive and sub-specialty care in the areas of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Dental-Oral, Maxillo-facial Surgery, General Surgery, Breast Surgery, Neurosurgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Otolaryngology, Pediatric Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Urology and Vascular Surgery. The Department has 114 full-time and part-time faculty with a strong commitment to teaching and research. Formal structured undergraduate teaching, postgraduate residency, and fellowship programs are integrated into the academic functions of the department.

Aga Khan University Hospital invites applications for the position of Medical Officer, Surgery.

As an equal opportunity employer, AKU believes in promoting a diverse and inclusive culture and is committedto 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:

• perform pre-operative evaluation of the patients
• perform post-operative management of surgical patients
• document the above in a timely manner and communicate appropriately with the patients and their families
• ensure availability on the premises when on call and respond promptly to the calls
• remain updated on infection control procedures, standard protocols, and clinical practice of the hospital.

You should have:

• MBBS degree from an HEC-recognized university
• at one year post MBBS experience from a reputable institution
• a valid license from the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council
• willing to work shift duties.

You should send your detailed CV to and mark the subject with the position number “ ” in the subject line.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Note: Comprehensive employment reference checks will be conducted.

Applications should be submitted latest by February 16, 2025

The Department of Emergency Services at the Aga Khan University Hospital offers multiple specialties under one roof, enabling doctors from different services to work seamlessly together, offering a multidisciplinary health approach resulting in an effective continuum of care. The patients who require additional consultation are catered to, by visits of relevant specialty doctors from other departments, making complete, holistic care possible under one roof.

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:

• visit all patients on a daily-basis to ensure their comfort and satisfaction on the level of services provided
• follow-up to resolve queries and complaints raised by patients and their families while ensuring that those are timely entered in the system and provide timely feedback to the concerned
• maintain strong liaison with all the relevant departments and effectively coordinate with them for provision of necessary services
• coordinate with purchase department for the procurement of equipment / accessories and look after construction and maintenance activities
• supervise and coordinate with the concerned for smooth processing of patient admissions, transfers in and out from emergency
• maintain unit inventory with head nurse and follow up for the disposal and write-off of inventory
• conduct studies of service issues by collect and analyze data related to patient services and the issues arising out it, and share recommendations for improvement with the management
• ensure timely completion of special projects and assignments while ensuring that applicable policies and protocols are followed in the assigned units.

You should have:

• a Bachelor's degree, preferably a Masters degree from a recognized institution
• at least two years of related experience, preferably in a reputed tertiary care healthcare organization
• good technical skills and should be comfortable interacting with employees, physicians and other users of medical records
• proficiency in the use of computer applications, particularly MS Office package
• ability to gather data and make sound decisions
• excellent interpersonal skills, particularly communication skills
• ability to handle stressful situations and multi-task, ensuring that stringent deadlines are timely met
• willingness to work in shifts on need-basis.

You should send your detailed CV and mark the subject with the position number “ ” in the subject line.

Note: Comprehensive employment reference checks will be conducted.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Applications should be submitted latest by February 2, 2025

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.

AKU is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding and aims to adopt appropriate standards for safeguarding and promoting a respectful relationship with and between all 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.

We are seeking an energetic, innovative, and experienced Manager of Pharmacy to oversee and enhance the day-to-day operations within our pharmacy services. This role will be pivotal in managing medication management systems, ensuring the standards of quality, and the revenue streams and with new initiative initiatives to the services. The ideal candidate will possess a unique blend of clinical expertise, operational acumen, and technology savvy, with a strong emphasis on communication, negotiation, change management and mentoring skills.

The Manager Pharmacy Services will be responsible for managing the operations and assigned department within the Pharmacy. The key duties include managing day-to-day pharmacy services, ensuring the delivery of quality patient care, optimizing the use of medications, and overseeing the pharmacy team. The manager will work closely with clinical and administrative departments to support hospital goals and patient safety initiatives under supervision of Director Pharmacy Services.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leadership & Supervision : Lead and supervise the pharmacy team, ensuring staff performance aligns with goals and objectives. Conduct performance evaluations, provide coaching, and facilitate professional development for pharmacy staff.
• Strategic Planning & Service Development : Develop and implement strategic plans for the pharmacy service. Work on service development, including identifying new services or areas of improvement to enhance patient care and support hospital goals.
• Operational Management : Oversee assigned pharmacy operations, ensuring efficient medication dispensing, stock management, and patient safety. Maintain inventory, manage pharmacy budgets, and ensure appropriate resource allocation.
• Collaboration & Coordination : Liaise with other departments such as nursing, medical, purchase, IT and finance to ensure integrated care and services. Collaborate in developing and implementing clinical protocols, guidelines, and policies.
• Quality & Compliance : Ensure adherence to regulatory standards, including accreditation requirements (e.g., JCIA), and implement best practices in medication safety and management. Monitor medication error reports and facilitate corrective actions. Overseeing administrative functions, improving processes, and identifying innovative solutions including EHR etc.
• Clinical Services & Patient Safety : Promote the appropriate use of medications, participate in clinical rounds, and contribute to improving patient outcomes. Assist in medication therapy management and ensure that proper documentation is maintained for clinical audits.
• Education & Training : Develop and coordinate educational programs for pharmacy staff and other healthcare professionals on drug therapy, patient care protocols, and new treatments or medications.
• Financial Management : Assist with budgeting for pharmacy services, monitor drug costs, and seek cost-effective solutions without compromising patient care quality.
• Research & Development : Stay current with advancements in pharmaceutical practices and integrate evidence-based medicine into pharmacy services. Participate in research activities as required.
• Patient-Centered Care : Ensure the pharmacy department’s role in improving the patient experience and satisfaction by maintaining high standards in service delivery.

You should have:

• PharmD/Bachelor in Pharmacy; a relevant Master Degree in Pharmacy or advanced training in allied discipline will be given preference.
• MBA in health management will be considered an advantage
• Registered with pharmacy council Pakistan
• Minimum of 6-8 years of progressive professional and supervisory experience in a medium to large hospital including 3 years in a managerial capacity in a tertiary care academic institution
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to conceive ‘out of the box’ solutions for medication management related issues
• Automation of various aspects of medication management as a change agent
• Good interpersonal skills to build and guide teams within multidisciplinary environments
• Knowledge of pharmacy management and drug distribution system in a tertiary care hospital setting
• Flexibility, competency, ability and willingness to provide staff supervision at variable work hours and shifts
• Sound knowledge about healthcare informatics and ERP systems and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel & PowerPoint)

Comprehensive employment reference checks will be conducted.

You should send your detailed CV by email to and mention the position " " in the subject line.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Applications should be submitted latest by January 14, 2025

Aga Khan University Hospital

The Aga Khan University Hospital, in addition to its five hospitals, creates access through its Outreach Services which include Clinical Laboratories, Outpatient Medical Centers, Pharmacy services, Home Health, and other services. Outreach Services are designed to provide primary to secondary healthcare services to patients near their homes and are present in several cities across Pakistan.

The Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Department at AKUH provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services to assist adults and children in improving their physical and neurological disabilities. Psychological, social, and vocational interventions are some of the modalities that are employed in order to restore physical functions, minimize pain, and disability of the patients.

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. AKU expects all employees/trainees and partners to share this commitment.

You will be responsible to:

• Assess patients, develop, and deliver individualized physical therapy treatment programs for those with medical ailments or health-related issues that limit movement or abilities in everyday activities.
• Conduct perceptual psychosocial activities and instrumental activities of daily living.
• Assess patients for the need for adaptive equipment and/or assistive devices.
• Liaise with medical personnel in daily ward rounds and with peers in the outpatient rehabilitation department to obtain relevant information about the progress/needs of patients.
• Educate and advise patients and their families regarding the diagnosed condition, the treatment plan, the expected prognosis, and the short and long-term goals.
• Participate in internal (in-house) and/or external training programs and research activities.
• Interact professionally with patients, families, peers, medical and health care personnel.
• Write patient assessment and progress notes according to the designed format.
• Comply with the department policies and organizational quality standards i.e. JCIA.

You should have/be:

• DPT in Physical Therapy from a recognized university.
• Minimum one year of experience as a Physical Therapist or one year of a traineeship, preferably in a hospital.
• Knowledge of physical therapy theory, techniques, and equipment.
• Ability to perform physical therapy procedures and apply/use assistive devices/gait aides.
• Experience in pain management will be preferred.
• Good interpersonal skills, particularly communication skills.
• Good command in the use of computer applications, particularly MS Office.
• Willingness to work independently as well as in teams and handle work pressure.

Please send your detailed CV to

Please mention " " in the subject line.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Applications should be submitted latest by January 23, 2025 .

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 offer 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 Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Department at AKUH provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services to assist adults and children in improving their physical and neurological disabilities. Psychological, social, and vocational interventions are some of the modalities that are employed in order to restore physical functions, minimize pain, and disability of the patients.

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 the 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 for:

• Assessing patients and developing and delivering individual speech therapy treatment to improve the patient’s auditory comprehension, visual reading perception, oral motor strength, coordination and symmetry, swallowing components of oral phase, pharyngeal phase indicators, verbal expression, word finding skills, speech intelligibility and articulation, voice characteristics, written expression, gestured communication skills, and augmentative and alternative modes of communication.
• Writing patient assessment and progress notes according to the designed format.
• Liaising with medical personnel in daily ward rounds and with peers in the outpatient rehabilitation department to obtain relevant information about the progress/needs of patients.
• Educating and advising patients and their family regarding the diagnosed condition, the treatment plan, the expected prognosis, and the short and long term goals.
• Participating in internal (in-house) and/or external training programs and research activities.
• Interacting professionally with patients, families, peers, medical and healthcare personnel.
• Complying with the department policies and organizational quality standards i.e. JCIA.

You should have:

• MA in Speech Audiology & Pathology from a recognized university.
• One-year post-education experience as a speech therapist or 1-year traineeship, preferably in a hospital.
• Sound knowledge of speech therapy theory, techniques, and equipment.

You should send your detailed CV by email to and mention the position " " in the subject line.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Applications should be submitted latest by January 21, 2025 .