Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Centre (SKMCH&RC) is a specialist tertiary care cancer centre built and funded by charitable donations with a mission to provide the best possible cancer care to all patients. SKMCH&RC is a comprehensive and modern cancer hospital, fully-equipped and staffed to treat all types of cancer. The Hospital is also committed to train medical and allied health professionals and is recognised by the College of Physicians and Surgeons, Pakistan for training in a number of disciplines. SKMCH&RC has a team of UK- and US-trained physicians who provide state-of-the-art diagnostic, treatment and support facilities to patients. SKMCH&RC is pleased to invite applications for the following positions:

Interventional Radiology Fellowship

Applications invited for a one-year Clinical Fellowship in Interventional Radiology with major streams covering Vascular and Interventional Radiology and Interventional Neuroradiology, commencing from April 2012. The selected individual is expected to provide clinical service in Vascular and Interventional Radiology and Interventional Neuroradiology, learn pre- and post-procedural care in addition to procedural skills and provide on-going support and consultation to clinical services. The programme is based in the Radiology Department and is supervised by our team of trained interventional radiologists.

Eligibility Criteria:

·            MBBS

·            FRCR/FCPS

·            Minimum 4 years of approved Radiology training experience

Fellowship in Medical Oncology

Applications are invited for a Fellowship in Medical Oncology, which is a part of an established training programme recognised by the College of Physicians and Surgeons, Pakistan.

Up to 5,000 new cancer patients are seen annually at our facility. There is special emphasis on a multi-disciplinary approach to the management of cancer with site specialist teams comprising of medical, radiation, and surgical oncologists, specialty physicians, radiologists and pathologists. This offers a unique experience for the trainees to learn and understand all aspects of management of solid tumours and haematological malignancies, which will prepare them to become well-trained, highly-qualified oncologists according to international standards. In addition, there is a strong emphasis on research, with a number of cancer treatment trials in progress at any time.

The fellowship training period is 3 years, which eventually leads to the FCPS in Medical Oncology upon successful completion of training and passing the examination.  Fellows who perform extremely well during their training may be offered an additional year of training at an affiliated institution in the US or UK, which will be arranged by SKMCH&RC. Once Fellows have the requisite overseas experience, they become eligible for an appointment at the consultant level at SKMCH&RC.

Job Description:

·            The training post(s) is for a period of 3 years

·            The selected candidate(s) will rotate through various site specialist oncology teams over 3 years to allow exposure to the whole range of oncology. They will be supervised by consultant oncologists during each attachment with regular appraisals to ensure adequate progress in training

·            The selected candidate(s) will be involved in patient care in outpatient clinics, inpatient floors, and the chemotherapy bay

·            They will participate in an on call rota for assessment and management of patients presenting to the emergency assessment room

·            They will be expected to participate in the academic activities of the department including presentations, research, audit, and teaching junior doctors and nurses

Eligibility Criteria:

·            FCPS in Internal Medicine

Consultant Physician (Internal Medicine)

The Hospital is looking for highly-motivated and committed individuals to undertake positions as Locum Consultant Physicians, who will be expected to provide Internal Medicine expertise in the day-to-day management of sick cancer patients coming to the Emergency Room and those admitted.

The Physicians will also have the opportunity to collaborate with oncologists to improve the outcome of cancer treatment at SKMCH&RC and be expected to participate actively in the teaching and training programme for junior doctors in the Internal Medicine Department. They will also liaise closely with surgeons and physicians in other specialties and staff within the Hospital.

Eligibility Criteria:

·            FCPS Part-II within the last 3 years/MRCP/American Boards in Internal Medicine

·            Ability to work under pressure, interact and coordinate with diverse groups of people

·            Good computer and communication skills

·            Willing and able to take on increasing responsibility with time.

Post Graduate Resident Doctor, Internal Medicine Department

Essential requirements in selected candidates will include the following:

·            MBBS (should have passed all professional examinations in first attempt obtaining at least 59% marks in final professional)

·            One-year house job (preferably in medicine and allied specialties)

·            FCPS Part-I (in Medicine) OR MRCP Part-I

·            Good computer and communication skills are essential.

·            Willing to work under pressure and able to take on increasing responsibility with time

·            Skills and confidence in making precise and accurate decisions based on a patient’s history, physical examination and all clinical information available

·            Training environment geared towards preparation for the FCPS examination, MCQ/SEQ and case-based tutorials as well as bed-side teaching

·            Direct consultant supervision

The Internal Medicine Department is recognised for training for FCPS in Medicine, as well as for MRCP (UK).

Medical Officer (Medical Oncology)

Eligibility Criteria:

·            MBBS (should have passed all professional examinations in the first attempt obtaining at least 59% marks in Final Professional).

·            Should have valid PMDC license. 

·            Should have completed one-year house job in Medicine and Surgery (further experience is desirable).

·            Willing and able to take on increasing responsibility with time.

·            Computer literacy and good communication skills are essential.

Resident Doctor (Nuclear Medicine)

Eligibility Criteria:

·            MBBS (should have passed all professional examinations at 1st attempt obtaining at least 59% marks in final Professional).

·            One year House Job in Surgery and Medicine.

·            FCPS part-I (in Diagnostic Radiology).

Medical Officer (Surgical Oncology)

Eligibility Criteria:

·         MBBS (should have passed all professional examinations in the first attempt obtaining at least 59% marks in Final Professional).

·         Should have completed one-year House Job in Surgery and Medicine.

·         Candidates currently working in surgical units shall be preferred.

·         Candidates interested in Head and Neck, Orthopedics, Breast Surgery and Urology shall be preferred.

Manager Outpatient and Ambulatory Services

Eligibility Criteria:

·         MBA or MHA from an HEC recognized Institution. Doctors with administrative experience will also be considered.

·         Candidates should have sound decision-making, budget management, analytical, and planning skills.

·         Candidates should possess thorough knowledge of routine operations within a professional services environment.

·         Candidates should have sound conflict management, negotiation, problem solving, planning, communication, and interpersonal skills.

·         Candidates should be able to demonstrate ability to work in interdisciplinary teams.

·         Candidates with managerial experience in a health care institution will be preferred.

·         Candidates with knowledge of healthcare and hospital related key performance indicators will be preferred.

·         Candidates with knowledge of ISO Certification, Joint Commission Standards and/or quality improvement processes will be preferred.

Responsibilities:

The position is responsible for:

·         Administrative functions in the OPD Clinics.

·         Overall administration of 3 Satellite Locations.

·         Portering Services throughout the Hospital.

Clinical Research Coordinator

Eligibility Criteria:

·         Minimum qualification MBBS.

·         One year house job.

·         One year relevant experience will be preferred.

·         Candidate should be proficient in computers (Microsoft Office).

·         Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Trainee Cancer Registry Officer (For Cancer Registry and Clinical Data Management)

 Eligibility Criteria:

Qualification required:

BSc in Anatomy/Biology/Physiology/Zoology

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·            Should have preferably received  Bachelor’s degree within the last two years

·            Experience in medical transcription or medical terminology would be a plus

·            Good knowledge of computers (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

 Fellowship in Body Imaging

Applications invited for a one-year Fellowship in Body Imaging, commencing from April 2012. The selected individual will be exposed to complex and challenging general and oncology cases at two sites. The Radiology Department and its satellite centre are equipped with 1.5T and open MRI systems (DTI and spectroscopy), multi-detector CTs including two 64-channel units fully-cardiac capable, an interventional suite, high-end ultrasound, gamma cameras and CR system including mammography. Our PET-CT scanning system is also now functional. The Hospital Information System and Radiology Information System (RIS) rely on PACS in our filmless department. The Fellow may also participate in breast imaging including MR and intervention. Research is encouraged and the fellow will be provided with protected research time; involvement in multidisciplinary meetings is mandatory.

 Eligibility Criteria:

·         MBBS

·         FRCR/ FCPS

·         Minimum 4 years of approved Radiology training experience.

Fellowship Programme in Radiology (CT/PET)

Applications invited for a one-year CT/PET Fellowship programme for individuals who have completed their training in Radiology. The programme is designed to immerse the fellow in clinical imaging activities with a focus on CT/PET, and involvement in CT/PET-related research.

Job Description:

·         The selected candidate(s) will also participate in structured rotations within diagnostic radiology with a focus on body imaging and oncology

·         They will be expected to become familiar with all aspects of CT/PET including performance and interpretation of CT/PET, and supervision of departmental protocols and safety.

·         The successful candidate must demonstrate a commitment to clinical excellence and research.

Eligibility Criteria:

·         MBBS

·         FCPS or equivalent in Radiology.

Fellowship In Breast Surgery

Applications invited for a Fellowship in Breast Surgery, which is a new, fully-funded position at the Hospital. The programme is an ideal opportunity for senior surgical trainees near the end of training with an interest in breast disease that would like to consolidate and expand their specialist training in a breast unit of international repute. SKMCH&RC is one of the largest cancer centers in Asia, dealing with about 8,000 new patients per year, of whom nearly 1,200 have breast cancer. The Hospital is equipped to deal with both diagnostic and therapeutic aspects of symptomatic and screening-detected breast abnormalities. In view of the large number of patients seen here, the selected trainee will be guaranteed wide exposure to the clinical and surgical management of breast cancer including sentinel node lymphatic mapping, basic and advanced surgical procedures and oncoplastic breast procedures.

Our multidisciplinary consultant team consists of three breast surgeons, one plastic surgeon, three radiologists, seven pathologists, four medical oncologists and four radiation oncologists.

Eligibility Criteria:

·         FCPS OR approved overseas equivalent qualification. 

·         At least 6 months previous experience in breast disease and a commitment to further training in this specialty.

·         Ability to work under pressure, interact and coordinate with diverse groups of people.

·         Computer literacy and good communication skills.

·         Willing and able to take on increasing responsibility with time.

Fellowship in Paediatric Oncology

Applications are invited for a three-year Fellowship in Paediatric Oncology. The Hospital receives approximately 300 new paediatric cancer patients annually. All paediatric patients are treated by teams of highly-trained medical, radiation and surgical oncologists, making the Hospital ideally suited for a postgraduate training programme in Paediatric Oncology.

We offer a unique learning experience that will prepare the selected candidate(s) to become well-trained, highly-qualified paediatric oncologists of an international standard. SKMCH&RC places a strong emphasis on research, with a number of cancer treatment trials in progress at any time. Fellows will be trained in the inpatient and outpatient management of complex cancer cases, management of oncologic emergencies, radiation oncology, cancer radiology, supportive care and research methodology.

The fellowship training period is 3 years. Fellows who perform extremely well during their training may be offered an additional year of training at an affiliated institution in the US or UK, which will be arranged by SKMCH&RC. Once Fellows have the requisite overseas experience, they become eligible for an appointment at the consultant level at SKMCH&RC.

Eligibility Criteria:

Those wishing to apply must possess one of the following:

·         FCPS in Paediatrics/ MRCP (UK) Paediatrics)/MRCPCH/American Boards in Pediatrics

Fellowship in Cytopathology

Applications are invited for a one-year Fellowship in Cytopathology. This new, Hospital-based training program aims to provide the Fellow with a sound knowledge of the scientific basis of cytopathology and to prepare them to be a competent practitioner in dealing with problems as related to cytology. It will also help the Fellow achieve a clear understanding of anatomical pathology/histopathology as applied to cytology. The institution is committed to multidisciplinary approach to management.

Eligibility Criteria:

·      FCPS in Histopathology

Medical Officer (Paediatric Oncology)

Eligibility Criteria:

·         MBBS (should have passed all professional examinations in the first attempt obtaining at least 59% marks in final professional)

·         Should have completed one-year house job (further experience is desirable) with at least six months experience in paediatrics

·         Willing and able to take on increasing responsibility with time

·         Good computer and communication skills are essential.

Resident Doctor in Radiation Oncology (4-Year Training Program)

Eligibility Criteria:

·         MBBS

·         One year house job in Surgery and Medicine

·         FCPS Part-I (in Radiology) cleared

Resident Doctor (Radiology)

Eligibility Criteria:

·         MBBS (should have passed all professional examinations at 1st attempt obtaining at least 59% marks in final Professional)

·         One year house job in Surgery and Medicine

·         FCPS Part-I (in Radiology) cleared

Security Surveillance Coordinator

Eligibility Criteria:

·         FA/FSC.

·         Minimum 25 years age, with at least 2 years security-related experience will be preferred.

·         Vigilant, self-starter, team player, physically fit and should have strong interpersonal and communication skills.

·         Must be able to read, write and understand in Urdu and English.

Trainee Staff Nurse (Lahore & Peshawar)

The SKMCH&RC Nursing Division is looking for healthy, energetic and professionally-ambitious individuals (minimum age 20 years) to take on positions as trainee staff nurses.

Eligibility Criteria:

Current License:

Current registration with Pakistan Nursing Council (PNC).

Professional Qualifications:

·         Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) (minimum Second Division) from an accredited Nursing Institution/University (approved by Pakistan Nursing Council or HEC) or

·         Diploma in General Nursing (minimum Second Division) from an accredited Nursing Institution (approved by Pakistan Nursing Council)

·         Diploma in Midwifery (minimum Second Division) from an accredited Nursing Institution (approved by Pakistan Nursing Council). Female applicants only

Academic Qualifications:

·         Must have Matriculation with science subjects (minimum Second Division).

We Offer:

·         For Registered Nurses, starting salary will be Rs.18,000/- and will be raised to Rs.22,000/- after first year

·         For Registered Nurses (with BScN) starting salary will be Rs. 22,000/-

Health Care Assistant – Female (Shaukat Khanum Diagnostic  Centre and Clinic, Karachi)

·         Matric with science subjects

·         Fresh candidates – One year of hospital/clinic experience will be preferred

·         Good communication and interpersonal skills

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The University of Bradford, UK.

B.Sc. (Hons) in Medical Imaging

September 2012

Applications are invited for the B.Sc (Hons) programme in Medical Imaging offered by the University of Bradford, UK. This 3-year programme provides an opportunity to be part of an exhilarating world of new technology in diagnostic medicine and is designed for motivated students who endeavor to explore new horizons in modern medicine, while concurrently obtaining practical experience at SKMCH&RC. We invite students with three good A’s in A - levels, a first division pass in B.Sc, or a good F.Sc result, to apply. Candidates with IELTS>6 will be preferred

Successful candidates will be formally registered with the University of Bradford and will be entitled to online access to the same university facilities as students based in the UK. As trainees, students will learn how to perform a wide range of X-ray imaging examinations on patients, ranging from simple X-ray procedures to the more sophisticated CT, MRI, Ultrasound and Digital Angiography examinations.