Specialist Gynaecologist (Laparoscopic Surgery) Job at Aga Khan University

AKU is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding and aims to adopt appropriate standards for ensuring 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.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Head of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Department, He/she is responsible for providing medical care for women’s reproductive health including the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of reproductive system disorders in women of all ages. He/ she will be expected to provide high-quality medical care to patients, utilizing the latest medical techniques and technologies, and working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.

You will be responsible to:

• conduct physical examination of patients and diagnose various conditions
• perform annual and regular diagnostic tests and examinations such as pap smears, STD tests, endometrial biopsies, and ultrasounds
• perform gynecological surgeries including; Hysterectomy, Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy (TLH), Laparoscopic Supracervical Hysterectomy (LSH), Laparoscopic Assisted Vaginal Hysterectomy (LAVH), Fibroid Removal, Laparoscopic Myomectomy for Fibroids, Hysteroscopic Myomectomy, and Ovarian Cyst Removal
• present treatment options to patients as well as explaining test results
• counsel patients on use of contraceptive methods and sexual health practices
• train and mentor junior specialists to be able to independently manage patients to a high level of competence
• comply with JCIA patient safety standards in maintaining quality care for patients
• maintain patients’ records and confidentiality in accordance with Hospital policies and statutory regulations
• work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals and support staff to provide comprehensive and patient-centered care
• any other roles assigned by the Supervisor.

Requirements

You should have:

• minimum Master of Medicine in Obstetrics and Genecology or equivalent from a recognized University
• minimum Master of Medicine in Radiology from a recognized Institution
• minimum six (6) years working experience
• Shortlisted candidate will need to register with the Medical Council of Tanganyika (MCT)