Professor (Anaesthesia)

Contract · Karachi · 1 Post

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the cardiothoracic anaesthesia service and set clinical protocols for complex cardiac surgeries.
• Supervise and mentor associate professors, assistant professors, and senior registrars in daily operative practice.
• Deliver postgraduate teaching and structured training to residents enrolled in the cardiothoracic anaesthesia fellowship.
• Chair departmental academic sessions, morbidity and mortality reviews, and case-based learning discussions.
• Guide and approve research projects and publications undertaken by faculty and trainees in the department.
• Coordinate with cardiac surgery and cardiology teams to plan anaesthesia management for high-risk patients.
• Represent the department in hospital administration meetings on quality improvement and patient safety.
• Review and update anaesthesia protocols in line with evolving international best practices.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Qualification in Cardiothoracic Anaesthesia as per PM&DC rules and regulations.
• Experience: Extensive relevant clinical and academic experience with publications, as per PMDC criteria for Professor rank.
• Key Skills: Cardiothoracic anaesthesia, clinical leadership, postgraduate teaching, research supervision.
• Age Limit: 50 years (as on closing date, general relaxation applicable per government rules)
• Gender: Both
• Apply: By Post/Courier (see How to Apply section below)

Associate Professor (Anaesthesia)

Contract · Karachi · 1 Post

Job Responsibilities

• Provide anaesthesia cover for cardiothoracic surgical procedures across scheduled and emergency operating lists.
• Assist the Professor in supervising assistant professors, senior registrars, and trainee residents.
• Conduct bedside teaching and case discussions for postgraduate trainees rotating through the department.
• Manage perioperative anaesthesia planning for high-risk cardiac patients including those with comorbidities.
• Participate in departmental audits, morbidity and mortality meetings, and quality assurance activities.
• Support research initiatives and co-author publications relevant to cardiothoracic anaesthesia practice.
• Coordinate with critical care and cardiac surgery teams on postoperative patient management plans.
• Deputize for the Professor in academic and administrative matters when required.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Qualification in Cardiothoracic Anaesthesia as per PM&DC rules and regulations.
• Experience: Relevant clinical and academic experience with publications, as per PMDC criteria for Associate Professor rank.
• Key Skills: Cardiothoracic anaesthesia, perioperative management, teaching, clinical audit.
• Age Limit: 45 years (as on closing date, general relaxation applicable per government rules)
• Gender: Both
• Apply: By Post/Courier (see How to Apply section below)

Associate Professor (Cardiac Imaging)

Contract · Karachi · 1 Post

Job Responsibilities

• Report and interpret echocardiography, cardiac CT, and cardiac MRI studies for inpatients and outpatients.
• Establish and maintain quality standards for the cardiac imaging department’s diagnostic protocols.
• Train residents and echo technologists in advanced cardiac imaging techniques and interpretation.
• Collaborate with cardiology and cardiac surgery teams on pre-procedural and post-procedural imaging assessments.
• Lead departmental research projects using cardiac imaging data and co-author scientific publications.
• Evaluate and recommend new imaging equipment and software upgrades for the department.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case conferences to guide treatment decisions using imaging findings.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Relevant postgraduate qualification in Cardiac Imaging/Cardiology as per PM&DC rules and regulations (preferred).
• Experience: Relevant clinical and academic experience as per PMDC criteria for Associate Professor rank.
• Key Skills: Echocardiography, cardiac CT/MRI interpretation, imaging quality control, teaching.
• Age Limit: 45 years (as on closing date, general relaxation applicable per government rules)
• Gender: Both
• Apply: By Post/Courier (see How to Apply section below)

Assistant Professor (Anaesthesia)

Contract · Karachi · 1 Post

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver anaesthesia for cardiothoracic surgical cases under the supervision of senior faculty.
• Assess patients preoperatively and formulate individualized anaesthesia plans for cardiac procedures.
• Supervise senior registrars and residents during operative anaesthesia administration.
• Participate in on-call rotations to cover emergency cardiac surgical anaesthesia needs.
• Maintain accurate anaesthesia records and contribute to departmental clinical audits.
• Conduct teaching sessions and skills demonstrations for junior residents and trainees.
• Support ongoing departmental research and data collection for publications.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Qualification in Cardiothoracic Anaesthesia as per PM&DC rules and regulations.
• Experience: Relevant clinical experience with publications, as per PMDC criteria for Assistant Professor rank.
• Key Skills: Cardiothoracic anaesthesia, preoperative assessment, patient monitoring, clinical documentation.
• Age Limit: 40 years (as on closing date, general relaxation applicable per government rules)
• Gender: Both
• Apply: By Post/Courier (see How to Apply section below)

Assistant Professor (Critical Care)

Contract · Karachi · 1 Post

Job Responsibilities

• Manage critically ill post-cardiac-surgery patients in the intensive care and cardiac care units.
• Lead ventilator management, hemodynamic monitoring, and sedation protocols for ICU patients.
• Supervise senior registrars and residents on ICU rounds and emergency resuscitation events.
• Coordinate with cardiac surgeons and anaesthetists on postoperative complication management.
• Participate in on-call rotations to provide round-the-clock critical care coverage.
• Conduct teaching rounds and simulation-based training for critical care trainees.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives aimed at reducing ICU mortality and complications.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: FCPS (Critical Care) as per PM&DC rules and regulations.
• Experience: Relevant clinical experience with publications, as per PMDC criteria for Assistant Professor rank.
• Key Skills: Critical care management, ventilator management, hemodynamic monitoring, emergency response.
• Age Limit: 40 years (as on closing date, general relaxation applicable per government rules)
• Gender: Both
• Apply: By Post/Courier (see How to Apply section below)

Senior Registrar (Anaesthesia)

Contract · Karachi · 1 Post

Job Responsibilities

• Administer anaesthesia independently for routine and moderately complex cardiac surgical procedures.
• Conduct preoperative assessments and obtain informed consent for anaesthesia in cardiac patients.
• Monitor patients continuously during surgery and respond promptly to intraoperative complications.
• Assist consultants during high-risk and complex cardiothoracic anaesthesia cases.
• Participate in the on-call roster covering emergency cardiac anaesthesia requirements.
• Supervise and guide junior residents and trainees during operative anaesthesia sessions.
• Maintain detailed anaesthesia records and support departmental audit and reporting activities.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: As per PM&DC rules and regulations.
• Experience: 02 years of completed Fellowship in Cardiothoracic Anaesthesia.
• Key Skills: Cardiothoracic anaesthesia administration, patient monitoring, emergency response.
• Age Limit: 35 years (as on closing date, general relaxation applicable per government rules)
• Gender: Both
• Apply: By Post/Courier (see How to Apply section below)

Senior Registrar (Critical Care)

Contract · Karachi · 1 Post

Job Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day clinical management of critically ill patients in the ICU and cardiac care unit.
• Perform bedside procedures including central line insertion, intubation, and ventilator titration.
• Respond to code blue and emergency resuscitation calls within the hospital.
• Coordinate handovers between shifts to ensure continuity of critical care management.
• Liaise with cardiac surgeons, anaesthetists, and cardiologists on patient care plans.
• Supervise junior residents on ICU duties and bedside patient assessments.
• Maintain accurate ICU documentation and contribute to case-based learning sessions.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: As per PM&DC rules and regulations.
• Experience: 02 years of completed Fellowship in Critical Care.
• Key Skills: ICU patient management, bedside procedures, emergency resuscitation.
• Age Limit: 35 years (as on closing date, general relaxation applicable per government rules)
• Gender: Both
• Apply: By Post/Courier (see How to Apply section below)

Legal Officer

Contract · Karachi · 1 Post

Job Responsibilities

• Handle service disciplinary matters involving employees and prepare related documentation and reports.
• Represent NICVD in court cases and coordinate with external legal counsel where required.
• Draft, review, and vet contracts, agreements, and legal correspondence on behalf of the institute.
• Advise hospital administration on compliance with labor laws and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain records of ongoing litigation, disciplinary proceedings, and case timelines.
• Liaise with government departments and regulatory bodies on legal and administrative matters.
• Prepare legal opinions and briefs for senior management on institutional matters.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: LLB from a recognized institution.
• Experience: 03-04 years of post-qualification experience in service disciplinary matters, court cases, and legal affairs.
• Key Skills: Legal drafting, litigation coordination, regulatory compliance, disciplinary case handling.
• Age Limit: 35 years (as on closing date, general relaxation applicable per government rules)
• Gender: Both
• Apply: By Post/Courier (see How to Apply section below)

Echo Technologist

Contract · Karachi · 1 Post

Job Responsibilities

• Perform transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiograms under the direction of consultant cardiologists.
• Prepare patients for echo procedures and ensure correct positioning and probe settings.
• Capture, store, and archive echocardiographic images in the hospital’s imaging system.
• Maintain and calibrate echocardiography equipment to ensure accurate diagnostic imaging.
• Assist physicians during stress echo and other specialized cardiac imaging procedures.
• Follow infection control protocols and maintain cleanliness of imaging equipment and rooms.
• Coordinate scheduling of echo appointments with the outpatient and inpatient departments.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: BS-MT (Cardiovascular Sciences) OR B.Sc. with Diploma/Training in the relevant field.
• Experience: 02 years of relevant experience in echocardiography or cardiovascular technology.
• Key Skills: Echocardiography, patient preparation, imaging equipment handling, data archiving.
• Age Limit: 30 years (as on closing date, general relaxation applicable per government rules)
• Gender: Both
• Apply: By Post/Courier (see How to Apply section below)