Medical Officer

Education, Experience & Competencies

• MBBS degree from a recognized institution.

• Valid registration with the national medical council.

• At least 1–2 years of clinical experience; exposure to psychiatry/mental health preferred.

• Knowledge of psychotropic medications, psychiatric emergencies, and WHO mhGAP protocols.

• Strong diagnostic, clinical, and interpersonal skills.

Job Description:

Background: Aga Khan Health Service, Pakistan (AKHS, P) runs one of the largest not-for-profit private healthcare systems in the country, with a focus on the regions of Gilgit-Baltistan, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, Punjab, and Sindh. Its core focus includes initiatives for hard-to-reach populations through services like outreach clinics, training of community midwives to provide low-cost health services in remote areas, screening for non-communicable diseases, and digital health solutions.

Aga Khan Health Service, Pakistan is looking for competent Medical Officer for Aga Khan Hospital, Gilgit.

Job Responsibilities:

Clinical Care

• Conduct initial and follow-up medical and psychiatric assessments.

• Diagnose common mental health conditions in line with WHO mhGAP guidelines.

• Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications under supervision of a psychiatrist.

• Provide emergency care in psychiatric crises (e.g., suicide attempts, violent behavior, withdrawal syndromes).

• Screen and manage physical health conditions of psychiatric patients.

Patient & Family Support

• Explain diagnoses, treatment options, and care plans to patients and families in an understandable and compassionate manner.

• Support adherence to treatment and engage families in psychoeducation.

Collaboration & Teamwork

• Work closely with psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, and social workers in planning and delivering patient care.

• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, ward rounds, and discharge planning.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain complete, accurate, and confidential medical records.

• Prepare case summaries, referral letters, and discharge notes.

• Report adverse drug reactions or critical incidents as per hospital policy.

Capacity Building & Research

• Participate in continuing medical education (CME) and hospital training programs.

• Engage in mental health research, audits, and quality improvement initiatives.

• Contribute to community awareness and stigma reduction campaigns when required.

“Please note that Due to urgency of the position interview will be conducted taken on rolling basis.”

AKHS is committed to reducing our impact on climate and the environment and have set ourselves the goal of striving for net-zero carbon operations by 2030. All staff is expected to take part in making this a reality. The Medical Officer accompanied with his/her Line Manager is expected to identify and understand which aspects of his/her work have most impact on the environment, and define tasks, work, and personal goals within his/her work plan to reduce these impacts and bring AKHS closer to net zero.

Interested candidates meeting the criteria can apply latest by November 30, 2025