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Education Management
Description:
The Aga Khan University is a private, autonomous university that promotes human welfare through research, teaching and community service initiatives. Based on the principles of quality, access, impact and relevance, the University has campuses and programmes in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, the United Kingdom, Afghanistan and Pakistan. Its facilities include teaching hospitals, Faculties of Health Sciences with Schools of Nursing and Midwifery and Medical Colleges, Institutes for Educational Development, an Examination Board and an Institute for the Study of Muslim Civilisations. The Graduate School of Media and Communications, the East African Institute, the Institute for Human Development and the Kiswahili Centre have been launched recently while several Graduate Professional Schools and Faculties of Arts and Sciences are to be set up in Pakistan and East Africa. Through its needs-blind admissions policy, the University imbues the most promising leaders and thinkers of tomorrow with an ethic of service and the s
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Responsibilities
- Reporting to the Head, Surgery Department and/or the Medical Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for the diagnosis and treatment of conditions of the urinary tract system focusing on the urethra, urinary bladder, kidneys, and reproductive organs while providing high-quality medical care to patients, utilizing the latest medical techniques and technologies, and working collaboratively within an interdisciplinary & multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.. Additionally, you will be responsible to:
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- examine, diagnose and treat patients with conditions and disorders of the genitourinary and urinary system and tracts
- order, perform and interpret appropriate diagnostic test and treatment strategies
- document and review patients' histories
- monitor the effectiveness of treatment plans and adjust to changes in patient conditions
- perform surgical procedures to treat urinary tract and reproductive system diseases and injury when necessary
- use specialized equipment, such as x-rays, fluoroscopes, catheters, RFA, lasers, etc
- educate patients on preventative care and lifestyle changes
- communicate with patients and their families about their conditions and treatment options
- maintain patients’ records and confidentiality in accordance with hospital policies and statutory regulations
- keep up to date on medical research and developments in the field of urology
- comply with jcia patient safety standards in maintaining quality care for patients
- train, mentor junior specialists and supervise postgraduate residents to be able to independently manage patients to a high level of competence
- work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals and support staff to provide comprehensive and patient-centered care
Requirements
- a MBBS or Master of Medicine in Internal Medicine degree from a recognized Institution
- Super Specialty Training or Fellowship qualification in Urology
- a valid practicing License
- a minimum of 4 years post qualification working experience
- aligned with medical education & training and research
- strong interpersonal and leadership traits, with integrity and a commitment to exceptional, patient-centric care in diverse populations
- excellent customer service and critical thinking skills
- Comprehensive employment reference checks will be conducted.
Salary: Discuss During Interview
Education: Diploma, High/Secondary School
Employment Type: Full Time
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