FMIC, a 176-bed tertiary care hospital in Kabul, stands as an innovative public-private partnership between the Governments of Afghanistan and France, La Chaine de l’Espoir, and the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN). Managed by Aga Khan University on behalf of AKDN, FMIC delivers exemplary healthcare services across 34 provinces, offering in-patient and outpatient care to adults and children, diagnostic services, post-graduate medical education, and extensive training programs for healthcare professionals. FMIC's commitment to excellence is exemplified by the Gold Award bestowed by the International Hospital Federation (IHF) in 2021, recognizing its pioneering use of technology in Afghan healthcare. As a trailblazer, FMIC secured the title of the first ISO-certified hospital in Afghanistan in 2009, marking a pivotal moment in its relentless pursuit of quality standards.In a significant milestone, November 2022 witnessed FMIC achieving SafeCare's Level 5 Standards accreditation with an impressive 99% compliance rate. This accreditation underscores FMIC's unwavering dedication to providing top-notch healthcare services. The 46th IHF International Award in 2023 further affirms FMIC's position as a leader in healthcare excellence. The prestigious recognition includes honorable mentions in two distinguished categories — the Dr. Kwang Tae Kim Grand Hospital Award and the Seddiqi Holding Excellence Award for Corporate Social Responsibility. FMIC's journey is not just a story of accolades; it is a narrative of transformative healthcare, where each milestone represents a commitment to raising the bar and ensuring that Afghan communities receive world-class medical services.

The ideal candidate would be able to:

Regular Responsibilities:

• Assist the Consultant Gastroenterologist in the diagnosis and management of patients with gastrointestinal disorders.
• Conduct detailed history-taking, physical examinations and form preliminary diagnoses of GI conditions.
• Provide ongoing care for patients with conditions such as liver disease, peptic ulcers, irritable bowel syndrome and other digestive tract issues.
• Monitor and manage patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Assist in performing and interpreting diagnostic procedures like endoscopy, colonoscopy, liver biopsy and abdominal ultrasounds.
• Prepare patients for procedures, ensuring all necessary investigations and pre-procedure care is provided.
• Assist in performing therapeutic procedures such as endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) under supervision.
• Provide emergency care for patients presenting with acute GI conditions, such as gastrointestinal bleeding, perforations and liver failure.
• Participate in the hospital’s on-call duty roster for gastroenterology emergencies.
• Stabilize and manage patients with life-threatening GI conditions and collaborate with other teams when necessary.
• Maintain thorough and accurate medical records for all gastroenterology patients.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all FMIC rules and regulation.
• Ensure that discharge summaries, procedure reports and progress notes are completed promptly and comply with the institution’s standards.
• Regularly update patients’ medical files, including investigation results, treatments provided and follow-up plans.
• Educate patients and their families about their conditions, treatment plans, dietary recommendations and lifestyle changes needed to manage GI diseases.
• Provide clear instructions on post-procedure care and medication adherence.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team, including surgeons, nurses, nutritionists and radiologists, to ensure a holistic approach to patient care.
• Stay updated with new advancements in the field and apply evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes.
• Adhere to departmental policies, procedures and objectives, ongoing quality improvement objectives and safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
• Assure quality and continuity of care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• Align with goals and objectives of department/Organization.
• Any other assignment by immediate supervisor/Head of the department.

Periodic Responsibilities:

• Participate in departmental audits and quality improvement initiatives.
• Participate in departmental meetings, clinical case discussions and multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Assist in the training of junior doctors and interns in the department.
• Attend workshops, conferences and ongoing professional development opportunities related to gastroenterology.
• Participate in departmental meetings, mortality reviews and case discussions.
• Engage in clinical research and contribute to the development of best practices in gastroenterology.

• Strong knowledge of medical and therapeutic practices related to gastroenterology.
• Excellent diagnostic and clinical skills, particularly related to GI diseases.
• Ability to manage patients in both acute and chronic settings.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of patient care.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills,
• Having good communication and interpersonal skill in Dari, English and Pashto languages
• Good computer skills specially in MS Office programs.

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