Consultant ENT Surgeon @ Aga Khan Health Service, Pakistan

Job Summary

Job Title: Consultant ENT Surgeon                                                                               

Location: Aga Khan Diagnostic Center, Jutial, Gilgit, Pakistan

The Aga Khan Health Service, Pakistan (AKHS, P), part of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), is one of Pakistan’s leading not-for-profit healthcare organizations. AKHS, P delivers quality healthcare services through an extensive network of hospitals, medical centers, health centers, and community-based programs across the country, with a strong focus on innovation, excellence, and patient-centered care.

The Aga Khan Health Service, Pakistan (AKHS, P) is seeking an experienced Consultant ENT Surgeon, reporting to the Medical Director and Clinical Manager.

Summary of the Role

The Consultant ENT Surgeon provides expert clinical and surgical care by diagnosing and managing disorders of the ear nose throat head and neck performing elective and emergency ENT surgeries supervising junior medical staff and ensuring high-quality patient care in accordance with institutional clinical and ethical standards.

Role and Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive assessments and diagnoses and manages ear, nose and throat (ENT) conditions across outpatient and inpatient settings to ensure high-quality patient care.
• Performs elective and emergency ENT surgical procedures in accordance with approved clinical privileges and standards of practice.
• Provides preoperative and postoperative care to surgical patients to ensure patient safety and optimal recovery.
• Provides consultation services to clinical departments to support the management of patients with ENT conditions.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated patient management and continuity of care.
• Maintains accurate and comprehensive patient records and clinical documentation in accordance with institutional and regulatory requirements.
• Participates in departmental meetings, clinical audits and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and service quality.
• Supervises, mentors and trains junior doctors, residents and Nursing staff to strengthen clinical competence and professional development.
• Contributes to the development and implementation of policies, standard operating procedures and quality assurance initiatives to strengthen clinical governance.
• Adheres to infection prevention and control policies, patient safety standards and ethical principles to promote safe clinical practice.
• Participates in Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activities to maintain professional competence and remain current with advances in ENT surgery.
• Provides patient education and participates in community health awareness initiatives to promote the prevention and early management of ENT conditions.
• Conducts teaching sessions, workshops and case reviews to enhance clinical knowledge and skills.
• Conducts clinical research and promotes evidence-based ENT surgical practice to improve patient care and clinical outcomes.
• Performs any other tasks as assigned by the Line Manager.

Required Skills

Skills and Qualification:

• Minimum of a MBBS with postgraduate qualification such as FCPS / MS / FCPS 4years training/ or an equivalent postgraduate qualification in ENT from a recognized institution.
• 1 year’s experience in ENT, preferably within healthcare systems or large service organizations or FCPS training completed in ENT or fresh FCPS qualified.
• Valid registration with the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC).  
• Strong analytical, diagnostic and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to manage emergency ENT cases with composure and efficiency.
• Commitment to ethical medical practice and patient-centered care.
• Leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in Tele consultation (ICU/NICU).
• Results-driven, ethical and adaptable professional with a strong service and stakeholder focus.
• Strong integrity with the sensitivity to manage confidential information.
• Demonstrates superior organizational skills and the agility to multitask and assume changing strategic responsibilities in a dynamic environment.
• Possesses strong integrity, intellectual humility and demonstrable expertise in navigating ambiguity and constant change.
• Shows resilience, flexibility and perseverance, especially during challenging periods.
• Culturally sensitive, inclusive and respectful of diverse populations, reflecting the global values of the AKDN.
• A deep passion and commitment to AKDN’s purpose, values and ethical framework.
• Flexibility to work as required to meet AKHS mandates.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) through one of the following links by the closing date.

https://resume.brightspyre.com/

https://www.mansab.org/

Closing Date: October 25, 2026

Additional Information

1. AKHS is committed to stringent safeguarding principles and enforces a zero-tolerance stance towards behaviors inconsistent with institutional safeguarding principles. Successful candidates will be required to align with these standards and undergo a comprehensive background verification process including employment reference checks, safeguarding reference checks, credential verification, and employment history review.
2. AKHS is concerned about the climate and environmental crises we face and is doing everything possible to reduce our own impact, encouraging others to do the same, and advancing understanding in this field. AKHS has set itself the task of getting as close to net-zero carbon operations as possible by 2030. We expect all staff to contribute to achieving these aims in the context of their roles”.
3. Canvassing of any nature will lead to automatic disqualification.
4. Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Pakistan.
5. Please note that AKHS does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
6. Aga Khan Health Service, Pakistan (AKHS, P) is an equal opportunity employer. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The Institution reserves the right, in accordance with operational requirements, to shortlist candidates based on the qualifications, experience, competencies, and suitability relevant to the position. AKHS, P may, where operationally required, amend the number of positions, modify the eligibility criteria stated in the vacancy announcement, alter or cancel the recruitment process, in whole or in part, at any stage of the recruitment process, without re-advertisement. Due to the high volume of applications, individual feedback will not be provided.