Fellowship in Medical Oncology

Overview

Fellowship in Medical Oncology is a planned expansion of an established Medical Oncology training programme recognized by the College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan. The fellowship training period is 3 years, leading to FCPS in Medical Oncology on successful completion of training and passing the college examination.

Close to 5000 new cancer patients are seen annually. There is special emphasis on multidisciplinary approach to management of cancer with site specialist teams comprising of medical, radiation, and surgical oncologists, specialty physicians, radiologists and pathologists. This offers a unique training experience for the trainees to learn and understand all aspects of management of solid tumours and haematological malignancies, which will prepare them to become well trained, highly qualified oncologists of international standards. In addition, there is a strong emphasis on research, with a number of cancer treatment trials in progress at any time.

Fellows, who successfully complete the required training, succeed in obtaining the FCPS in Medical Oncology and have the requisite overseas experience, will be eligible for appointment at a consultant level at SKMCH & RC.

Fellows who perform very well during their training may be offered an additional year of training at an affiliated institution in the US or the UK, which will be arranged by SKMCH & RC.

Job Description:

• The training post(s) is for a period of 3 years.
• The selected candidate(s) will rotate through various site specialist oncology teams over 3 years to allow exposure to the whole range of oncology. They will be supervised by consultant oncologists during each attachment with regular appraisals to ensure adequate progress in training.
• The selected candidate(s) will be involved in patient care in outpatient clinics, inpatient floors, and in the chemotherapy bay.
• They will participate in an on call rota for assessment and management of patients presenting to the emergency assessment room.
• They will be expected to participate in the academic activities of the department including presentations, research, audit, and teaching junior doctors and nurses.

Eligibility Criteria: 

• FCPS in internal medicine

We Offer

• Competitive salary, professional growth, continuous education and excellent work environment.
• Free medical cover only for regular employees, their spouse and children up to 18 years of age.
• ISO certified environment.

 Note: We regret only short listed candidates will be notified.

Please send your resume with one passport size photograph and relevant documents to the following address or apply online with all required documents.

Manager Human Resources

Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital & Research Centre,

Johar Town , Lahore .

Tel:  +92 42 35905000 Ext. 3037 Fax: +92 42 35945207

If you have any query then please contact  hrd@skm.org.pk

We are an equal opportunity employer

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