Consultant Cardiologist at Punjab Employees Social Security Institution (PESSI)

Job Description

The Punjab Employees Social Security Institution (PESSI), a key healthcare provider in the region, is looking to hire qualified professionals for the position of Consultant Cardiologist.

If you are a skilled cardiologist looking for an exciting opportunity in Punjab, this could be your chance to join a well-established healthcare institution. Below is a detailed overview of the position and how you can apply.

Job Overview

The position of Consultant Cardiologist is offered on a contract basis for a duration of 03 years. This opportunity is available in various PESSI hospitals across Punjab.

PESSI is an essential department under the Labour and Human Resource Department that provides healthcare services to employees in the province. As a Consultant Cardiologist, you will play a crucial role in providing top-notch cardiovascular care to the patients in these hospitals.

Key Responsibilities

As a Consultant Cardiologist at PESSI, your primary duties will include:

1. Diagnosing and treating heart-related conditions: You will be responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and providing treatment for patients with heart diseases, including those with chronic conditions.
2. Consultations and follow-ups: Providing consultations to patients referred to you and following up on their progress.
3. Cardiac Procedures: Performing necessary diagnostic tests and procedures like ECGs, stress tests, and other diagnostic imaging techniques.
4. Patient Education: Educating patients and their families on heart disease prevention, lifestyle changes, and maintaining a healthy heart.
5. Collaboration: Working alongside other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care for patients.

Why Join PESSI?

Joining PESSI as a Consultant Cardiologist offers numerous benefits:

1. Impactful Work: You will be making a direct impact on the health of Punjab’s workforce by offering high-quality care and improving lives.
2. Career Growth: This is an opportunity to grow professionally in a well-established healthcare organization. With a dedicated department focusing on employee welfare, you will gain valuable experience.
3. Job Security: PESSI offers long-term, stable employment with a fixed contract duration of three years, which provides job security.
4. Competitive Pay: The pay scale for this position is BS-18/PPG-13, which is competitive within the healthcare industry in Pakistan.
5. Diverse Work Environment: You will work in a diverse setting where your skills and expertise will be respected and valued.

Requirements for the Position

To be eligible for this role, candidates must meet the following criteria:

1. Educational Qualification: You must have an MBBS or an equivalent medical qualification recognized by the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC). Additionally, you must have a postgraduate qualification in Cardiology (FCPS/MRCP/FRCP/MD/Diplomat of American Board or equivalent).
2. Registration: You must possess a valid Permanent Registration Certificate from PMDC/PMC issued on or before the closing date for submission of online applications.
3. Age Limit: Applicants should be between 30 to 45 years old.
4. Gender: The position is open to male, female, and transgender candidates.
5. Domicile: Applicants must have a domicile of Punjab.

Location and Posting

Location: The job location will be in various PESSI hospitals across Punjab, Pakistan.

Domicile/Quota: The job is open to candidates with domicile from any part of Punjab.

How to Apply

To apply for the position of Consultant Cardiologist at PESSI, you must apply online through the official job portal. Ensure that you meet all the required criteria and submit your application on time. The details for the online application can be found on the official website.

Important Note: The age and gender of transgender candidates will be determined based on the information available in their CNIC.