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HASAN SULEMAN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL (HSMH) - Malir, National Highway, Karachi:

Job Description:

International Medical Collaboration | Pakistan Physician Coordinator – International Telemedicine & Medical Collaboration–USA

Location: Hasan Suleman Memorial Hospital, Malir, Karachi, Pakistan

Position: Physician Telemedicine Coordinator / International Clinical Liaison

Qualification: MBBS, preferably a young physician with strong communication and organizational skills

Employment: Full-time

Reports to: Medical Director / Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Coordinates with: HSMH physicians, US-based volunteer physicians, IT Department, Nursing Department, and Hospital Administration

1. Position Overview

Hasan Suleman Memorial Hospital seeks a motivated, energetic, compassionate, and technologically proficient young physician to establish, coordinate, and manage its international telemedicine program.

The primary objective is to build a professional clinical bridge between physicians practicing at HSMH in Karachi and volunteer physicians and specialists in the United States, facilitating consultations, second opinions, educational exchanges, and collaborative patient care.

The coordinator will serve as the central point of contact between Pakistani and American physicians, ensuring effective communication, timely consultations, proper clinical documentation, and continuity of patient care.

The position offers a unique opportunity for a young physician to participate in developing an international healthcare collaboration program within a charitable / not for profit hospital serving underserved communities.

2. Key Responsibilities

A. Coordination of International Clinical Consultations

• Establish and maintain a network of volunteer US-based physicians and specialists willing to provide telemedicine consultations.
• Coordinate physician-to-physician consultations between HSMH clinicians and American specialists.
• Identify patients who may benefit from specialist input, based on referrals from treating physicians.
• Arrange virtual consultations using secure video conferencing and approved telemedicine platforms.
• Prepare relevant clinical histories, laboratory results, radiology images, ECGs, and other investigations before consultations.
• Communicate recommendations to the treating physician and facilitate appropriate follow-up.
• Maintain an organized schedule accounting for Pakistan–USA time differences.

B. Clinical Liaison and Patient Coordination

• Serve as the primary clinical contact for international physician consultations.
• Discuss clinical cases with HSMH physicians to identify questions requiring specialist opinions.
• Prepare concise, standardized clinical case summaries in English.
• Ensure the availability of relevant medical records before each consultation.
• Facilitate discussions between treating physicians and consulting specialists.
• Document recommendations and ensure they reach the responsible HSMH physician.
• Track whether recommended investigations, treatments, or follow-up consultations have been completed.

C. Development of US Physician Volunteer Network

• Assist HSMH leadership in recruiting volunteer physicians from the United States.
• Develop and maintain a database of participating specialists, including cardiologists, neurologists, endocrinologists, pulmonologists, surgeons, radiologists, and other specialists.
• Coordinate regular availability schedules for volunteer physicians.
• Establish professional relationships with US hospitals, medical associations, and Pakistani-American physician organizations, including APPNA.
• Facilitate introductions and ongoing communication between American specialists and HSMH departments.
• Organize virtual meetings to strengthen international collaboration.

D. Telemedicine Infrastructure and Technology

Work closely with the HSMH IT Department to ensure:

• Reliable high-speed internet connectivity and backup arrangements.
• Availability of secure video conferencing equipment.
• Integration of telemedicine documentation with the Hospital Information System (HIS).
• Secure electronic transmission of clinical records, laboratory results, and diagnostic images.
• Functional cameras, microphones, displays, and telemedicine workstations.
• Technical testing before scheduled consultations.
• Prompt reporting and resolution of technical problems.

E. Medical Education and Professional Development

• Organize weekly or monthly virtual educational sessions by US-based physicians.
• Coordinate lectures, clinical case discussions, grand rounds, and continuing medical education activities.
• Encourage participation by HSMH doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
• Develop opportunities for mentorship of junior physicians by experienced American specialists.
• Facilitate collaborative discussions about clinical guidelines, patient safety, and quality improvement.
• Assist in establishing specialty-focused educational programs in cardiology, emergency medicine, critical care, and other disciplines.

F. Clinical Governance and Patient Confidentiality

• Obtain and document appropriate patient consent before sharing clinical information or arranging consultations.
• Ensure patient records are handled in accordance with applicable Pakistani privacy requirements and relevant US requirements.
• Coordinate with hospital leadership to verify professional credentials and define the authorized scope of participation for US physicians.
• Ensure consultations follow approved HSMH clinical protocols.
• Maintain clear documentation of consultations and recommendations.
• Recognize that the HSMH treating physician retains responsibility for local clinical decisions and patient management, subject to applicable licensing and professional requirements.
• Escalate urgent or time-sensitive cases immediately to the treating clinical team rather than waiting for an overseas consultation.

3. Daily Operational Responsibilities

Review consultation requests from HSMH departments

Case preparation

Collect histories, investigations, imaging, and clinical questions

US physician coordination

Contact appropriate specialists and confirm availability

Teleconsultations

Facilitate scheduled physician-to-physician discussions

Documentation

Record consultation recommendations in the HIS

Follow-up

Communicate with treating physicians regarding outstanding actions

Program administration

Maintain consultation logs, schedules, and physician contact lists

4. Qualifications and Experience

Essential qualifications

• MBBS degree from a recognized medical college.
• Valid Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) registration.
• Preferably 1–3 years of clinical experience, including house job.
• Excellent spoken and written English and Urdu.
• Strong understanding of clinical terminology, patient assessment, and medical documentation.
• Good computer literacy and familiarity with electronic medical records.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience in emergency medicine, internal medicine, cardiology, or hospital-based clinical practice.
• Previous exposure to telemedicine, healthcare administration, or clinical research.
• Familiarity with US healthcare practices and international medical communication.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary clinical teams.
• Ability to work flexible hours to accommodate US-based physicians.

5. Personal Attributes

The ideal candidate should be:

• Young, enthusiastic, ambitious, and eager to learn.
• Compassionate and committed to serving economically disadvantaged patients.
• Confident communicating with senior physicians and international specialists.
• Highly organized, dependable, and responsive.
• Capable of working independently and solving problems.
• Comfortable using modern communication technologies.
• Interested in professional development and international medical collaboration.

The Physician Telemedicine Coordinator should help HSMH evolve from a basic teleconsultation service into an International Medical Collaboration and Education Center.

Over time, the program could include specialty consultation panels, virtual grand rounds, mentorship programs, international research collaborations, and remote clinical education.

The long-term objective is to bring the knowledge and experience of highly trained international physicians to patients in Karachi who might otherwise have limited access to specialist expertise.

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Mission statement:

“To connect medical expertise across borders, bringing the knowledge, compassion, and experience of physicians in the United States to the service of patients at Hasan Suleman Memorial Hospital, regardless of their financial circumstances.”

Pay: From Rs90,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person